Monthly Archives: April 2008

Geothermal Energy:How It Works

Posted on April 22, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

The centre of the Earth is around 6000 degrees Celsius – hot enough to melt rock. Even a few kilometres down, the temperature can be over 250 degrees Celsius. In general, the temperature rises one degree Celsius for every 36 … Continue reading →

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Ocean Currents and Climate

Posted on April 21, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

An ocean current is any more or less permanent or continuous, directed movement of ocean water that flows in one of the Earth’s oceans.There are two type of Ocean Currents: Surface Currents—Surface Circulation These waters make up about 10% of … Continue reading →

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Angami Tribe

Posted on April 21, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

The Angami are one of the major Naga tribes of Nagaland, India. Kohima Village or “bara bosti” is considered the second largest village in Asia. Territory The territory of the Angamis is made up of the present Kohima district, which … Continue reading →

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Rain clouds volcanic activity

Posted on April 20, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Image of a raindrop Visitors to Hawai`i from northern climates arrive with dreams of sunny beaches and gentle breezes. But this winter, rains of biblical proportions caused flooding, landslides, sewage spills, beach and park closures, and a catastrophic dam failure … Continue reading →

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