Ecology – Page 7 – Nature Observer

Methane: Properties, Sources, and Environmental Impact

Methane (CH₄) is a simple hydrocarbon composed of one carbon atom and four hydrogen atoms. It is the main component of natural gas and one of the most abundant organic…

DeKa September 23, 2025

Ecology Nature Our Planet

Animal Diversity on Earth

Animal diversity refers to the variety of animal species that inhabit Earth, ranging from microscopic organisms to the largest mammals. Scientists estimate that there are more than 8.7 million species…

DeKa September 23, 2025

Climate Crisis Ecology

The Biodiversity Crisis: A Global Challenge

The biodiversity crisis refers to the rapid decline in the variety of species, ecosystems, and genetic diversity on Earth, primarily caused by human activities. Scientists estimate that extinction rates today…

DeKa September 23, 2025

Climate Crisis Ecology

Overexploitation: When Resource Use Exceeds Nature’s Limits

Overexploitation refers to the unsustainable use of natural resources at a rate faster than they can replenish. It affects wildlife, forests, oceans, soil, and freshwater systems. While human societies depend…

DeKa September 23, 2025

Climate Crisis Ecology

Carbon Dioxide: How Human Emissions Influence Its Atmospheric Concentration

Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is a naturally occurring greenhouse gas in Earth’s atmosphere. It plays a crucial role in regulating global temperature by trapping heat from the Sun. In balanced amounts,…

DeKa September 20, 2025

Crisis Ecology Global Challenges

Deforestation: Causes, Consequences, and Global Impact

Deforestation is the large-scale removal of forests, usually to clear land for agriculture, urban development, or industrial use. While trees are sometimes replanted, the speed and scale of cutting far…

DeKa September 20, 2025

Climate Ecology Environmental Hazards

What Will Happen If All Glaciers Melt?

Glaciers and polar ice caps store about 70% of the world’s freshwater, covering vast areas of Greenland, Antarctica, and mountain ranges. They act not only as water reservoirs but also…

DeKa September 12, 2025

Ecology Environmental Hazards Guardians of Nature

Weeds and How to Get Rid of Them

Weeds are plants that grow where they are not wanted, often competing with cultivated crops, flowers, or lawns. They spread quickly, consume soil nutrients, block sunlight, and reduce agricultural yields.…

DeKa September 8, 2025

Ecology Global Challenges Guardians of Nature

What Can I Do Today to Help the Planet’s Ecology?

The global environmental crisis often feels overwhelming, but real change begins with individual actions. Every person can contribute to protecting the planet by making thoughtful daily choices. Even small steps,…

DeKa September 8, 2025

Crisis Ecology Global Challenges

What to Do About the Plastic Continent in the Ocean and the Threat It Poses to the Planet

In the world’s oceans, enormous patches of floating plastic debris have formed, often referred to as the “plastic continent” or “Great Pacific Garbage Patch”. These areas are not solid islands…

DeKa September 6, 2025