How is the ecological system of the small invertebrates that live in the soil (and play such a key role in its character) affected by the introduction of pesticides?

THE mass extinction of large animals in the Pleistocene caused today’s dearth of soil nutrients, scientists said recently, and warned of further damage if modern giants like the elephant disappear.

In this guide, we're going to look at the different types of soil. Soil contains lots of minibeasts (tiny animals which don't have a backbone) and microorganisms (which are too small to see).

Since soil contains more carbon than all plants and the atmosphere combined, it is important to ensure its persistence. When plants and animals die, dead organic matter remains in the soil for a ...

To learn more, she and her colleagues tested the impact of viscose, lyocell and polyester on soil and some of the animals that live in it. Wet wipes often make their way into wastewater treatment ...