Socrates was a Greek philosopher and one of the founding fathers of ethical thought. He was notably seen as a figure for free speech although was put to trial for this same reason, which then later followed his execution. So how did he die? Hemlock poisoning. Crushed then ingested. The effects of the poison took … Continue reading What killed Socrates? The guilty, the truth and everything in between
Threat to Biodiversity is Just as Important as Climate Change
Biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, is under threat. Human activities such as deforestation, overfishing, and pollution are driving many species to extinction, and threatening the functioning of ecosystems. In recent years, the focus has largely been on the urgent need to address climate change, but the loss of biodiversity is just as important … Continue reading Threat to Biodiversity is Just as Important as Climate Change
Biodiversity Benefits for Ecology
Biodiversity, or the variety of life on Earth, is essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems. The interactions between different species in an ecosystem are complex, and each species plays a unique role in maintaining the balance and functioning of the ecosystem. In this blog post, we will explore some of the benefits of biodiversity for ecology, … Continue reading Biodiversity Benefits for Ecology
How Biodiversity is Threatened by Human Activity?
Biodiversity, or the variety of life on Earth, is an incredibly important and valuable resource. It provides a wealth of benefits to humans, including clean air and water, food and medicine, and cultural and recreational opportunities. Unfortunately, human activity is threatening biodiversity in a number of ways. In this blog post, we will explore how … Continue reading How Biodiversity is Threatened by Human Activity?
The Loss of Biodiversity: A Serious Global Problem
Biodiversity is described as the diversity of life on our planet; it involves the many plant and animal species, as well as the ecosystems in which they thrive. Human activities have resulted in a dramatic reduction in the diversity of plant and animal species in recent years. This loss in biodiversity is a severe worldwide … Continue reading The Loss of Biodiversity: A Serious Global Problem
Monkey Puzzle: A unique species of coniferous tree
The Monkey Puzzle tree (Araucaria araucana) is a rare coniferous tree native to South America. This tree has gained popularity as an attractive plant due to its unusual appearance. A recent research paper shed light on some of the interesting characteristics of the Monkey Puzzle tree. According to the findings of the study, this tree … Continue reading Monkey Puzzle: A unique species of coniferous tree
Bouteloua gracilis: A Type of Grass
Myers, M. (n.d.). Blue Grama. Melinda Myers. https://www.melindamyers.com/audio-video/melindas-garden-moment-audio-tips/flowers-ornamental-grasses/grow-blue-grama-grass-bouteloua-gracilis I spy with my little eye something that is usually green and almost everywhere. Couldn’t find it? The answer is grass! More specifically, blue grama (Bouteloua gracilis), a species of grass that can be found in the mixed-grass prairie of Manitoba. It is an important source of … Continue reading Bouteloua gracilis: A Type of Grass
Mixed-grass Prairie: The Beauty of Being in Between
Wood, S. (2020, July 1). Mixed-grass Prairie. The Narwhal. https://thenarwhal.ca/carbon-cache-grasslands/ Many things in life exist on a spectrum… an extraordinary place situated between two ends. Ecotones are a transitional region between two biological communities. These places can exist as soft gradients or sharp boundaries between two differing areas. For their research study, Dr. Jennifer Shay … Continue reading Mixed-grass Prairie: The Beauty of Being in Between
Don’t Pick Up That Litter… Plant Litter
Wilson, J. (n.d.). Plant Litter. Reflection Riding. https://reflectionriding.org/nature-center-news-updates/leaf-litter Litter? I thought that was bad for the environment! Turns out that there are different types of litter. Plant litter is dead plant material that has fallen to the ground - this detritus makes up the top layer of soil (O horizon). It is composed of bark, … Continue reading Don’t Pick Up That Litter… Plant Litter
Three Brilliant Scientists and the Birth of a Child
The Newsroom. (2018, June 2). Dr. Jennifer Shay. Yorkshire Post. https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/dr-jennifer-shay-biologist-288359 During the year 2001, two significant events occurred - my birth, and the publishing of a research article created by three brilliant scientists. Dr. Jennifer Shay (1930-2018) was a professor at the University of Manitoba. Born in Hull, England, she moved to Winnipeg to … Continue reading Three Brilliant Scientists and the Birth of a Child
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