Things Worth Noting
The golden oyster mushroom (Pleurotus citrinopileatus) is a fast-growing species spread through cultivation that has become invasive in North America and parts of Europe. Escaping from grow kits, it colonizes hardwoods quickly and outcompetes native fungi, reducing local species richness and disrupting nutrient cycling. Its rapid spore production and ability to thrive in disturbed, warming […]
The scientific consensus is that humans evolved on Earth over millions of years through a process of natural selection. Our earliest ancestors diverged from other primates around 6-7 million years ago, and over time, evolved into the modern human species we are today, Homo sapiens. As to the purpose or reason for our existence, that […]
Plastic is one of the most widely used materials in the world due to its versatility, durability, and affordability. However, the massive production and disposal of plastic have caused significant environmental problems, leading to concerns about whether plastic is destroying the world. Here are some of the ways in which plastic is impacting the environment: […]