Cultivated plants can be categorized by their function, including human consumption, animal feed, and non-food products. The largest group is for human consumption, with subcategories like root crops, leaf crops, and fruits. Other categories include oil-producing crops, sugar plants, and spices. Some plants are used to make non-food products like coffee, tea, and tobacco. Large […]
The Lowline in Manhattan is a soon-to-be-completed underground park, using skylight technology to provide sunlight for a year-round garden. Co-founders hope to inspire others to transform unused spaces into cultural and educational oases. The park is expected to open to the public in 2021. Other notable parks in New York City include Central Park, Flushing […]
Office plants can improve air quality, reduce energy costs, boost morale, and act as natural air filters. They are also relatively inexpensive and easy to maintain. Some research has shown that companies can reap a surprising amount of benefits from active office floor plans. From an aesthetic point of view, office plants can brighten up […]
Industrial plant engineering involves designing and building industrial plants, from conceptualization to project completion. Experts in various fields work together to create a viable plan based on the customer’s idea. The process can also be used to upgrade existing systems. Industrial plant engineering is the process of designing and building an industrial plant, from conceptualization […]
Recycling facilities process different materials, including glass, metals, paper, concrete, electronic equipment, and plastics. Single-stream recycling centers separate household waste into recyclable components, while specialized facilities handle items like batteries and e-waste. Each material requires a unique process and specialized equipment, and the most efficient plants process metals and glass. Paper and plastic recycling is […]
Medicinal plants have been used for thousands of years and are still widely practiced today. Different parts of the plant can be used for various purposes, and they can be taken in different forms. Many plants are endangered due to over-harvesting, and their healing properties are now being recognized by physicians. There are hundreds, if […]
Plants with high antioxidants include chilies, broccoli, fennel, blackberries, honeysuckle, and strawberries. Antioxidants protect against cell damage caused by free radicals, which can be caused by pollution, smoking, and infections. Other sources of antioxidants include potatoes, herbs, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Among the plants with the highest antioxidants are those that produce chilies, broccoli, […]
Half of the Earth’s oxygen comes from the oceans, where photosynthesizing microorganisms called phytoplankton contribute 50-85% of the oxygen in the atmosphere through photosynthesis. Phytoplankton are too small to see but are noticeable as colored spots on water surfaces. While we usually think of jungles and rainforests like the Amazon as the “lungs” of the […]
Virtual plants are 3D models of plant structures that can simulate growth and changes under different conditions. They can be created using various formats and software, with color and animation used to show movement and development. Virtual plant cells can also be studied and manipulated. They provide a useful tool for scientific research, allowing the […]
Geothermal power plants use naturally heated water from the earth to create electricity. There are three types: dry steam, flash steam, and binary cycle. Each type uses geothermal water to spin turbine blades, but in different ways. Hot dry rock thermal energy may be used in areas with hot dry rocks or low water pressure. […]
Russia is constructing eight floating nuclear power plants in the Arctic to provide energy to oil rigs. Each station costs $400m, can supply heat and electricity to communities of up to 45,000 people, and is expected to be used once every 12 years. Environmentalists and non-Russians are concerned about the potential for a nuclear disaster […]
The oldest land plants, mosses and lichens, appeared 470 million years ago in a desolate landscape. All land plants evolved from green algae, and the earliest plants lacked vascular tissue. Fungi were early allies of land plants, forming symbiotic relationships. The oldest known land plants with vascular tissue date back 425 million years, and the […]
Plant breeders create hybrid plants with superior traits for food supply and ecosystem health. Technicians can start with an associate degree and work their way up to a bachelor’s degree in science and plant breeding. A Ph.D. or master’s degree in biotechnology can lead to research and genetic manipulation. Employment opportunities include research universities, national […]
