Dams are built to control, block, or divert the flow of rivers or other water bodies. Based on their structural design, dams are generally classified into four main types – Gravity Dams, Arch Dams, Buttress Dams, and Embankment Dams. In this article, we will explore what a Gravity Dam is and take a look at […]
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A dam is a barrier structure constructed across a river or other water body to stop, divert, or control the flow of water. While dams are often built as part of hydroelectric power projects, their functions extend beyond electricity generation. The water stored in the reservoir behind a dam can also be used for irrigation,
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A lake is a body of water surrounded by land. Lakes are generally quite large but can be as small as a pond. Some lakes like the Caspian sea cover 371,000 square kilometers of area. Lakes are classified in a bunch of different ways. This article discusses the types of lakes based on origin. It
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A lake is a water body surrounded by land. Because of its diverse geography, India is home to a variety of lakes from glacial to man-made lakes. Some of the lakes in India are great tourist spots. Others, on the other hand, are so high up in the mountains, it becomes a feat if you
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The Peepal tree or ficus religiosa is a fig species native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It is considered sacred in various traditions and hence also called the “sacred fig”. You will always find these trees in famous temples, monasteries, and other places of religious and cultural importance. Let’s learn some interesting facts
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