Introducing: 10 Ecology Essentials for the Common Man

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 Hey readers ! 

Welcome to the VOICEofप्रकृति (read as : Voice of Prakriti ) !

A tiny bit about me. My name is Prakriti Goswami, a postgrad student from India. Ecology and environment has always been my passion and I wanted to write about the marvelous intricacies of nature, and how our relationship with the environment looks today. I wanted to connect the science of environment and people  - addressing the WHY behind it all. My favourite quote from Rachel Carson is -

"The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction."

Rachel Carson was a revolutionary in the environment world, btw. She was the one who first exposed the harmful effects of chemical pesticides in her book "Silent Spring", triggering a nationwide movement for the ban of these chemicals. 
There are a ton of things I learnt from my first masters in environmental science (i am pursuing MTech now on renewable energy, I plan on talking about that as well!) and I wanted to share what I learnt because nature is cool beyond our comprehension - and we all need to be reminded of that, CONSTANTLY. 

So for my first introductory series, I plan on beginning with what i think are "10 Ecology Essentials for Common Man". Nothing big, nothing fancy. But interesting, for sure! (wink wink). 

1.     Ecosystem

2.     Trophic levels

3.     Trophic cascade

4.     Interdependence

5.     Rivet Popper Hypothesis

6.     Keystone species

7.     Invasive species

8.     Ecosystem services

9.     Ecological footprint

10.   Anthroposcene   

I know the importance of keeping everything short and crisp, so I'll be ending it here for today. See you in my next blog where we talk about what ecosystem actually is and how do we play a part ! 


Comments

  1. Job seekers29 September 2024 at 10:22

    It's wonderful to hear that Prakriti has embarked on the journey of environmental blogging. This endeavor not only showcases a commitment to raising awareness about our planet's health but also contributes to the crucial dialogue on sustainability. As Prakriti delves into topics such as conservation, renewable energy, and eco-friendly practices, each blog post can serve as a beacon of knowledge and inspiration for readers. Encouraging a deeper connection with nature and promoting actionable steps towards environmental stewardship, Prakriti's blog could become a valuable resource for those looking to make a positive impact on the world. Best wishes to Prakriti for success and fulfillment in this meaningful venture.

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  2. Priyashree Goswami30 September 2024 at 07:21

    Superb !!

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