Sources and Effects of Common Air Pollutants

Introduction Air Pollutants: Air pollutants are simply defined as airborne substances including particles, gases, liquids, or solids. High concentrations of airborne substances pose serious threats to living beings, vegetation, infrastructure, and the ecosystem of the Earth. [Also Read: Air Pollution– Sources, Effects, and Control] Indoor Air Pollution: It is defined as the physical, chemical, and […]

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Mangroves of Pakistan – Types, Importance, and Environmental degradation

mangroves in Pakistan are present along Sindh and Balochistan coasts

Introduction Mangroves: Mangroves are a type of forest that includes shrubs and trees. These types of forests grow along with coastal areas. There are approximately 80 species of mangroves found all around the world. The preferred environment for mangroves includes saline/ brackish water usually near the edge of the river, swamp water, and low oxygen […]

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Estuaries of Pakistan – Location, Importance, and Environmental degradation

There are three estuaries in Pakistan

Introduction Estuary: In simple terms, it is a brackish water body between marine and river environments. The transition zone between the marine environment and the river environment is called an ecotone. The streams and rivers flow into the partially enclosed water body of the estuary which is connected to the sea from one side. The […]

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Dire Need of Sea Water Desalination Plants in Baluchistan Pakistan

Baluchistan needs desalination plants due to water scarcity

Introduction The whole world is going to face water scarcity issues in near future due to continuous depleting water reserves. The seawater is been looking like a solution to the problem. Many countries around the world don’t have sufficient resources for freshwater so they rely on desalination plants. For more information on Pakistan’s current and […]

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