The term rhizology was suggested by Vysockij in 1905 and since then it has been used by several workers. The Rhizology is the study of the root systems of plants in their natural environments. This branch occupies a significant position in ecological studies due to special relationship between the root and the soil. Terrestrial plants live in two distinct environments [...]
With the explosion in population an attempt should be made to explore little known plant resources for food, shelter and clothing's etc. In the arid zone of Rajasthan, Puri (1966) have indicated 700 species whereas Bhandari (1978) could collect nearly 682 species from W. Rajasthan. Amongst them very few are known for their economic values. In this context some of [...]
To Establish the Sand Drift: Most dunes are born of small accumulation of sand or debris. Blocked by this insignificant obstruction, the ocean winds that cross the beach lose much of their force and drop any sand they have picked up. A little mound forms, enlarges into a hillock and eventually into a dune. Some dunes grow to a height [...]