Interesting Facts about Mammals | With Examples and Pictures
Mammals are the highly evolved animals on the planet. As per evolution theory, they are originated from the reptiles like the birds. But they have some interesting facts. 1. Give birth to young ones: Mammals unlike birds, reptiles etc, do not lay eggs. They give birth to fully formed young ones. The young ones are […]
Continue readingTest for proteins | Chemical Methods of Identification in Labs
Proteins are the essential biomolecules present in the living organisms. They give structural support and rigidity to the organisms. There are many proteins like albumin, globulin, casein, gelatin, peptone etc. The tests for proteins include Coagulation test Biuret test Neumann’s test Half saturation test Aldehyde test Millon’s test Ninhydrin test Xanthohydrin test Arginine test Isoelectric […]
Continue readingHow are Atoms and Elements Related | Key concepts
Atoms are the unit parts of the chemical matter. Any material can be broken down till the level of an atom. While an element is a composition of atoms. An element is freely available in nature as many materials. Both atoms and elements are closely related. An atom is a part of the element and […]
Continue readingWhat is Hemostasis | Its Mechanism in 4 Stages
Hemostasis is a series of an overlapping process intended to stop the bleeding during an injury to the blood vessel. The process occurs approximately within 15 seconds after the injury. The platelets which are a type of blood cells play a vital role in it. This hemostasis occurs in four stages as 1. Vasoconstriction 2. […]
Continue readingImportance of Roots | 10 Uses to Plants and Man
Roots are the important parts of the plant and trees. For plants they are useful for Fixing the plant firmly to the soil, Provide water, Provide minerals and manures, Storage of food, Excretion of waste, Supports the life of other organisms. For humans Source of food Provides vital medicine and drugs, Source of fiber, Help […]
Continue readingWhat are nematodes | Their Characteristics, Examples and Uses
Nematodes are the class of animals belonging to the phyla Aschelminthes. Their cross-section is round in shape and hence called as roundworms. They have features similar to tapeworm but, have some distinct characters like Size Body systems Reproduction type Food habits Distribution Size: Nematodes can be microscopic but even large and visible to naked eye. […]
Continue readingHow does Radiation Work ? Its Role in Cancer and Sterilization.
Radiation always has damaging affects on the body. But, when used in a controlled manner, it can be used to treat diseases like cancer. The mechanism involved in treatment is the same damaging effect on the cancer cells. So, the radiation works only by damaging effects like 1. Ionization of water molecules in the cell. […]
Continue readingHow the Digestive System Works ? Step by Step Process in Order
The digestive system is the body systems which provides strength and energy to the body. It is the only route through which the foreign material (food) directly enters the body. Hence, the system is designed to make the foreign substance safe and compatible for the body to absorb. Here are the step by step process […]
Continue readingHow does Saliva Help in Digestion | 5 Important Roles
Saliva is the first secretion of the digestive system. Here are five ways on how does the saliva help in digestion. 1. Chewing the food. 2. Sense of taste 3. Enzymatic digestion of larger carbohydrates 4. Lubrication of food for easy passage 4. Moistening and cleaning the mouth 5. Defense against microbes. Saliva is secreted […]
Continue readingFun Facts about the Solar System
Our solar system is quite huge and diverse.There are many fun facts about solar system like 1. Size of planet Jupiter: Jupiter is so large planet that 1300 earths can be fit into it. But its mass is just 318 times more than earth. 2. Density of planet Saturn: The planet Saturn is the least […]
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