The Second Law of Thermodynamics predicts the gradual energetic decay of physical closed systems ("entropy"). Arguably, the Universe as a whole is precisely such a system. Locally, though, order is often fighting disorder for dominance. In other words, in localized, open systems, order sometimes tends to increase and, by definition, statistical entropy tends to decrease. Some physical systems increase disorder, either by decaying or by actively spreading disorder onto other systems. Such … [Read more...]
Environmentally-Friendly Household Cleaners
June 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Many people use a vast array of chemical-laden household cleaners and products around the home on a daily basis. What they may not be aware of is the fact that many of these chemicals can be damaging to their health when inhaled. Apart from the inhalation aspect, skin irritations often occur when coming into contact with many chemical cleaners. Many disinfectants contain phenol ( aka carbolic acid ) or cresol. These can attack the central nervous system, liver, kidneys, spleen, and … [Read more...]
Methane – Impacts on Global Warming
June 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Methane is a gas found on most planets with atmospheres. In limited amounts, it isn … [Read more...]
The Natural Green Building Solution is Log Homes
June 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Building and living … [Read more...]
Nature’s Message – Live and Let Live
June 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Both now-discarded Lamarckism (the supposed inheritance of acquired characteristics) and Evolution Theory postulate that function determines form. Natural selection rewards those forms best suited to carry out the function of survival ("survival of the fittest") in each and every habitat (through the mechanism of adaptive radiation). But whose survival is natural selection concerned with? Is it the survival of the individual? Of the species? Of the habitat or ecosystem? These three - … [Read more...]
