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Air Pollution
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Air pollution is the contamination of the indoor or outdoor environment by any chemical, physical, or biological agent that modifies the natural characteristics of the atmosphere. This contamination can take the form of foreign particles, biological molecules, or deleterious chemical compounds. While naturally occurring phenomena such as volcanic eruptions and wildfires contribute to atmospheric loading, the vast majority of modern air pollution stems from [anthropogenic (human-cause…
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Grasslands
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Ecological Dynamics
Fire is a keystone ecological factor in many grassland systems, particularly savannas. Fires consume accumulated dead grass material, releasing nutrients and preventing woody encroachment. In many tropical zones, the frequency of naturally occurring wildfires is insufficient to maintain the open structure, sug…