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Monthly Archives: July 2010
Monthly Archives: July 2010
Recycling in general is not a bad idea, but plastic bottles are of particular concern. They are everywhere, holding water and soft drinks and everything in between. Recycling them is beneficial because manufacturing them is potentially harmful. Making the Bottle Plastic bottles are made from Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET). To make this plastic, manufacturers use petroleum […]
Continue readingIf you are concerned about CO2 emissions from your vehicle, there are some ways your can reduce your emissions without giving up driving. Here are some ideas. 1. Carpool Consolidating passengers reduces the number of trips everyone makes. Carpooling goes beyond your work commute – consider carpooling to the grocery store and other errands. 2. […]
Continue readingYou may think the only thing you need to worry about when buying sunglasses is the style of frame or the color of tinting. But actually, there are other important characteristics of effective sunglasses that need to be considered. Ultraviolet radiation can harm all parts of the eye, including the eyelid skin, conjunctiva, sclera, and […]
Continue readingPonds are fascinating places. They can be small ecosystems, with all life forms supporting and dependent on each other. Young children enjoy discovering interesting things in nature, and finding a pond to explore can be the first step in developing a love for nature. Ponds are more accessible than you may think. Hiking in the […]
Continue readingThe term “smog” is a combination of the words “smoke” and “fog,” and that is essentially what it is. Smog forms when particles of dust, smoke, industrial emissions, or other pollutants mingle with water droplets in the atmosphere. Because it is heavier than smoke or fog alone, it tends to collect in valleys and hollows. […]
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