You can use this chart to find out what Family any fruit, vegetable or herb is in, for curiositys sake or to help you in planning crop rotation schemes.CropFamilyGroupAmerican CressCruciferae (Brassicas)2AppleRosaceae9ApricotRosaceae9AsparagusLiliace...
Environment environment brassicaschinese cabbagecruciferae greenscruciferae cresscruciferae tout beansleguminosaenew brassicasnectarinerosaceaeneedleSolar tracking systems are used to continually orient photovoltaic panels towards the sun and can help maximize your investment in your PV system. They are beneficial as the sun's position in the sky will change gradually over the course of a da...
Environment environment solar array energy system trackingLighting is an indispensable part of our lives. It illuminates our homes, streets, offices, and public spaces and makes it possible to see and perform various activities at night. However, not all lighting options are created equal, and some can have...
Environment environment light lamp mercury lamps sodium vapor metalConserving our World: The Importance of Sustainable Living As the world’s population continues to grow, so too does the strain on our natural resources. Climate change, habitat destruction, and resource depletion are just a few of the issues facin...
Environment environment atmosphere planet start reallyEcological Engineering - We Can Reshape This World! by: Billy I Ahmed Human have always shown remarkable skill, innovation and ingenuity when faced by environmental hurdles. Instead of competing with or opposing the environment, they cooperate w...
Health health ecological engineering ecosystems environment system paradigmTsunamisTsunami - a seismic sea wave - means in Japanese "harbor-wave". It is also misleadingly called "tidal wave". It is an ocean wave caused by an earthquake of magnitude 6.5 on the Richter scale (or greater) that occurs less than 50 kilometers be...
Environment environment kilometers meters tsunami earthquakes earthquake wavesBamboo flooring has gained immense popularity over recent years as an eco-friendly and sustainable alternative to traditional hardwood flooring options. Bamboo, a grass, grows incredibly quickly – up to 91 cm per day – and can be harvested every ...
Environment environment bamboo flooring hardwood harvested globalThere are practical ways to reduce the amount of toxic materials used for carpet cleaning or rug cleaning. Depending on the location of the carpet or the type of treatment required for the carpet, two different carpet cleaning processes may be used. ...
Environment environment cleaning carpet uses agent solvent rinsingVermicomposting, the process of using worms to break down organic waste and turn it into nutrient-rich soil, is a great way to reduce your household waste and produce your own natural fertilizer. It’s also very easy to do, requiring only a few basi...
Environment environment soil vermicompost compost wastes worms organic earthworms wasteAn on-site sewage facility (OSSF) inherently offers a conservative approach to water use. OSSF systems provide wastewater treatment and, occasionally, wastewater disposal, generally back into the environment around the property. Whether you have an o...
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