Tag Archives: Environment

What is Soil?: Definition, Composition, Types and Functions

Soil is the thin, dynamic, natural layer covering much of the Earth’s land surface. It is composed of mineral particles, organic matter, water, air, and living organisms. Soil develops through the interaction of the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere. Soil is often described … Continue reading →

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Urban Spaces are Enigmatic!!

Uban areas are filled with mysteries.The phrase “Uban areas are filled with mysteries” precisely describes the intricate, ambiguous and ever-evolving character of cities. Uban space is a lot more than the distribution of its buildings, streets and infrastructure. It is … Continue reading →

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Urban Liveability: The Concept

Urban livability denotes the degree to which a city provides a secure, healthy, inclusive, accessible, and sustainable atmosphere for residents to live in a high quality of life. It shows how well a city is fulfilling all the physical, social, … Continue reading →

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Regional Geography of Iran: An Overview

The geography of Iran is diverse but undeniable. It consists of high plateaus, rugged mountains, and expansive deserts and lies at the crossroads of West Asia geographically. Geographically the region has shaped settlement and agricultural patterns and provided strategic defenses … Continue reading →

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