CARBON Carbon (from Latin carbo ‘coal’) is a chemical element; it has symbol C and atomic number 6. It is nonmetallic and tetravalent—meaning that its atoms are able to form up to four covalent bonds due to its valence shell exhibiting 4 electrons. It belongs to group 14 of the periodic table. Carbon makes up…
A climate scientist discusses how to think about and weigh the variables that led to the current disaster.The fires in and around Los Angeles have already claimed dozens of lives, destroyed thousands of homes, and led to evacuation orders for hundreds of thousands of people. The economic damage is projected to be as much as…
A CEO, or Chief Executive Officer, is the highest-ranking executive in a company. They are responsible for making major corporate decisions, managing the overall operations and resources of the company, and acting as the main point of communication between the board of directors and corporate operations.Here are some of the key roles and responsibilities of…
While continuous rain is not occurring everywhere at the same time, the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme rainfall events in many regions is a key indicator of climate change. An isolated rainstorm is normal weather, but a pattern of more severe and frequent heavy downpours points to a changing climate. The link between extreme…
The stage is set for India’s largest mining and infrastructure exhibition, as the 3rd Odisha Mining and Infrastructure International Expo gears up to take place from March 6th-9th, 2025, at Baramunda Ground, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Organized by Futurex Trade Fair and Events Pyt. Ltd., the event is supported by industry leaders like the PHD Chamber of…
