Futurum

OCTOBER 17, 2023

However, they carry a heavy toll: plastics require fossil fuels to be produced, and their longevity means that they can continue to exist for thousands of years into the future. This makes plastics a major source of pollution, and there is a global drive to reduce their production and use. They are typically derived from plants.”

Biology 84

Biology Agriculture Engineering Critical Thinking 84

Futurum

MAY 25, 2022

However, there are worries that these fungicides can damage the environment if they leak into water sources and may even build antimicrobial resistance against treatments for human diseases. Together, they investigated how fungicide use in agriculture could potentially lead to antimicrobial resistance in human diseases.

Social Sciences 114

Social Sciences Science Sciences Agriculture 114

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AUGUST 30, 2022

Most materials we use can be categorised into one of three categories – metals, ceramics or polymers. MSE helps us understand how materials behave and how to control their behaviours,” says Dr Chris Hamlett, Discover Materials National Outreach Officer. How bendy is it? How easily is it stretched?

Engineering 92

Engineering Science Sciences Chemistry 92

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APRIL 12, 2023

These are just some of the questions that can be answered thanks to the power of geographic information systems, or GIS. These are just some of the questions that can be answered thanks to the power of geographic information systems, or GIS. Are incidences of cancer linked to polluted areas?

Geography 98

Geography Publication Government Science 98