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Description Asia is the largest and most populous continent in the world, sharing borders with Europe and Africa to its West, Oceania to its South,
African History African Origin Of Modern Humans As for Africa, scientists have formerly concluded that it is the birthplace of mankind, as large numbers of
Europe History As for Europe, a brief chronological account of its significant events begins during prehistoric times with the emergence of Homo sapiens (early man),
Where is South America ? South America is found in the western hemisphere. Most of the continent is in the southern hemisphere, although some parts
North America History Anthropologists believe that North America’s initial inhabitants arrived around 40,000 years ago by traversing the Bering Strait. Some experts feel that by using primitive
Ninety-five per cent of the ocean is unexplored. What’s down there? In 1960, Don Walsh and Jacques Piccard travelled seven miles down, to the deepest part of
It stretches 600-700 miles (1,000-1,100 km) through the South American nation of Chile. It’s the world’s driest non-polar desert. It’s also the oldest! Experts say
How do whirlpools form? It all has to do with currents. These swiftly flowing waters can be caused by many factors. Some currents are the results
You probably already know that our Earth travels around the Sun. So do all the other planets in the solar system. And most of those
We’re learning about geomorphology! That’s the study of landforms. This science is all about where landforms come from and how they change. People who study geomorphology are called
Did you know not all planets orbit a star? It’s true! Some planets travel through space on their own, floating in whichever direction gravity pulls them. We call these untethered flying
AWC, the largest such census in Asia, is organized by Wetlands International, an international program that focuses on monitoring the status of waterbirds and wetlands.
The World Magnetic Model (WMM) is a large spatial-scale representation of the Earth’s magnetic field. It consists of a degree and order 12 spherical harmonic
Magnetic North Pole wanders, and every few hundred thousand years, the polarity flips so that a compass would point south instead of north. Liquid churning
Colour coded weather warning system is used to alert the public to the predicted severity of weather: cyclones, floods, storms, and winds. The color system
The KLNP is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 in area, the only floating
When people talk about carbon in the atmosphere, they’re referring to carbon dioxide. That’s a gas that traps heat and keeps it close to the
For centuries, Antarctica has captivated people around the world. Explorers sought to travel there—and crossed treacherous waters full of ice to do so. Scientists have studied weather, wildlife, and
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It may have felt like you were standing on the surface of the Sun. But Earth—even on its hottest days—is far more tolerable than the hottest planets
Before any creatures were living on land, your water was part of the ocean. The water we have on Earth has been here for a very, very long time, and
When you look up high in the sky and see those white, wispy forms floating through the air, you notice that they can look like all
Black holes form from enormous stars more than three times the size of our Sun. When one runs out of fuel, it can no longer
Legislative relations: Parliament can make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India. Only Parliament can make the law applicable to Indians
Petroleum Industry Petroleum refineries are set up near three locations viz. Raw material site, Market place or Break of the bulk location i.e. ports or
Aluminum Industry The aluminum industry is located close to bauxite ore regions. Bauxite is the raw material that is refined to get aluminum. The process
Iron and Steel Industry Iron ore when extracted needs two elements for further processing limestone and coking coal. The other factors are water for cooling
Plantation Industry Plantations are of three types: Tree plantations like oil, coconut, rubber, cocoa, and coffee. Field crops like sugarcane and banana. Annual crops like
Dairy Industry Milk is a perishable commodity and so has to be consumed soon after manufacturing. The cattle to be raised for milk don’t need
Wool Industry The wool industry needs favorable climatic conditions like a dry climate. The damp, cold conditions in the Northern Hemisphere are unsuitable for it
Introduction Cotton is a non-perishable raw material with no weight loss when converted to yarn or textile so proximity to the source of raw materials
Introduction The important factors that determine whether a particular place is suitable for the development of industries are the distance from raw materials, the nature
South America is a continent located in the Western Hemisphere, mostly in the Southern Hemisphere, with a relatively small portion in the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s
North America is a vast and diverse continent consisting of 23 countries, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and numerous Caribbean islands. Here’s an overview:
Europe is a continent located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and mostly in the Eastern Hemisphere. It is bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the
Australia is a vast and diverse country, known for its stunning natural landscapes, unique wildlife, and vibrant cities. Here’s a snapshot: 1. **Geography**: Australia is
Africa is a vast and diverse continent, known for its rich history, diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, and unique wildlife. Here’s a brief overview covering various
West Asia, also known as the Middle East or Southwest Asia, is a region at the crossroads of Europe, Africa, and Asia. It encompasses countries
Russia and Southeast Asia have complex and multifaceted relationships spanning various aspects such as politics, economics, culture, and security. Here’s an overview: 1. **Political Relations**:
China, officially known as the People’s Republic of China, is a vast and diverse country located in East Asia. Here’s an overview covering various aspects:
EVOLUTION OF INDUSTRIES Industrial development is considered one of the important indicators of socioeconomic and human development. Before the rise of modern industries, India was
Mineral Belts of India The Chotanagpur Belt: This region contains almost 100% of kyanite reserves, 93% of iron ore, 84% coal, and 70% of chromite
Introduction India accounts for 17% of the World’s Cattle population.. 64% of the buffalo population and 4% of the rate of increase in milk. The
Introduction The net sown area is 141 million hectares. Per capita land holdings – 2 ha. World average – 2 ha. British-era land revenue system
Introduction Agriculture + fisheries + livestock + forests contribute 13.9% to India’s GDP. India’s 51% population dependent on these activities. Green Revolution in India Green
Introduction Soils with different layers have different physical and chemical properties. The topmost layer is humus or organic matter, topsoil followed by a transition zone,
Introduction Rain, rivers, lakes, and ponds are important sources of water in India. India receives 2nd highest rainfall for a country of its size. 1st is
Introduction Tropical Evergreen: They are located in North-East India, parts of Western Ghats, the Andaman and Nicobar, upper Assam, lower slopes of Eastern Himalayas, Odisha,
Introduction SEASONS IN INDIA Winter season, mid-December to mid-March Hot weather season, mid-March to May. The rainy season, June to September Season of retreating monsoon,
Introduction THE DRAINAGE SYSTEM The drainage system is an integrated system of tributaries and a trunk stream that collects and funnel surface water to the
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