Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, is stored in the form of methane hydrate under the seafloor. This ice-like solid contains massive deposits of carbon, estimated to be at least 1,800 gigatons, with some projections suggesting it could be as high as 20,000 gigatons. The concern arises from the fact that if the temperature rises, methane
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Recent research led by Curtin University has challenged previously held beliefs about the emergence of fresh water on Earth. According to the study titled “Onset of the Earth’s hydrological cycle four billion years ago or earlier,” published in the journal Nature Geoscience, evidence suggests that fresh water appeared on Earth around 4 billion years ago.
The evolutionary history of Earth is marked by periods of rapid biodiversity growth, with one of the most significant bursts dating back to roughly 480 million years ago during the Great Ordovician Biodiversification Event. A recent study conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University suggests that this explosion of new species may have been catalyzed
In a groundbreaking discovery by scientists at UC Riverside, a new process has been identified that could revolutionize the cleanup of “forever chemicals” in drinking water. These forever chemicals, known as PFAS, have been a growing concern due to their links to various health issues and the contamination of groundwater. With new federal standards in
Freshwater mussels play a crucial role in indicating the cleanliness of their environment as biomonitors. They have the ability to absorb contaminants from their surroundings, reflecting the state of their habitat. A recent study conducted by researchers from Penn State’s Department of Civil and Environment Engineering found alarming levels of radium in mussels downstream of