Environment

The seed of the palm tree, coco de mer, is the largest seed in the world. It can be 12 inches long, and weigh up to 40 pounds!

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An artificial satellite is intentionally placed into orbit by humans to serve various purposes leading to the classifica

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The increasing concentration of a chemical, especially a toxic material, is the tissues of the body, at successively higher concentration in the food chain is called biomagnification.

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Massive flash floods take people by shock and wash away humans and animals, and destroy property worth millions.

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Several initiatives have been undertaken at the international level to address the issue of global warming and climate change.

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Six species of owls are critically endangered and seven species are endangered according to the IUCN.

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The environmental impact of the operation of the coal industry is gigantic if not executed according to environmental standards.

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The five national parks of Malawi play a vital role in the conservation of the country's rare and endangered flora and fauna.

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For decades, the Baltimore Habor has been notorious for its pollution. However, thanks to an innovative idea, that may be soon to change.

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The Larsen Ice Shelf is in the northwest part of the Weddell Sea, off of Antarctica. Since 1990s, the breakup of these ice shelves has been highly reported.

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Zimbabwe's national parks protect the nation's rare and endangered fauna, and serve as popular tourist destinations.

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Petroleum and its by-products are all toxic to life-forms on Earth. Petroleum extraction fuels climate change.

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On January 15, 1919, a large molasses storage tank burst releasing waves of molasses through the streets killing 21 and injuring 150.

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Water pollution, loss of biodiversity, soil erosion and pollution, and formation of sink holes are among the worst effects of the mining industry on the environment.

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Dam and reservoir constructions not only displace communities but also significantly disturb the ecological balance of a region.

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Six wetland areas have been recognized by the Ramsar Convention as being of international importance due to their high conservation values.

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The 1556 Shaanxi earthquake is recorded as the deadliest earthquake ever as it killed approximately 830,000 people and injured even more.

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The Cayman Islands are made up of three islands (Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman), all of which are home to a number of birds both endemic and introduced.

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Anguilla is a low-lying island in the Caribbean Sea, near Puerto Rico. Although noted for its coral reefs, there is also a collection of unique animals to be found.

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Oceans of the world may be fishless by 2048, and unmonitored and irresponsible fishing practices are being held as one of the major culprits behind this potential disaster.

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