by Gelogia | Dec 11, 2024 | Structural Geology
Photochemical smog is produced when ultraviolet light from the sun reacts with nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere. It is visible as a brown haze and is most prominent during the morning and afternoon, especially in densely populated, warm cities. Cities that experience...
by Gelogia | Dec 9, 2024 | Structural Geology
Water pollution represents one of the most significant environmental challenges of our era. It has detrimental effects on ecosystems, human health, and global economies. Gaining insight into the cause of water pollution is essential in addressing this pervasive issue....
by Gelogia | Dec 7, 2024 | Structural Geology
Air pollution is a major environmental challenge, affecting health, ecosystems, and climate worldwide. At the heart of the problem are air pollutants, which degrade air quality and harm human health and the environment. Air pollutant: Substances present in the air are...
by Gelogia | Dec 2, 2024 | Structural Geology
Runoff in hydrology refers to the amount of water that flows into surface streams. It encompasses not just the water that moves directly over the land and through channels to join a stream but also includes interflow—the water that seeps into the soil and, under the...
by Gelogia | Dec 1, 2024 | Structural Geology
Infiltration is a crucial process in the hydrological cycle. It plays a vital role in maintaining groundwater levels and preventing surface runoff. It has direct implications for agriculture, water management, and environmental sustainability. Infiltration: The...
by Gelogia | Nov 29, 2024 | Structural Geology
Rainfall is the primary form of precipitation, and the term rainfall is used synonymously with precipitation. Precipitation: Any form of water (or moisture) reaching the ground from the atmosphere is called precipitation, such as rainfall, snowfall, hail, frost, or...
