Monthly Archives: April 2020

New geochemical tool reveals origin of Earth’s nitrogen: Novel analysis method may also be useful for monitoring volcanic activity

Posted on April 19, 2020 by Rashid Faridi

Originally posted on Tallbloke's Talkshop:
https://youtu.be/KS4LZRlgwqY As the video reminds us: Earth’s atmosphere is mostly (78%) nitrogen. Plus about 21% oxygen at sea level, and a few minor trace gases – one or two of which some people like…

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Urbanization: The Process

Posted on April 18, 2020 by Rashid Faridi

Urbanization, in conventional terms, refers to the process through which society is transformed from one that is predominantly rural, in economy, culture and life style, to one that is predominantly urban. It is also a process of territorial reorganization in … Continue reading →

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Compass Surveying: An Overview

Posted on April 17, 2020 by Rashid Faridi

Compass surveying is the branch of surveying in which the position of an object is located using angular measurements determined by a compass and linear measurements using a chain or tape. Compass surveying is used in following circumstances: If the … Continue reading →

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Communalism: A Dangerous Ideology

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Rashid Faridi

Communalism, in a broad sense means a strong attachment to one’s own community. In popular discourse in India, it is understood as unhealthy attachment to one’s own religion. It’s an ideology that, in order to unify the community, suppresses distinctions … Continue reading →

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