The Seasonal and Diurnal variations are quite important to understand about the earth and the changes that happen throughout the year. So today we will be discussing in detail seasonal and diurnal variations. Seasonal Variation is a characteristic feature of …
The Inclination of the earth’s axis is the reason why we see different seasons on Earth. The planet’s axis is perpendicular to the disc that surrounds the sun and the earth’s orbit around the sun takes 365 ¼ days to …
The interior of the earth is a fascinating topic to explore and the topic comes under Geography which is a very important aspect of the UPSC Exam. Today we will discuss in detail about What is the internal structure of …
Volcanism is a phenomenon of the eruption of molten rock or magma onto the surface of the earth. When the molten rock and volcanic gases come out through a volcanic outlet onto the surface. In the majority of active volcanoes, …
The oceans cover 70% of the earth, and they are divided into five zones based on their depth, and proximity to the shore. Let us take a closer look at each of the zones. 1)Sunlit Zone This is the zone …
The Earth’s atmosphere is composed of a variety of gases, some of which play a critical role in regulating the climate. While many of these gases occur naturally, human activities have significantly increased their concentrations, leading to climate change. Greenhouse …
Stars and Planets are celestial bodies and they have been in this universe for billions of years. We will discuss in detail the formation of stars and planets. Formation of Stars Stars come in a variety of masses and the mass determines the …
Fold mountains are a type of landform that form when large sections of Earth’s crust are forced to fold due to tectonic activity. This process often occurs along plate boundaries where two tectonic plates collide and one plate is forced …
The salinity of ocean water refers to the concentration of dissolved salts in the water. It plays a crucial role in the ocean’s physical and chemical properties, including its density, freezing point, and ability to conduct electricity. The salinity of …
The Geological Time Scale is a term of chronological measurement which helps to understand the relationships and the timing of the events that have occurred throughout the Earth’s history. Today we will get into detail about Earth’s Geological Time Scale. Many …