by Meghna Rangarajan | Dec 27, 2024 | Student Blogs
The Endocrine System – An Overview The endocrine system is a network of glands that produce and release hormones to regulate vital body functions. Pituitary Gland: The “master gland” controls growth and other glands. Thyroid Gland: Regulates metabolism and...
by Meghna Rangarajan | Dec 25, 2024 | Student Blogs
What Are Genetic Mutations? Genetic mutations are changes in the DNA sequence that can impact traits in various ways. Types of mutations: Point Mutation: A single base change (e.g., sickle cell anemia). Deletion/Insertion: Adding or removing DNA bases. Frameshift...
by Meghna Rangarajan | Dec 25, 2024 | Student Blogs
What Is Cellular Respiration? Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert food into usable energy, breaking down glucose (sugar) in the presence of oxygen to release energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate). Three Stages of Cellular...
by Meghna Rangarajan | Dec 23, 2024 | Student Blogs
What Is the Carbon Cycle? The carbon cycle describes how carbon moves through the Earth’s systems Key Steps in the Carbon Cycle: Photosynthesis: Plants take in carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the air and convert it into oxygen and sugars. Respiration: Animals release CO₂...
by Meghna Rangarajan | Dec 20, 2024 | Student Blogs
Newton’s First and Second Laws Newton’s First and Second Laws explain how objects resist changes in motion and how force affects acceleration. First Law (Law of Inertia): An object will stay at rest or move at a constant speed in a straight line unless...
by Meghna Rangarajan | Dec 20, 2024 | Student Blogs
The Science Behind Electricity Electricity is the flow of electrons (tiny particles in atoms) through a conductor like a wire.
Example: Batteries and power outlets provide electricity. Current Types: Direct Current (DC): Flows in one direction (e.g., batteries)....
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