Geography
Nature's Wrath: 4 catastrophic volcanic eruptions in history
In documented history, there have been several devastating volcanic eruptions. Here is a list of four such eruptions that are considered to be one of the deadliest ones.
In documented history, there have been several devastating volcanic eruptions. Here is a list of four such eruptions that are considered to be one of the deadliest ones.
As the Earth's Northern Hemisphere witnessed the year's shortest day today, here's a look at the reason behind it
Rajasthan's district Churu, which is close to the Thar desert, has recorded -4.6 degrees Celcius in winters, while 50 degrees Celcius in summers. Here's what experts have to say about this mysterious place.
The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 provides for the establishment of Protected Areas in India. Here are all the differences between Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks.
Scientists recently discovered a place on Earth where there is absolutely no life - not even microbial life! Here are the key facts you should know about Dallol Geothermal Field.
This article will help you to understand the difference between an ocean, a sea and a river.
This article will help you better understand the difference between a metropolitan city and cosmopolitan city.
These facts about Africa will help you crack all the competitive exams.
These are some interesting facts about Asia which are very useful for the preparation of competitive examinations like UPSC-prelims, SSC, State Services, NDA.
The Amazon rainforest is the largest tropical rainforest in the world and provides 20% of Earth’s oxygen. From housing the largest biodiversity on the planet to the largest river, here are 15 incredible facts about the Amazon rainforest.
Eurasia is the name given to the combined land area of Europe and Asia.
Isn't it ironical that the most populous country in the world, China tops the chart?
From location, geography, climate, people, culture and landform, here is your guide to how Baltic and Balkan countries differ.
Things work differently in the waters: unlike basic land measurements, measuring things in the waters works with nautical miles, charting and knots.
The Dutch will be building an archipelago on a 700 square kilometers expanse of water body to protect the biodiversity and wildlife of the area.
Bamboo is a fast-growing grass plant that can provide valuable opportunities for the green development of developing countries.
One of the most difficult topics to understand in geography is 'International Date Line', which talks about measuring degrees of longitude and latitude.
Listed below are some geographical facts about South America which are generally asked in almost all competitive exams:
Earth drags water at the subduction zones/trenches but it was believed to come back in the atmosphere in the form of water vapours when a volcano erupts. However, a new study shows that the amount dragged is three times more than previously estimated.
Many-a-time, hot springs exist bang in the middle of freezing locations and seem like a miracle.