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Many deserts ... water
Environment

Many deserts ... water

On our planet, Zacat in northern Africa is the number one desert and also the third largest desert (after Antarctica and the Arctic).

December 16, 2018
Desert - CO2 sink
Environment

Desert - CO2 sink

Researchers from Washington State University (USA) have discovered that deserts and other arid ecosystems are also capable of sucking CO2 impressively like trees.

December 16, 2018
The cave holds a record of tsunami in history
Environment

The cave holds a record of tsunami in history

This cave is located far from the place where the waves often hit the shore at high tide about 100 meters toward the mainland, so the sea does not reach the cave mouth u…

December 16, 2018
7 most wonderful beaches in the Mediterranean
Environment

7 most wonderful beaches in the Mediterranean

Not too noisy with many tourists like other beaches, lying hidden in the fishing villages, the 7 most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean with clear blue waters, stil…

December 16, 2018
Sandstorm attacks northwest China
Environment

Sandstorm attacks northwest China

Yesterday, a serious sandstorm swept across northwest China, paralyzing public traffic and forcing many schools to close.

December 16, 2018
'Super sand' purifies water
Environment

'Super sand' purifies water

Australian researchers say that ordinary sand, which is used to filter water in many parts of the world, can be converted into a kind of

December 16, 2018