What on earth is the nitrogen doing to my Koi filter and my pond?
Many of us do not know much about nitrogen. We may remember from our school days that the air we breathe is about 80% nitrogen and we may hear the …
Aquaponics ponds: a sustainable alternative to aquaculture
Aquaculture is the raising of marine animals in water. It can occur in natural water bodies such as ponds, lakes, swamps or brackish waters and the ocean. It can also …
Biofuels – an alternative to fossil fuels?
Biofuel derived primarily from plants is a fuel that is formed when biological matter decomposes. There are three forms or states of matter present in: solid, liquid and gas. Comparisons …
Alpaca defense mechanisms
Peru is located at the fusion point between Eastern and Western Europe and is home to countless species of flora and fauna. Alpaca is one of the main ones. Alpacas …
Understand some basic bear terms
Organized bear tours with a wildlife company are an excellent way to observe these magnificent animals in a safe and informative manner. If you’re embarking on a tour with a …
Air pollution risks
Air pollution affects much more than just the air we breathe. Every living thing needs clean, breathable air, from humans and animals to plants and trees. These needs make combating …
Photosynthesis – the food chain
What do plants and animals need to grow? Almost all plants and animals need air, water, light and nutrition to grow. Green plants use a complex chemical process, called photosynthesis, …
How to pass the property preservation test for a foreclosure cleaning subcontracting business
As a smaller foreclosure cleaning company, your company can engage in subcontracting work with larger property preservation companies. You can offer your services on a subcontracted basis for labor such …
Instructions for maintaining redwood outdoor furniture
Good preservation techniques of wooden outdoor furniture add more life to it. Unlike metal outdoor furniture, wood outdoor furniture tends to be sensitive to moisture, sunlight, and cold weather. Manufacturers …
Principles of ancient Egyptian food storage
Food preservation is a system used to preserve a quantity of food for some future date and time. There has always been a type of food preservation used in every …