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Ephemerals

Ephemerals: Researchers and environmental groups are documenting floral species in the State of Maharashtra and educating people about their existence through nature walks. Ephemerals are any short-lived plant, usually one that has one or more generations per year. They grow only during favourable periods (as when adequate moisture is available) and passing the unfavourable periods […]

Polyethylene Terephthalate

Polyethylene Terephthalate: Researchers have recently discovered a new deep-sea enzyme that can degrade Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET). Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is the most commonly used thermoplastic polymer in the world. It belongs to the family of polyesters. PET is produced by the polymerization of ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid. When heated together under the influence of […]

Vizhinjam International Seaport : Docking Of The First Ship

Vizhinjam International Seaport : Docking Of The First Ship The docking of the first ship at the Vizhinjam International Seaport has been deferred recently Vizhinjam International Seaport is located at Vizhinjam, a coastal town in Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala. It is designed primarily to cater to container transhipment besides multi-purpose and break bulk cargo. It is […]