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A moonbow or space rainbow, is a rainbow produced by light reflected off the surface of the moon (rather than from direct sunlight) refracting off of moisture in the air. http://on.fb.me/12cGCiq
A moonbow or space rainbow, is a rainbow produced by light reflected off the surface of the moon (rather than from direct sunlight) refracting off of moisture in the air. http://on.fb.me/18MDUp6
Melting glaciers responsible for one-third of sea-level rise
Antarctic glaciers lost the least ice overall because spots on the continent melting rapidly were offset by other regions gaining ice.
(via theenvironmentblog)
It’s good for the planet, good for jobs, and saves money. Check out our new infographic explaining why a national Cash for Containers scheme is a no-brainer @ Greenpeace Australia Pacific
Plant thrive with ‘words’ of encouragement from each other
Plants already communicate via chemicals, but it appears that an ‘unknown mechanism’ may allow them to also use sounds.
Rising sea levels, air pollution, deforestation and increasing temperatures are eating away at some of the most cherished places on Earth and are changing the landscape of our planet. An infographic, below, recently commissioned by TripInsurance.com, lists 10 places to visit before they’re gone.
Closest to home, Glacier National Park in Montana makes the list. Climate change has been shrinking the national park, which once had 150 glaciers but now is home to only 25, according to the National Park Service.
“Scientists maintain that the melting of the ice will soon become a major problem for humans as well as polar bears, not just because of rising sea levels but also because increasing sea temperatures are affecting the weather, sea currents and fish stocks.”
Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/veolia-environment-wildlife-photographer-2012-10?op=1#ixzz2QmekMK37
(Taken directly from the site)
(via climate-changing)
I had to this for an assignment at school last term and i made it all from scratch so enjoy.
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Sinkhole in Chicago neighborhood swallowed three cars this morning. As usual, this one was caused by a water main break. The water eroded the soil and rock under the road, creating a void and ultimate collapse. We’ll hear a lot more of these incidences in the coming years. America’s infrastructure is in rough shape, and water, sewer, and gas lines average close to 50 years old. Replacements costs are extremely high - most cities wait for a break to happen before replacing pipes, which is more expensive and dangerous over time. But, cities around the country are deferring maintenance due to a dwindling tax base. Via NBC.
