The small-bodied ancient humans nicknamed “hobbits” lived on the island of Flores until they disappeared around 50,000 years ago. A new study points to a possible cause of their extinction: climate change that reduced rainfall and dried up freshwater sources
Rain on the Verge of Extinction: How Deforestation Disrupts Rainfall
Deforestation is reshaping the water cycle: thinned areas receive more rain during the wet season and less during the dry season. A recent study highlights how these changes jeopardize the survival of trees.
Recent research suggests that the Eastern Mediterranean region is likely to experience fewer rainy days in the future, accompanied by more intense rainfall during each event. What fundamental scientific principles help explain these projected changes?
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