Daily Archives: May 18, 2008

Savanna Biome

Posted on May 18, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

A savanna is a rolling grassland scattered with shrubs and isolated trees, which can be found between a tropical rainforest and desert biome. Not enough rain falls on a savanna to support forests. Savannas are also known as tropical grasslands. … Continue reading →

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Geographic and Magnetic North Poles

Posted on May 18, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

The Geographic North Pole Lies at 90 Degree Latitude The earth is home to two North Poles located in the Arctic region – a geographic North Pole and a magnetic North Pole. Geographic North Pole The northernmost point on the … Continue reading →

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IBM Research Unveils Breakthrough In Solar Farm Technology

Posted on May 18, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

By mimicking the antics of a child using a magnifying glass to burn a leaf or a camper to start a fire, IBM scientists are using a large lens to concentrate the Sun’s power, capturing a record 230 watts onto … Continue reading →

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Taiga Biome

Posted on May 18, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

A biome is the type of habitat in certain places, like mountain tops, deserts, and tropical forests, and is determined by the climate of the place. The taiga is the biome of the needleleaf forest. Living in the taiga is … Continue reading →

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