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Origin of Ocean Currents: Factors, Climatic Influence, Impact on Fisheries, and Navigation

Origin of Ocean Currents: Factors, Climatic Influence, Impact on Fisheries, and Navigation

Introduction Oceans cover nearly 71% of the Earth’s surface and act as vast reservoirs of energy, nutrients, and biodiversity. The waters of the oceans are never static; they are constantly moving in well-defined patterns known as ocean currents. Ocean currents are large-scale horizontal flows of water within the oceans, influenced by a combination of natural…

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Himalayan Region and Western Ghats

Differentiating the Causes of Landslides in the Himalayan Region and Western Ghats

Introduction Landslides are among the most destructive forms of natural disasters that occur due to the downward and outward movement of slope-forming materials like rocks, debris, and soil under the influence of gravity. In India, landslides are a recurrent hazard, especially in the mountainous and hilly terrains that cover a significant portion of the country….

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