India is aggressively positioning itself as a frontrunner in deep tech, embracing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and quantum computing. This strategic move aims to not only foster economic growth but also establish the country as a global leader in cutting-edge innovation. Pic Credit Understanding Deep … [Read more...] about India’s Ambitious Drive in Deep Tech
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Candida Auris: Emerging Concern in the US
Unveiling Candida Auris: The Silent Menace in Healthcare In the realm of healthcare, an ominous presence lurks, challenging the very fabric of medical intervention. Candida auris, a formidable and drug-resistant yeast, has emerged as a formidable adversary, wreaking havoc in hospitals and clinics worldwide. Pic Credit The Stealthy … [Read more...] about Candida Auris: Emerging Concern in the US
Human Anatomy – Fact-File
Longest bone in human body Femur (thigh bone) Smallest bone Stapes in the middle ear Hardest material in the human body Tooth enamel Strongest muscle Jaw muscle Largest external organ Skin Largest internal organ Liver Smallest gland Pituitary Largest artery Aorta Smallest blood … [Read more...] about Human Anatomy – Fact-File
Gases – Facts to Remember
Facts On Gasses Name of the Gas Percentage of oxygen in earth's atmosphere 21% (appx) Most abundant gas in earth's atmosphere Nitrogen (78%) Used in gas welding and also artificial ripening of fruits Acetylene Tear Gas Ammonia (NH3) Gas used in electric bulbs Argon Gas used in LPG Butane, Propane and … [Read more...] about Gases – Facts to Remember
Acids & Bases
Common Acid and Bases Names Formula Acids Hydrofluoric acid HF Hydrochloric acid HCl Hydrobromic acid HBr Hydroiodic Acid HI Hydrogen … [Read more...] about Acids & Bases
Cobalt-60 Facts
Cobalt-60 (60C) Cobalt-60 is the most common form of radioactive cobalt that is commercially available. It is used in the form of tracer and radioactive therapeutic agent. Cobalt-60 has a half life (the time in which a radioactive element looses 50%of its radioactivity) is 5.27 years. 60Co decays by beta decay to the stable isotope … [Read more...] about Cobalt-60 Facts