Difenoconazole, a common fungicide in farming, often ends up in rivers and streams. This can be bad news for fish. A recent study took a close look at how this chemical affects a type of fish called Pethia conchonius, found in the Teesta River. The study found that even small amounts of difenoconazole can harm fish. The researchers tested different amounts of the fu...

Fluorite, a mineral often used in various industries, has a sneaky way of affecting the environment. When it breaks down, it releases fluoride, which can seep into the soil and water. This process was studied over 30 days in both natural and lab-made conditions. Scientists used fancy tools like atomic force microscopy and X-ray diffraction to figure out what was happ...

Ever heard of a fungus that can both harm and help plants? Well, meet Bipolaris sorokiniana! This fungus produces special chemicals called sesquiterpenoids, which have unique effects on plants. Scientists found these chemicals by using a clever method called molecular networking. They discovered nine different types of these chemicals, with each one having a unique s...