Nature

Snowdrifts on the roads: rules of conduct on the road

Snowdrifts on the roads: rules of conduct on the road

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Heavy precipitation in the form of snow over an extended period of time, accompanied by winds exceeding 12 m/s, is classified as a hydrometeorological disaster. Under such atmospheric conditions, there is a high probability of the formation of snowdrifts

Where does the lion live? Species and distribution area of animals

Where does the lion live? Species and distribution area of animals

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

The article describes lions, one of the largest representatives of the cat family. The king of beasts is one of the largest feline representatives, and it differs not only in size. His lifestyle is also not typical for the family. It deserves special attention

What is a mountain? Meaning and definition of the word

What is a mountain? Meaning and definition of the word

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The surface of the earth is not uniform. Schoolchildren already know that there are plains and hills. Let's try to figure out what a mountain is, what is remarkable about this natural phenomenon

What is a landslide: its danger and consequences

What is a landslide: its danger and consequences

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The article describes natural disasters - landslides, which are known for their insidiousness and serious destructive consequences. The material offers advice on how to act if trouble happens

The oldest tree growing on our planet

The oldest tree growing on our planet

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Probably, each of us in childhood was told that some types of plants can live for hundreds of years. However, not even all adults know that the oldest tree is almost 10,000 years old. In Sweden, on Mount Fulu, the Old Tjikko spruce grows, the age of which was calculated by scientists

This treacherous Bay of Biscay

This treacherous Bay of Biscay

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The Bay of Biscay is one of the most dangerous places for sailors. Nevertheless, thousands of tourists flock to its coast all year round

Pechora River. Description

Pechora River. Description

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Pechora is a river flowing through the north-eastern part of Europe, through the Nenets Autonomous District (Autonomous Okrug) and the Komi Republic. The area of its basin is about three hundred twenty-two thousand square kilometers

Vychegda is a river in the Komi Republic. Description, photo

Vychegda is a river in the Komi Republic. Description, photo

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Russia is the largest country in the world, and also one of the most water-provided. The country has huge reserves of fresh water. In total, about 2.5 million rivers, streams and streams flow through the territory of the Russian Federation. This article will tell you in detail about one of them called Vychegda

Sunzha River: description and fishing

Sunzha River: description and fishing

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What is the Sunzha River? Why is she good? You will find answers to these and other questions in the article. In fact, two rivers bear this name. One of them is located in the North Caucasus and is the right tributary of the Terek, and the other is the right tributary of the Volga, located in the Vichugsky district of the Ivanovo region. Consider these two rivers below

The Red Book of the Krasnodar Territory: representatives of flora and fauna

The Red Book of the Krasnodar Territory: representatives of flora and fauna

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The Red Book is a call to preserve the gene pool of animals and plants. Each person, as the crown of evolution, must be aware of his responsibility for any form of life and understand that the value of our world lies not only in himself, but mainly in the creatures that inhabit it

Plants and animals of Siberia listed in the Red Book

Plants and animals of Siberia listed in the Red Book

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Siberia is often called the soul of Russia, because it is just as big and generous. Here the diversity of the world of flora, fauna and minerals is widely represented, which a person has been using for a long time and with pleasure, without thinking about how such exorbitant appetites affect Mother Nature

Yak is an animal that lives in the mountains. Description, lifestyle, photo

Yak is an animal that lives in the mountains. Description, lifestyle, photo

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Yak is an animal that, getting into the territory developed by man, quickly dies. The herds of these majestic beauties are getting smaller and smaller. In the wild, they are found only in the regions of the Tibetan mountains. A unique and amazing animal yak! A description of its appearance, photographs, how it lives, what it eats, how this representative of the fauna breeds - you will find all of the above in this article

Autumn herbs: description. Grass in the autumn forest

Autumn herbs: description. Grass in the autumn forest

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Autumn, like all seasons, is surprisingly beautiful in its own way. Nature at this time dresses in the most colorful clothes, made of colorful leaves: brown, red, yellow, orange and even green. Thanks to the bright sun, although not very warm, everything shimmers with gold. What happens at this time of the year with trees, herbs, shrubs, flowers? Autumn plants take on a completely different look

Unusual phenomena of nature

Unusual phenomena of nature

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People think that the world is already fully understood and understood. In fact, one has only to look around more closely - so many miracles will be revealed, have time to be surprised! Unusual phenomena lurk in remote corners of the world, and sometimes appear overhead. For those who are not lazy and watch closely, not only incredible beauty is revealed, but also real miracles. Let's see what unusual natural phenomena scientists usually pay attention to

Wind force: measurement and use

Wind force: measurement and use

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The article talks about the wind, the strength of the wind, the units in which it is measured, as well as possible ways to use it

Ugra - a river in the Kaluga region

Ugra - a river in the Kaluga region

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Ugra is a river flowing through the Kaluga and Smolensk regions of Russia. It is a left tributary of the Ob River. Ugra is a natural frontier on the outskirts of the capital of our Motherland - Moscow

Sea of Okhotsk: Russian inland sea or

Sea of Okhotsk: Russian inland sea or

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When looking at a geographical map, everything seems to be clear. The Sea of Okhotsk is surrounded on all sides by Russian territory: either by islands or by the line of the Asian coast. And only in the very southwest we will see the northern end of the Japanese island of Hokkaido

Vida dyeing in antiquity and the modern world

Vida dyeing in antiquity and the modern world

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Vaida is a biennial plant with a height of 1-1.5 meters. It differs from other closely related varieties in the shorter length of its petals, in a different structure of the pod. It has an elongated shape with a blunt-rounded top

Geostationary Orbit - Battle for Clark's Belt

Geostationary Orbit - Battle for Clark's Belt

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Geostationary orbit is a limited and irreplaceable resource of humanity. Possessing a number of unique characteristics, this narrow strip of near-Earth space attracts all the most technologically, economically and industrially developed states of the world. The geostationary orbit can become a real “bone of contention” in the 21st century if the leaders of the leading powers of the world fail to agree and find a reasonable compromise

River coarse sand in the aquarium hobby. Soil recommendations

River coarse sand in the aquarium hobby. Soil recommendations

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One of the most common varieties of aquarium soil is coarse sand. Its popularity is due to the fact that it not only carries an aesthetic load, but also serves as a nutrient substrate for underwater vegetation. After reading the article, you will learn about the main features of this material

Flash of Light: Causes of Appearance

Flash of Light: Causes of Appearance

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Those who have ever followed the sunset to the very last moment, when the upper edge of the disk touches the horizon line, and then completely disappears, could see an amazing natural phenomenon. At this moment, in clear weather and clear skies, the luminary casts its amazing last ray

Mount Kilimanjaro. Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. The highest mountain in Africa

Mount Kilimanjaro. Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. The highest mountain in Africa

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Which of the tourists does not dream of going to Kilimanjaro? This mountain, more precisely a volcano, is a legendary place. The beauty of nature, the unique climate attract travelers from all over the world to Kilimanjaro

What is a magnetic anomaly and why can such a phenomenon occur?

What is a magnetic anomaly and why can such a phenomenon occur?

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Despite the significant advances in science and technology in recent years, there are still places and natural phenomena that are not fully understood on our planet, sometimes with unusual “side” effects. The magnetic anomaly also belongs to such cornerstones of modern natural science

Psou - the river-border between states. River Psou: photo, description

Psou - the river-border between states. River Psou: photo, description

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Psou is a river separating the territory of Abkhazia and Russia. It flows along the entire border line between states. Translated from the Abkhaz language, its name means "long river", although in reality this is not entirely true. Its total length is only 53 kilometers

The relief of the Earth and its main forms

The relief of the Earth and its main forms

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Relief is the shape that the earth's surface has. Over time, it changes under the influence of various factors

Stalactites and stalagmites - what's the difference?

Stalactites and stalagmites - what's the difference?

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Stalactites and stalagmites can be attributed to the extraordinary creations of nature. There are karst caves in many states, so inquisitive tourists can easily satisfy their curiosity and inspect them from the inside. You should not go to distant lands, since such a miracle exists in Russia, Ukraine, stalactites and stalagmites of amazing beauty are found in Israel, China, Slovakia

Parts of the world: geography of continents

Parts of the world: geography of continents

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The entire surface of the planet Earth consists of the water spaces of the oceans and the land of the mainland continents. Continents in terms of total area are significantly inferior to the seas and oceans. Four oceans - Pacific, Arctic North, Indian and Atlantic - occupy about 71% of the planet's surface, and the area of the continents is, respectively, 29%. The land is made up of vast areas that form parts of the world

Bend of the river - an image that speaks volumes

Bend of the river - an image that speaks volumes

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There are a large number of rivers in the world. And, as a rule, their banks are always beautiful - because the water gives life to vegetation. But the purely Russian term "bend" evokes the memory of Gvidon and the Swan Church. Dozens of paintings by Russian artists devoted to this topic have told about the peculiar charms of Russian nature since childhood. A beautiful turn - that's what a bend is

Water surface - a mirror image of the sky

Water surface - a mirror image of the sky

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Water… According to the Holy Scripture, this is exactly what our Planet consisted of before the creation of land, plants, animals and, of course, man. Today, it covers most of the Earth's surface and is considered a vital fluid. This is truly an amazing natural phenomenon. It can acquire a variety of aggregate states: from liquid and vapor to frozen ice. Tea is made from it and ships sail in its expanses. This is truly a unique substance

Northern bee: features, beneficial properties of honey and popularity

Northern bee: features, beneficial properties of honey and popularity

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The northern bee belongs to a fairly well-known Russian breed. Its habitat is Siberia and the Far East. It is also found in the Altai Territory. You can also find such an insect name: Central European, or dark forest. These are all names of the same northern bee

Sea flounder: description, habitats, spawning and fishing methods

Sea flounder: description, habitats, spawning and fishing methods

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In our article we want to talk about flounder. What it is? Flounder is a marine flat fish that has long become popular due to its delicious, very he althy white meat

Herring shark: lifestyle, structural features, photo

Herring shark: lifestyle, structural features, photo

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In our article we want to talk about the famous predator - the herring shark. Have you ever heard of such a thing? She has a lot of names, among which are a blue dog, lamna, bottlenose, mackerel, mackerel shark, porpoise, etc

What animals can't swim in water?

What animals can't swim in water?

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A very interesting way to get around is swimming. Some argue that all animals have the ability to stay on the water. Others believe that swimming is not available to many. This issue has not yet been resolved by scientists. Which animals cannot swim, and which are excellent swimmers, let's figure it out in this publication

Hippo and hippopotamus: differences and similarities of these mammals

Hippo and hippopotamus: differences and similarities of these mammals

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If someone is interested in who the hippopotamus and hippopotamus are, the differences between them, then you should read the publication proposed here. We will try to cover in detail all the issues related to these interesting mammals

Mother Nature - meaning, definition and verses

Mother Nature - meaning, definition and verses

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Very often in the speech of a Russian person the phrase "mother nature" is used. And what does it mean? What is its important meaning?

Where do mushrooms grow, in what forests?

Where do mushrooms grow, in what forests?

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It will seem surprising, but the simple question of where mushrooms grow is not at all as easy to answer as it might seem to a person inexperienced in biology

Chunky are those who have roots?

Chunky are those who have roots?

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This article will address the question of how stocky they are. This adjective is used only in relation to those nouns that denote objects with roots? Or is it quite the opposite?

Euphorbiaceae family: description and distribution

Euphorbiaceae family: description and distribution

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Euphorbia is a family of flowering plants. Most representatives have both poisonous and medicinal properties, so they are used in medicine. Such a plant, for example, is Fisher's spurge, widely used in Russia. Moreover, the Euphorbia family has a number of specific and interesting characteristics, which will be discussed in the article

The most interesting fact about marine life. Incredible Facts About Marine Animals

The most interesting fact about marine life. Incredible Facts About Marine Animals

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Ebb and flow, the Bermuda Triangles and the nature of the storms - it's all, of course, a mystery. But more people were interested and continue to be interested in marine life - from small fish to a huge whale. Each of the species of inhabitants of the underwater world is, in fact, a separate people, practicing their traditions and protecting their tribe in all possible ways

Lakes of Ukraine – an alternative to all seas

Lakes of Ukraine – an alternative to all seas

Last modified: 2025-01-23 09:01

Even if a crisis has struck, even if there is no way to go to the sea, even if there are nothing left of these seas in Ukraine, you can finally fulfill your old dream of a relaxing holiday on a quiet lake. And they, these days spent on a not quite familiar reservoir, may turn out to be the most successful vacation