http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/27678.aspxMon, 23 Nov 2009 18:26:45 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:27678nanjoweUsing pesticides may help keep unwanted bugs away but it comes with a price. Pesticides More Harm than Good Pesticides are a general name for a class of compounds that are designed to destroy pests. Pesticides include i nsecticides, herbicides and fungicides. These chemicals are used for pest control indoors and outdoors. Their chemical composition...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/17321.aspxMon, 23 Nov 2009 18:22:40 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:17321nanjoweBesides spreading diseases bacteria play an important role in significant weather events like rainfall and snowfall. Bacteria as Ice Nucleators Precipitation occurs when water vapor in the atmosphere cools to temperatures where ice crystals forms. This happens at the extremely cold temperatures of -40F; the temperature in the upper troposphere. At ...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/56587.aspxFri, 20 Nov 2009 16:59:42 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56587kimberleeeMount Vesuvius is a composite volcano famous for the volcanic eruption of 79 CE that devastated the city of Pompeii. Details regarding the eruption style of Mount Vesuvius and the damage to Pompeii as well as the city of Herculaneum to the north. Mount Vesuvius is a composite volcano that stands over 4,000 feet high on the coast of Naples about six...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/56591.aspxThu, 19 Nov 2009 17:59:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56591terrieschultzSumatran rhinos, the world's smallest species of rhino, are critically endangered due to poaching and habitat destruction. Description of Sumatran Rhinos The Sumatran rhino ( Dicerorhinus sumatrensis ), the smallest species of rhinoceros, is also known as the "hairy rhino" because it is the only rhino species that has a coat of reddis...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/56285.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 16:23:34 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56285kimberleeeGrand Canyon National Park, Arizona is considered the world's greatest natural wonder. A look at how the Grand Canyon was formed and the culture and history surrounding the Grand Canyon. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona Grand Canyon National Park of Arizona is recognized today as the world’s greatest natural wonder—attracting more than 5 mil...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/56143.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 15:20:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56143beunderwoodFlorida's Panther faces extinction as a miniscule area of habitat remains for this majestic big cat. Efforts are being made to breed them and reintroduce them to protected land, but you can do your part to help ensure the future of this mighty feline. The Florida Panther needs your help The Florida Panther is considered one of the most endanger...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/21033.aspxMon, 16 Nov 2009 18:26:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:21033csc3819In a recent development, The US Department of Energy recently announced that $30.6 million of the government’s economic stimulus or Recovery Act funds will be used to upgrade seven hydroelectric power plants that will hopefully help in stimulating America's waning economy. How does Hydroelectric Power Work? A hydroelectric power p...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/14721.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 20:15:11 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:14721mwsche09The Tasmanian Devil is a cultural icon: it appears on coins, sports jerseys, and even in Loony Tunes skits. But the real devils are falling prey to a terrible cancer that might make them extinct. About the Tasmanian Devil Do you remember, in some of the classic Loony Tunes shorts, a spinning, crazed character called Taz? The short, brown animal...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/13708.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 20:09:09 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13708ceraunnosFrom time to time, mass extinctions have dramatically altered the landscape, seascape, and bioscape of planet Earth. Indications are that a mass extinction event is occurring again, with half of the Earth's species at risk UC-Santa Barbara researchers are using science to decide what must be saved. The evidence is going from persuasive to overw...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/15007.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 20:05:39 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:15007mwsche09Snow leopards are graceful, agile, powerful creatures close to becoming extinct. Find out why these magnificent animals are endangered and how conservationists across the globe are helping them. One of the best parts of Silent Roar , filmmaker Hugh Miles’ documentary on the snow leopard, is a shot of a leopard hunting in the highlands of northern I...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/12985.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 20:01:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12985edna1,355 species of plants and animals are protected by a group of government agencies including NOAA, US Fish and Wildlife, MMPA and NMFS. Learn more about the laws that help to protect Endangered Species in the US. Endangered Species Act "Nothing is more priceless and more worthy of preservation than the rich array of animal life with which our...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/12191.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 19:55:32 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12191JenniferBIrresponsible forestry practices can take a disastrous toll on the forests that we depend on. Without a healthy management of our tres, we will see a decline in wildlife, plant communities, ecosystem health and it increases the effects of global warming. Read on to learn more. The Importance of Sustainability Trees have become a major commodity tha...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/17295.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 19:48:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:17295nanjoweBiochemistry and Environmental Science intersect when a living organism’s life processes are affected by the environment. What is Biochemistry? Biochemistry is a multidiscipline field that studies the chemistry of life processes. These processes can be loosely divided into the following groups: reactions that are anabolic (build up molecu...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/9974.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 21:59:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:9974LWatrousGet the basic facts about the greenhouse effect and how it contributes to global warming. What is the Greenhouse Effect? The Greenhouse Effect is something that occurs naturally in our environment and contributes to Global Warming. When operating correctly, the greenhouse effect helps to keep the Earth at a livable temperature. Without it, the ...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/55590.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 21:54:35 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55590AlyssaAstBlack rhinos have suffered an extremely large decrease in their population over the past 100 years. This has caused the black rhinos to become endangered. There are currently many conservation projects to reestablish black rhino populations. Black Rhinoceros Despite their name, black rhinoceroses are not black in color at all. The received their na...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/11353.aspxTue, 10 Nov 2009 21:32:02 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:11353summerbanksAnimals are disappearing, plants are becoming extinct. What does this have to say for the health of our planet and our biodiversity future? Will our species diversity prevail? Global Conservation Global conservation experts are recognizing the threat of a mass die off and are speaking out about the fate of our planet’s plant and animal spec...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/11739.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 21:19:10 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:11739ednaWild horses don't have many predators. Yet, the threats of lack of adequate grazing land and water they face have the potential to wipe them out, some say within five years. Sadly the organizations that are suppose to protect Wild horses are causing them the most harm. Wild Free-Roaming Horse and Burro Act of 1971 In response to public outcry a...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/12045.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 21:16:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12045JenniferBBirds are in peril. According to the World Wildlife Fund, approximately 70 percent of the world’s nearly 8000 species of birds are declining. Estimates project that climate change could drive up to 75 percent of the world’s bird species in to extinction. Find out more here. Goodbye Birds? We often take birds for granted. We hear the...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/10591.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 21:12:39 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:10591summerbanksIn drought ridden areas, bringing water to fields of life sustaining foods can be impossible. What if science could create a water source potable for plants and rooted in the ocean? Salt Water Research At the University of New South Wales, researchers are working to change the face of the earth. Many drought ridden areas are surrounded by the l...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/55031.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 14:56:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55031DianaLearn about the opossum, an intelligent and fascinating animal with a pouch. Find interesting facts about their behavior, diet, and more. Opossum Facts Description Although opossums look like a big rat, they are actually related to the koala and kangaroo. The opossum (also called possum) is the only marsupial (female with a pouch) in North America....