http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/15489.aspxTue, 20 Oct 2009 14:40:06 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:15489NikiRayneThe first part of a simple guide to help you understand what environmental science is, how it is used, and what opportunities are available for you in this growing and important field. What is Environmental Science? With the news constantly filled by headline after headline of news and information about the environment and the range of problems...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/19605.aspxMon, 14 Sep 2009 20:44:47 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:19605sarahsojaThe state of Arkansas is beaming with biodiversity. Arkansas is home to a wide variety of environments and habitats, ranging from grassy blackland prairie in the southwest, to the muddy swamps along the Mississippi River Alluvial Plain, to Ozark mountain ranges and caves in the north. A State of Many Habitats Arkansas is divided into six major natu...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/21029.aspxMon, 14 Sep 2009 20:38:35 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:21029sarahsojaCalifornia is not only one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation, it’s one of the most diverse areas in the world. California is home to a global biodiversity hotspot—the California Floristic Province, which is one of 34 hotspots on Earth. First in Biodiversity According to NatureServe, California is the most biologicall...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/19439.aspxMon, 14 Sep 2009 20:24:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:19439sarahsojaFrom mollusks to freshwater fish, Alabama has one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the U.S. Alabama: Fifth in the U.S. for Biodiversity According to a 2002 report by NatureServe, Alabama is fifth in the nation in terms of biodiversity. And it doesn’t stop there: Alabama’s waters have the largest number of freshwater mollusks and freshwa...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/21035.aspxMon, 14 Sep 2009 20:23:57 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:21035sarahsojaConnecticut is a small state with a large amount of biodiversity. The state of Connecticut is divided into rivers, lakes, salt- and fresh-water wetlands, moderate hills, and forests. Significant areas of biodiversity include the Long Island Sound, Connecticut River Valley and watershed, and Litchfield Hills, which is part of the Appalachian Trail. ...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/21310.aspxMon, 14 Sep 2009 20:23:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:21310sarahsojaIdaho isn’t home to just potatoes—it’s also home to a wide variety of animals, plants, and ecology. Welcome to Idaho Idaho is diverse not only in its plant and animals species, but in its topography, geology, and climate. Northern Idaho is mountainous and covered by coniferous forests dotted with pristine lakes, while Southern Ida...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/8220.aspxFri, 28 Aug 2009 15:45:29 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:8220JenniferBDid you know that humans have an ecology just like plants and animals? Discover what a human ecology is and why having a good understanding of it is crucial for preserving biodiversity. What is Ecology? The word ecology is being used more and more as environmental issues become increasingly reported on in the news. But surprisingly few peop...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/38554.aspxFri, 12 Jun 2009 04:59:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:38554WriterElevenHow do insects affect crops and gardens? Most people assume insects living with their plants is a bad thing, but not true! Only a small percentage of bugs are harmful to plants, while most species help protect, enrich, and pollinate them. What Makes a Bug Helpful? Gardeners and farmers alike usually view insects as their enemies. This i...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/science-environmental/articles/30584.aspxMon, 30 Mar 2009 04:32:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:30584sarahsojaEveryone has met an earthworm at some point in their life. Whether you think they’re neat, or think they’re gross, earthworms are little creatures that play a big role in the ecosystem. Learn why they do what they do (like scatter on sidewalks after it rains) and how they help us. Biology and Habitat Think an earthworm is just a...