Same DNA, different human races. How do we decide where we belong, relying on a biological or a demographic basis? That is an issue in which a lot of elements come into play, hence resulting in an ambiguous definition. The…
Category: Biology
The life cycle is a sequence that is present in all organisms, dictating that ultimately, death is inevitable. This is also the case for cells, the building blocks that shape all life forms. Whilst there are numerous pathways leading to…
Frogs are amphibians popularly known for their jumping style, croaking sounds, bulging eyes and slimy skin. They live all over the world and occupy the first level of amphibians and are among the most diverse animals in the world with…
When cancer infiltrates a system of specialised cells in a multicellular organism, it creates chaos. While methods of removing cancer do exist, these methods are not always effective; in fact, sometimes these methods can cause more harm than good. Stem…
We have all heard of cancer. Cancer is a terrible tragedy and does not discriminate against its victims. The formation of cancer is a process. Like all processes, it can be reversed before a certain point. It can be prevented….
Cellular respiration. No, not breathing. Well, yes, breathing. We have the ability to breathe because we have the ability to create energy for our cells (called ATP) from glucose. This is done through two organelles in cells: the mitochondria and…
Thermal Energy Storage (TES) has been one of the most important discoveries in the 20th century. TES is strongly suited for heating and cooling appliances like Electric Heater or Air conditioner. TES is as early as civilization. In general, Thermal…
Butterflies are a species of insects that belong to multiple families. Butterflies are nearly a worldwide in their distribution. The appearance of butterflies are similar to the appearance of moths. They are covered with dusklike scales. But butterflies are beautiful…
The delicate balance of substances that is important for maintaining life is an important area of research, and the balance of nitrogen in the environment is no exception. When plants lack nitrogen, they become yellowed, with stunted growth, and produce…
Bioluminescence is a process performed by organisms to produce and emit light. It is created when luciferin, a light emitting molecule, reacts with oxygen. The process can be expedited when an organism produces luciferase. Luciferase enzymes produce energy in the form of light (BD Editors,…