The Amazon Rainforest The Amazon Rainforest is often referred to as the "lungs of the Earth," due to its vast capacity to generate oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide. 5 million square kilometers. This ...

In particular, single-day values can fluctuate markedly because of daily weather patterns, and should not be used for climate purposes. Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) phases are driven by changes in the ...

Parts of Western Australia’s far north have experienced record levels of rain as severe Tropical Cyclone Sean sweeps past the Pilbara Coast. Coastal towns from Mardie to Ningaloo, including ...