Researchers study role of natural organic matter in environment

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The decomposition of plant, animal and microbial material in soil and water produces a variety of complex organic molecules, collectively called natural organic matter. These compounds play many important roles in the environment.


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Rivers are carbon processors, not inert pipelines

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Microorganisms in rivers and streams play a crucial role in the global carbon cycle that has not previously been considered. Freshwater ecologist Dr. Tom Battin, of the University of Vienna, told a COST ESF Frontiers of Science ...

New model predicts hot spots for mercury in fish

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Mercury levels in fish are prompting widespread consumption advisories and uncertainty among consumers over which species are safe to eat. Now researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a model that will ...

Researchers fly a kite for manure recycling

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Researchers at North Wyke Research, and Lancaster and Exeter universities, have come up with an advice system to help farmers recycle manure safely and avoid polluting watercourses.

Space shuttle glides to safe landing in California (Update)

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(AP) -- Space shuttle Endeavour slipped out of a brilliant desert sky and touched down safely in California after a nearly 16-day mission to repair and upgrade the international space station.

Study shows only 7 percent of Japan's sandy beaches 'natural'

Nov 30, 2008 | User rating: not rated yet
Only 7 percent of the nation's sandy beaches are without any artificial structures or other human activity, a nationwide study of seaside locations has found.
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