Category Archives: pollution

Smog and Acid Rain

Posted on June 10, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Particularly for large metropolitan cities, smog and poor air quality is a pressing environmental problem. Smog primarily consists of carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds chemically interacting with heat from sunlight forming ground level ozone. Smog is that familiar … Continue reading →

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Tidal power fuels Britain’s National Grid

Posted on June 7, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Tidal power has been harnessed to generate electricity for Britain’s National Grid for the first time, it has been announced. The move has been hailed as a milestone in the development of marine energy, which could provide up to a … Continue reading →

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Biodiesel

Posted on June 5, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

If you’ve read or watched the news lately, you’ve probably come across some article, snippet or sound bite related to oil and oil prices. Even in your daily routines, there’s a good chance of someone mentioning it. Whether it’s in … Continue reading →

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Ground Water Pollution

Posted on June 5, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Ground water is a resource found under the earth’s surface. Most ground water comes from rain and melting snow soaking into the ground. Water fills the spaces between rocks and soils, making an “aquifer”. (See Watershed Graphic.) About half of … Continue reading →

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