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A cross the globe very few areas are left today where human intervention has not altered the ecological structure and function of endemic ecosystems. Areas with reversible ecological impacts are easy to restore and maintain the ecological health through the processes o nature recovery. However, where the impacts on land and water are severe and irreversible, ecological restoration is required. Mining of minerals is one activity that drastically alters the ...
The Introduction of science -based technology during the last 25 years has helped many developing countries in achieving a favourable relationship between population growth and food production. However, in the coming century, our society will face challenges of both increasing food production and improving its quality. Although agricultural productivity and consequently, food availability in general are expected to increase through the direct use of ...