Live magazine about ecology
Abiotic and biotic factors combine to create a system or, more precisely, an ecosystem, meaning a community of living and nonliving things considered as a unit. What do biotic and abiotic factors make up? Abiotic factors are the non-living factors in an environment such as temperature, light, water, and nutrients. Biotic factors are living organisms …
Freshwater is a precious resource on the Earth’s surface. It is also home to many diverse fish, plant, and crustacean species. The habitats that freshwater ecosystems provide consist of lakes, rivers, ponds, wetlands, streams, and springs. What is main features of freshwater ecosystem? The freshwater ecosystems are those whose environment is liquid water, very low …
Is an asteroid impact a short term change? A massive asteroid impact would create long-term changes in the atmosphere and climate of the planet. Upon impact, vaporized dirt and rock would fill the atmosphere, blocking sunlight and creating a state of near-permanent darkness and winter-like conditions. Which is one way that a short term environmental …
The amount of energy that is transferred from one organism to the next varies in different food chains. Generally, about ten percent of the energy from one level of a food chain makes it to the next. When energy flows through an ecosystem the amount of energy that is? Energy Flow Through an Ecosystem Secondary …
According to the (Department of Water Affairs [DWA], 1998), waste disposal in South Africa is mostly in landfills, but it is estimated that only 10% of landfills are managed in accordance with the minimum requirements. Most of the cities in South Africa have well-managed landfills as well as recycling programs. Where does South Africa’s waste …
Pool liners are not recyclable and should be disposed of at the landfill or put in with your regular trash. What can I do with an old pool liner? The aluminum sides of a pool can be reused as roofing or siding for a playhouse. The sides and liner can be used to cover a …
According to the AAFA, if you’re dealing with allergies or asthma, or are one of the millions of sinus sufferers, Durham, NC and Seattle, WA are the way to go, with breezy California spots dominating much of the list. What climate is best for allergy sufferers? The best places to live in the United States …
Wildlife sanctuaries provide care to neglected and abused captive animals for the rest of their lives. A wildlife sanctuary DOES NOT BREED or sell animals. The animals that come to a wildlife sanctuary stay there until they die of natural causes. Why is wildlife sanctuary important? Importance of Wildlife Sanctuaries. … The wildlife sanctuaries are …
What numbers are recyclable in San Antonio? Plastics: All plastics numbered 1 through 7 are recyclable. If possible, remove any lids and rinse. Not recyclable are plastic bags such as those from supermarkets, dry cleaners and department stores. What numbered items are recyclable? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7: Plastics Recycling By the Numbers …
The internal climate forcing processes include effects of oceans, continental drift, atmospheric processes, water cycle, clouds, ice and snow, land surfaces, volcanic eruptions and man-made processes (mainly industrial and agricultural)). What are the 5 causes of climate change? The National found out the five main culprits for this increase in greenhouse gases. Fossil fuels. Expand …