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07/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
When plants break up: Understanding cooperative relationships between soil microbes
Who knew even plants could “break up?” According to a study, even though plants can cooperate, there are also times when these cooperative relationships break down. Gijsbert Werner, Postdoctoral Fellow, and Stuart West, Professor of Evolutionary Biology, both in the Department of Zoology at the University of Oxford, explained that plants have various “below-ground interactions with […]
07/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Sunlight can affect the ocean’s surface, resulting in larger aerosol molecules being released into the air and potentially affecting the atmosphere
If you’re a regular at the beach, the words sea and sun sure sound inviting. However, scientists are worried that both these factors may be linked to the formation of aerosols that can negatively affect the atmosphere. What are aerosols? Aerosols are tiny droplets that are linked to the formations of clouds. They are either liquid or solid microscopic […]
06/24/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Why beavers could be the key to negating the effects of environmental pollution
According to a study, unlikely saviors can help clean polluted water sources and prevent the loss of valuable farm soil. Researchers from the University of Exeter have determined that beaver dams can help clean contaminated rivers. The semiaquatic rodents can also prevent the loss of nutrient-rich soil from fields thanks to the dams that they build. […]
06/23/2018
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By Zoey Sky
An environmental charity recorded ocean sounds to raise money to fight against plastic pollution
Various charities and organizations around the world often use different methods of raising money for their causes, from fundraisers to big events involving celebrities. However, thanks to Sharp’s Brewery and various names in the music industry, a single by an unlikely artist can help round up money that will be used to curb plastic pollution. […]
06/08/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Mitigating the effects of ocean acidification: Conservation of shoreline plants and seaweed could preserve coral and shellfish habitats
According to a study by ecologists from the University of California, Irvine (UCI), marine vegetation can help minimize ocean acidification. Based on the results of the study, marine plants and seaweeds that live in shallow coastal ecosystems may have a crucial role in helping address the aftermath of ocean acidification. Thriving marine life in shoreline environments may […]
05/31/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Cities can reduce air pollution by adding more trees and bushes along roadways
According to new plans, “living green walls” might soon be built along major commuter routes by Birmingham. If these new plans are put into effect, structures in the city will be filled with bushes, trees, and other greenery that will help clean the air by the roadside. At least 900 deaths a year in Birmingham are often connected […]
05/25/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Managing your personal carbon footprint is like managing your health or weight; commitment and consistency lead to slow and steady improvements
According to an activist, while individual efforts to minimize greenhouse gases is essential, it must be paired with “political engagement and system change.” Cara Augustenborg, a Dublin-based climate scientist and activist, explained that the integrity of climate scientists is at stake because of their own efforts to minimize emissions. Augustenborg, who is also chair of Friends […]
05/23/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Despite evidence showing that poor air quality is linked to cardiac events, many people still remain unaware of the dangers of air pollution
Did you know that poor air quality can endanger both your respiratory and cardiovascular health? According to a study, high levels of fine particulate matter (PM 2.5), or tiny pollution particles, are linked to a significant increase in emergency department visits due to heart- and lung-related illnesses and stroke. However, despite this alarming figure, a nationwide U.S. […]
05/18/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Vitamin C can neutralize chlorine in water
While there are those who rely on chlorination for clean water, not many are aware that various studies have confirmed that chlorine is a toxic chemical. Exposure to chlorine can damage the arteries and weaken the immune system. Additionally, ingesting chlorine can cause oxidative stress in the cells and destroy fatty acids that are crucial to heart […]
05/10/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Here’s why you should also look at the quality of air indoors
Around the globe, measures are being taken to reduce air pollution. But are we forgetting that our homes can also harbor pollutants? In this information age, society and business are dependent on technology, which means that most of us spend a good chunk of our time indoors. The air quality of the environment where we live […]
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