The Great Barrier Reef is Australia’s greatest treasure. It is the world’s largest coral reef system spanning more than 2000 Km between the Queensland coast and the western edge of the Pacific Ocean. It is one of the most mesmerizing seven wonders of the natural world. It is the only living thing visible from space. The Great Barrier Reef appears to be about 500,000 years old and supports a diversity of marine life.  It is like an underwater city comprising of about 2,900 separate reefs and 900 islands. Read More

Q. What is the process of manufacturing of food in green plants known as?

A. Photosynthesis

Q. What is the Astronomical measure of distance called?

A. Light year.

Q. The layer that protects the earth from Ultra-violet radiation?

A. Ozone layer.

Q. What is known as the “ship of the desert”?

A. Camel. Read More

Migration of birds is a natural practice in the life cycle of birds. Different species of birds fly hundreds and thousands of kilometers to find food and a safe sheltered place to nest and breed for their survival. Birds require specific and richest environmental resources for reproduction and to raise their young. When the conditions at the breeding sites become unfavorable, migrating birds adapt to the seasonal changes and fly to the regions where the climatic conditions are better. Read More

Hurricanes are the most destructive natural weather calamity. They are strong tropical winds spiraling at the speed of 75 to 200 mph. They are known as cyclones in the northern Indian Ocean and as typhoons in the western Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes form in tropical zones between 5° to 15° latitude north and south of the equator over warm ocean water. Read More

Rainforests are the oldest living ecosystem that comprises of a high level of biodiversity. They are dense forests that cover 6% of the Earth’s surface. They are found in regions between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn which includes Asia, Africa, Australia, and Central and South America. Amazon Rainforest in South America is the largest rainforest in the world which covers over a billion acres.
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Wildfires are also referred to as forest fire, bush fire, vegetation fire or wildland fire. It is a fire in natural areas such as forest or prairie. Wildfire is an uncontrolled fire that spreads quickly in combustible vegetation and consumes thick forests. It causes massive damage to property, wilderness areas, and lives. It burns the habitat of the endangered animals.

Wildfires are prevalent in summers and droughts when fallen leaves and branches accumulate and become flammable. The major natural causes of wildfire are volcanic eruption, lightning, spontaneous combustion and sparks from rockfalls. Wildfires can also occur due to the accumulation of grass, leaves, and twigs in a pile which creates heat that ignites the surrounding area. Human carelessness also leads to wildfires which include campfires, discarding lit cigarettes, arson, fireworks, etc. Read More

The Earth’s climate is dynamic. Since the earth’s existence, it has changed many times in return to natural causes. Climate change is one of the biggest challenges this generation faces today. We’re feeling the effects of climate change around the globe. Following the unchecked manmade activity from deforestation and the burning of fossil fuels to driving cars or throwing away perfectly useable materials have led to climatic changes. Read More

The atmosphere is a thin coating of gases that surrounds Earth. It stretches to over 560 kilometers from the surface of the Earth. It protects us by blocking out hazardous rays from the sun. It is retained by the Earth’s gravity. The thickness of the atmosphere is the equilibrium between the gravity of the Earth and the energetic molecules that move towards space. Read More

Bermuda Triangle is also known as the Devil’s Triangle. It has been associated with mysterious maritime disasters in which many aircraft and surface vessels have disappeared.

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