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“The Knowledge Library”
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“The Knowledge Library”
Knowledge for All, without Barriers……….
Knowledge for All, without Barriers…
During electrolysis, anions move to the positive electrode which is referred to as the anode, and cations migrate to the negative electrode called cathode. Except for noble gases, the atoms of most elements are unstable under normal conditions. For them …
There are two methods that can be used to determine the number of zeros in a billion. Have you ever considered what number of zeros are in a billion? The number of zeros of in a billion is subject to …
The starting points of Celsius (C) and Kelvin (K) are different. What is Temperature? Temperature is the intensity of hotness or coldness of an object. Thermodynamic temperature can be defined as a measure of kinetic energy of molecules (or atoms) …
The Dilophosaurus dinosaur lived during the early Jurassic period about 193 million years ago. The Dilophosaurus dinosaur lived during the early Jurassic period about 193 million years ago. The remains of Dilophosaurus were found in the Kayenta formation in Arizona …
Water is chemically written as H2O meaning it consists of hydrogen and oxygen atoms. What is Polarity? Polarity is a term used in electricity, magnetism, and electronic signaling. In chemistry, polarity explains the formation of bonds between atoms due to …
Taurine (2-aminoethanesulfonic acid) is an organic compound discovered in bull bile in 1827. It is mainly found in different animal tissues, mostly in bile and large intestines. The term ‘taurine’ has a Latin origin from the word ‘taurus’ which means bull. …
Mileage signs along highways indicate Relative Locations. When the term “geography” is mentioned, a lot of people think of volcanoes, capital cities, oceans, mountains, and maps. However, geography consists of a lot more. It involves the earth’s physical features and …
What is Stress? Stress is a situation that triggers a particular biological response. When you perceive a threat or a major challenge, chemicals and hormones surge throughout your body. Stress triggers your fight-or-flight response in order to fight the stressor or …
Understanding Healthy Sleep In today’s fast-paced world, a good night’s sleep has become something of an indulgence. It’s fallen down our list of priorities behind work, chores, social time, and entertainment. However, sleep shouldn’t be a luxury. It’s as important to your …
In an “ideal” world, you’d have the luxury of going to bed early and then waking up early, all rested for a productive day ahead. But some commitments, like job duties or child care, can make it difficult to adhere …
Skin disorders vary greatly in symptoms and severity. They can be temporary or permanent, and may be painless or painful. Some have situational causes, while others may be genetic. Some skin conditions are minor, and others can be life-threatening. While …
What is Acute Sinusitis? A stuffed nose and pressure on our cheekbones, near the eyes, or over the forehead may mean that you have acute sinusitis. Acute sinusitis, also called acute rhinosinusitis, is a short-term inflammation of the membranes that …
The sinuses are small air pockets located in between the eyes and behind the forehead, nose, and cheekbones. When the sinuses and nasal passages become inflamed, it’s known as sinusitis. Inflammation can occur because of conditions such as structural issues …
Overview The shoulder has a wide and versatile range of motion. When something goes wrong with your shoulder, it hampers your ability to move freely and can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort. The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint that …
What is Shingles? Shingles is an infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which is the same virus that causes chickenpox. Even after the chickenpox infection is over, the virus remains dormant in your nervous system for years before reactivating as …
What’s Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that can cause joint pain, inflammation, and damage throughout your body. The joint damage that RA causes usually happens on both sides of the body. So, if a joint is affected in …
What is Psychotherapy? Psychotherapy is sometimes called talk therapy because it’s based on conversations you have with a trained psychotherapist, psychiatrist, therapist, or counselor. In a confidential setting, you and your therapist discuss parts of your life that you’d like …
What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes the rapid buildup of your skin cells. This buildup of cells causes scaling on your skin’s surface. Inflammation and redness around the scales are fairly common. Typical psoriatic scales are whitish-silver …