Every second of every day, chemical reactions occur around us. Whether they occur naturally or artificially is beside the point. Every time our body takes in air, chemical reactions occur. Every second a mining plant operates, chemical reactions occur. The thing is, these chemical reactions are so small, that they go by relatively unnoticed. Below … Read more
Cell junctions are found in multi-cellular bodies like trees, dogs, fish and other forms of complex biological life forms. Cell junctions primarily act as communicators between cells. This communication happens through proteins known as communicating junction. Cell junctions also act as a barrier against stress to the cell itself. In this article, we define five … Read more
Divorce is a messy subject in the best of times. Not only are they hotbeds of emotion, they can be incredibly expensive. However, there are actually a number of options available that may be less destructive than you’d expect. This is partially because the media lumps divorce into”fault” and “no-fault” categories with an emphasis on … Read more
Ferns are an attractive plant that loves shade and is very popular in both gardens and homes. However, there are quite a few varieties out there. The following are some of the species you’ll run into when shopping for plants to add to your own collection. Types of Ferns 1. African Water Fern A popular … Read more
It wasn’t that long ago that writing checks was how you paid for just about everything. But as the shift from “avoid using credit cards to protect your credit score” to “you MUST use credit cards to protect your credit score”, this form of payment has fallen into the sidelines. Thus it might come as … Read more
Depreciation is a word used for tax and accounting functions that describes the method a company uses to account for the declining value of its assets. It is a methodical allocation the cost of a fixed asset more than its valuable life. It is a means of matching the cost of a fixed asset with … Read more
Candles are one of the oldest forms of illumination. Contrary to popular belief, castles and similar medieval structures were lit primarily using candles, not by torches as Hollywood so often depicts. In fact, candles have been such a central source of light throughout human history that there are a wide range of functions, materials, and … Read more
One of the most important yet underappreciated branches of life science, ecology has seven levels of complexity, beginning with microbial organisms and stretching up to entire planet ecologies. The results of ecological research crop up in almost every scientific field that deals with life, from microbiology to terraforming other planets. Getting to know these seven … Read more
One of the most common garments out there also happens to be one of the most mysterious. Commonly considered a product designed primarily for breast support, they’re rarely pictured as being used by women with small cup sizes. But did you know bras are actually used by women with flat chests to back breakers and … Read more
Flooding isn’t just an occasional threat; for some parts of the world, it’s a way of life. There are quite a few different kinds of flood, but they can be categorized into five basic types. Knowing the difference between the different types of floods means you’ll know the cause and severity automatically. Types of Floods … Read more