Cryptocurrency Mining and Its Negative Impact on Environment

digital currency mining is producing e-waste

INTRODUCTION CRYPTOCURRENCY Cryptocurrency is also known as crypto or crypto-currency. It is a form of digital currency. The key purpose of cryptocurrency is to provide a medium of exchange with secured cryptography in trading. The record of online transactions, verification of coin ownership, and transfer related to individual coin ownership are saved in the ledger […]

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Harmful Effects of Excessive Use of Hand Sanitisers – Covid-19

hand sanitiser can catches fire

INTRODUCTION HAND SANITISIERS Hand sanitiser is defined as a disinfectant agent in the form of foam, gel or liquid. The common names of hand sanitisers are hand rub, hand disinfectant, or hand antiseptic, hand disinfectant. USE OF HAND SANITISERS Hand sanitisers are applied on hands to kill different kinds of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, […]

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Rooftop Vegetation and Vertical Gardening – Solution to Self-Sustenance

rooftop gardening is sustainable way of growing food.

INTRODUCTION Rooftop vegetation and vertical gardening are included in the methods of urban farming. The rising temperature of the Earth’s surface is triggering natural disasters. Global warming is showing negative consequences on wildlife, marine biodiversity, plants, and humans. ROOFTOP VEGETATION The rooftop vegetation is defined as a type of farming or garden on the rooftop […]

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Natural Disasters Common In Pakistan and their Impact

natural disasters cause property damage, deaths, etc

INTRODUCTION Pakistan has a history of natural disasters. The country is prone to earthquakes and floods very often. Climate change is affecting the environment of Pakistan and bringing extreme weather events. NATURAL DISASTER IN PAKISTAN It is a natural but catastrophic event that results in human and livelihood losses. There is a number of natural […]

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Types, Sources, Effects of Science Laboratory Health Hazards

skin allergies, rashes are common health problems due to laboratory hazards

INTRODUCTION SCIENCE LABORATORY This term is defined as the place where certain measurements, experiments, and scientific researchers are carried out in controlled conditions. Check out: Occupational Health and Safety – Hazards and Protection TYPES OF SCIENCE LABORATORY HEALTH HAZARDS There are different types of science laboratory hazards that pose serious threats to human health. The […]

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Types Of Soils In Pakistan And Their Location And Properties

types of soil in Pakistan include loamy, sandy, silty, and calcareous

INTRODUCTION Soil: It is defined as an upper layer of the earth covered with material comprising of water, gas, microorganisms minerals, and organic matter. Living organisms living in soil are termed soil biota. Soil Classification: Soil is a dynamic ecosystem that keeps on changing with time. Climate change shows its effect on the soil. Check […]

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International and National Environmental Organizations in Pakistan

INTRODUCTION Pakistan is an environmentally conscious country. The government of Pakistan has initiated several projects in order to tackle the impacts of climate change. The projects include the billion tree tsunami project, miyawaki urban forests, protected area management, bamboo production, etc. Pakistan has listed among the top 10 countries most affected by climate change. Climate […]

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