Rotterdam Convention – UPSC Notes – Environment
The Rotterdam Convention, established by the Conference of Plenipotentiaries in 1998 in Rotterdam, Netherlands
The Rotterdam Convention, established by the Conference of Plenipotentiaries in 1998 in Rotterdam, Netherlands
As global warming intensifies and society continues emitting greenhouse gases, the concept of investing in artificial Carbon Sequestration techniques is gaining prominence.
A Carbon Sink is a natural or man-made reservoir that accumulates and stores a carbon-containing chemical compound indefinitely.
Coal Gasification is the transformative method that converts coal and water into syngas, a mixture containing carbon monoxide
An Ecotone is a zone of transition between two biological communities where the two meet and merge.
Ecology and Ecosystem are fundamental concepts in describing how creatures interact with their surroundings. Ecology, the examination of living organisms’
Differences between Environment and Ecology have evolved based on habitat, functions, traits, and other factors, establishing them as vital components in our surroundings.
In ecology, the Environment and Ecosystem are two interrelated concepts. Abiotic components such as soil, air, and water are included.
An Ecosystem is a geographical area where plants, animals, and other species, along with weather and topography
Estuaries, crucial and unique elements of the coastal landscape, harbor intricate ecosystems with diverse physical-chemical properties and a rich array of flora and fauna.