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The High Plains Aquifer encompasses approximately 174,000 square miles and stretches from Texas to South Dakota (Fig. 1). This aquifer is also known as the Ogallala Aquifer due to the geologic formation that it lies above. The development of this aquifer along with glacial till produced through the retreat of glaciers during previous ice ages, has yielded a very productive region for farming. The High Plains Aquifer is a valuable natural resource for farmers within the area, but several factors have

Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring tries to convey the message that humans alter the environment by using chemicals that enter water, food, soil, and many species, causing effects related to many concepts in environmental science. Pesticides can get into water, one of our most precious sources, which causes many effects. They can get into groundwater, which Carson states on page 40 that the majority of them most likely come from agricultural uses on farmlands, which are brought to the water by rain (Carson

Landuse and Soil Carbon Management Introduction: 1. Soils as a pool of carbon play a critical role in the global carbon cycle, because soils contain approximately 75% of the carbon pool on land; this is three times more than three times the amount of carbon that is stored in living plants and animals. 2. Through photosynthesis, plants absorb carbon, and some of the carbon taken in by these plants remains as plant tissue. The plant tissue is then ingested by animals or is added to the soil as litter

A biome is a large area filled with complex fauna and flora communities that are created and maintained by its climate. The characteristics that go into defining a biome are mostly abiotic factors. Abiotic factors such as climate, geology, soils, and vegetation. There are five major biomes on earth’s surface. Amongst these five, there are sub-biomes, and in these are many more ecosystems. The Tundra biome and desert biome display very similar traits. They both contain little to no life, harsh

ARTICLE Everything you should know before Hiring Lawn care, Los Angeles In the contemporary times, many people focus on maintaining the lawn before their house along with the proper appearance and maintenance of their house. That is the reason they hire different agencies who provides lawn care service to the needy ones Well, in that case, you cannot just hire anybody for the maintenance of your lawn but it should be properly checked whether they are professional lawn care service provider or not

Coming home to a resort-style garden is like being on vacation every day of the year. Outdoor areas are often the last to receive design attention, but they shouldn’t be: What surrounds your home is just as important as what's in it. Well-designed landscaping ideas can complement your home's architectural design, and the right plants and flowers can greatly enhance your curb appeal by adding color, texture and even fragrance to your yard. Foliage and Trees For the most part, tropical gardens rely

Throughout the semester, we have delved deep into the many aspects of archeology. Submerged in the world of archeology, we have seen it evolve to the point where it could help us investigate a site even as complex as Copan. The ultimate question leading to the sites complexity: why did Copan collapse? The considered categories, the monuments, people, bones, botany and houses of the ancient Mayan Civilization, will aid in the investigation- turning questions into answers and theories into facts. Using

type of tree removal. If a tree has fallen on your property, or on a structure, contact us to have it removed safely and quickly. Storm Damage Severe weather can result in damage to your property when limbs or trees fall. High winds and saturated soil can cause tree roots to fail and branches weaken. While it is not possible to provide complete protection for trees, inspection by a trained tree specialist and resolution of the conditions identified can help prevent storm damage before severe

A screen porch is the perfect spot for you to relax with friends and family. You get to hang outside without worrying about abrasive sunlight, annoying bugs, or inclement weather. But have you considered all the possible ways you can stylize your porch? The Backyard Enclosures team of Blairsville, GA are specialists in adding beauty, comfort, and value to outdoor spaces. As such, they have a load of great screen porch ideas you can use to enhance the beauty of your outdoor space. Check out some of

If you want to get the most out of your lawnmower, you need to know how to use it properly. Get more out of your lawn mower and your lawn mower blades this year by implementing the following three tips. #1 Avoid Mowing Your Grass When It Is Wet The first thing you need to do is avoid mowing your grass when it is wet. When you mow your lawn when it is wet, you will not get the nice, smooth cut that you are looking for. The glass clippings as you go will stick to your lawn mower because they are