Earth Science

A river is a large natural stream of fresh water which is flowing. The flow is usually from a higher ground down a slope and towards another river, an ocean, a lake, or other large body of water. There are…
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In regard to our environment and the climate, our World constantly changes. The effects of global warming have made that fact as clear as ever for the billion of people who are alive on Earth. It is also true that…
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Potable water is water that is consumable for human intake. This kind of water is free of harmful bacteria, most contaminants, and soil. It is generally filtered by man-made systems that supply water to towns and cities, however some surface…
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The relationship between a forest fire and local weather is very complex and almost symbiotic in nature. The fire and the weather continuously play off of one another. Often the weather created by the fire contributes to the growth of…
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When you ask most marine science majors what schools they are considering you will most likely hear of the University of Connecticut Avery Point campus. This quaint coastal campus sits off the Long Island Sound. The school also has a…
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It is a myth that warming of permafrost (permanently frozen sub-soil) by itself releases methane. Permafrost is simply permanently frozen ground. As the permafrost in places such as Siberia and Alaska is melting, however, methane is being released in massive…
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When evaluating which lessons are best to take away from study of the river, we must first ask ourselves “in which sense do we mean, philosophical lessons or environmental and scientific lessons?” As this article is currently classified under sciences,…
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The wetlands that occur in nature are there for a reason. Besides supporting vast amounts of wildlife, they can help to weaken the often catastrophic effects of a hurricane. In order to understand how they do this, you need to…
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Whether a river starts from a marsh, lake or winter snow melting down a mountain, it starts at a source. In life, every being has a beginning, no matter how small. From that source, every living thing grows and becomes…
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Here are 50 ways to reduce water consumption. Many do not require any monetary outlay for the human, but will reduce the water bill. 1. Turn off the water when you brush your teeth. Water going down the drain is…
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