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Structure and functions of an ecosystem
The structure of an ecosystem consists of both biological communities and abiotic components. The two…
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Concept Of Ecosystem
The German biologist Ernst Haeckel in 1869 coined the word “Ecology” combining two Greek words…
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NEED FOR PUBLIC AWARENESS
The need of the hour is to make the public aware of the consequences of…
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Scope And Importance
SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENT: The environment consists of four segments of the earth namely atmosphere, hydrosphere,…
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Biodiversity and ecosystems
While cities only occupy two per cent of the Earth's land surface, they draw on…
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Causes and Control of Wood Rot
Wood rot is the common name used to indicate damage in wood due to fungal…
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Different Types Of Defects In Timber
Types of defects in timber Types of Defects in timber are grouped into the following…
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Uses of Timber
Timber is used for the following works: 1. For heavy construction works like columns, trusses, piles. 2. For light…
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Classification of Timber
Various bases are considered for the classification of timbers. The following are the important basis:…
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TIMBER
Timber refers to wood used for construction works. In fact the word timber is derived…