Monthly Archives: May 2008

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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Tundra Biome

Posted on May 18, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Did you know that the Arctic Tundra is the world’s youngest biome? It was formed 10,000 years ago. Located at latitudes 55° to 70° North, the tundra is a vast and treeless land which covers about 20% of the Earth’s … Continue reading →

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