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on November 28, 2023
Unraveling the Mystery: The Absence of Snakes in New Zealand’s Ecosystem
EcologyWhy are there no snakes in New Zealand if the ecosystem needs them? New Zealand, a country known for its unique biodiversity, is famously devoid of any native snake species. This absence of snakes in the New Zealand ecosystem has puzzled many, as snakes are common in habitats around the world and play important roles
on November 24, 2023
Is the ocean a carbon sink when considering only the biospheric component?
EcologyThe ocean’s role in carbon sequestration The ocean plays a critical role in the global carbon cycle and is considered one of the largest carbon sinks on Earth. Carbon sequestration is the process by which carbon dioxide (CO2) is removed from the atmosphere and stored in long-term reservoirs, such as the ocean. The biospheric component
on October 25, 2023
The Acidic Seas: Unveiling the Impact of Rising CO2 Levels on Ocean pH
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on June 3, 2023
Revisiting the Role of Primary Consumers: Are Herbivores Always the Answer?
EcologyEcology is the study of how organisms interact with each other and with their environment. One of the fundamental concepts in ecology is the food chain, which describes the flow of energy and nutrients from one organism to another. At the base of the food chain are primary producers, such as plants, which are eaten
on October 4, 2022
Prevailing winds between 30 to 60 degrees latitude
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