Land bridges connect otherwise separated islands or continents, allowing for the exchange of plants and animals. The Bering land bridge, which allowed humans to migrate from Asia to the Americas, is the most famous. Other land bridges include Doggerland, which connected England to mainland Europe, and those in Indonesia. The land bridge between North and […]
Around 11% of land is used for crops and 27% for livestock. 38% of the world’s land is agricultural, including arable land, fruit-growing and grazing. Irrigated land is more productive and represents 16% of cultivated land, producing 40% of the world’s food. The US has the most cultivated land, while Tuvalu has the highest percentage […]
Land navigation involves wind-powered vehicles called land yachts, made of various materials, and used for leisure activities. Land yachts can travel over different types of dry land without an engine and can exceed 110 mph. The history of land navigation dates back to at least the early 17th century in Egypt. Currently, there are numerous […]
Logging involves removing trees and bushes from land using methods such as pushing, cutting, grinding, and burning. Professional equipment and trained specialists may be needed for larger plots. Selling the lumber can result in free land clearing, but the landowner should ensure debris is cleaned up and consider planting grass to prevent soil loss. Logging […]
Hong Kong is a densely populated city-state with 7 million residents, 20% of which is developed while 25% is dedicated to national parks. It was under British rule until 1997 and has the tenth largest trading economy in the world with China as a frequent partner. With over 7 million residents, Hong Kong is a […]
Africa may split into two land masses within 10 million years due to a continental rift forming between the Arabian and African plates. Geologists are studying a 37-mile crack in Ethiopia’s Afar Region that is expected to widen and fill with seawater, creating a new island in the Indian Ocean. Geologists think Africa could split […]
The Åland Islands, with over 300 small islands, have full autonomy but are closely connected to Finland. The islands have a rich history, including changing ownership many times due to their strategic position in the Baltic Sea. The islands are now a popular tourist attraction, known for their natural beauty and wildlife. They are accessible […]
Land surveying equipment includes theodolites, GPS, data collectors, and satellites. Theodolites measure vertical and horizontal angles and use triangulation. GPS and satellites determine boundaries and changes in land. Basic tools like tape measures, levels, and compasses are still relevant and modern equipment is an evolved version of them. Among the many types of land surveying […]
70 households own 20% of the land in England, dating back to William the Conqueror. Land is typically passed down among aristocratic families. The Forestry Commission is the largest landowner, while Queen Elizabeth II technically owns the most land due to ruling the British Commonwealth. An estimated 160,000, around 70 households own 2012% of the […]
Land trains are vehicles designed for use on highways or other surfaces instead of railways, with names including trackless train, parking train, road train, Dotto Train, and Tschu-Tschu Train. They were developed to deliver to areas with rugged terrain and the US Army was one of the first groups to request experimental examples. Land trains […]
Land yachts were large American cars manufactured from 1950 to 1980, known for their comfortable cruising position and boat-like ride. They were lavishly decorated and had excessive chrome and vinyl tops. The motorhome later assumed the land yacht title due to its ship-like appearance and onboard amenities. A land yacht is a large automobile commonly […]
Cities make up 3% of US land area, but 80% of the population lives in them. The US has 60 million acres of urban land and over 3,600 urban areas. Private ownership covers over 60% of the land. Cities make up only about 3% of the total land area of the United States, despite the […]
John Malone, known as the “Cable Cowboy,” is the largest landowner in the US with over 2.2 million acres of land. This is three times the size of Rhode Island, but Queen Elizabeth II still holds the title of the world’s largest landowner. Alaska is 425 times larger than Rhode Island, Hawaii’s Mauna Kea is […]
Land remediation is the process of removing hazardous materials from contaminated land. Businesses and corporations are often held liable for land repair. The US government passed the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act in 1980 to manage and enforce cleaning tasks. Land reclamation can be done through excavation, dredging, stabilization, solidification, and bioremediation. The […]
The US federal government owns 85% of Nevada’s land, and over 1 million square miles of land in the US. The land is used for various purposes, including military bases, national parks, and leased to private contractors. States in the Northeast have the least amount of government-owned land. The US federal government owns nearly 85 […]
Surveying courses range from introductory to advanced levels, covering topics such as property laws, land ownership, and tools used in the field. Advanced courses include calculus, airplane surveying, and public land surveying, while a bachelor’s degree program includes technical writing, advanced analysis, and mathematics. Specialized courses are also available, such as those focusing on airplane […]
To work in the gaming industry, extensive gaming and education in a chosen specialty is necessary. Entry-level positions like game testing may not require additional education. Good contacts and creating small games are beneficial. Fields include game design, art, programming, and game testing. In order to find a job position in the gaming industry, you […]
New Mexico’s official nickname is “Land of Enchantment,” adopted in 1990. Other unofficial nicknames include “The Spanish State,” “The Sunshine State,” and “The Land of the Cactus.” The state has official symbols such as the black bear, Coelophysis dinosaur, chile and frijoles vegetables, turquoise gem, gamma blue grass tree, red and yellow colors, Bizcochito cookie, […]
Illinois is known as the “Land of Lincoln” due to Abraham Lincoln’s early political career there. The state made it the official motto in 1955, and the US Congress granted special copyright to the “Land of Lincoln” insignia. Lincoln’s political service bonded Illinois with him, not his birthplace. He served four terms in the state […]
To become an architectural lighting designer, you can attend art and design school or complete a university architecture program, then earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in lighting design. An internship and professional designations can also help in this field. If you are a creative person who is also interested in physics, optics and how […]
