• THE SCIENCE BEHIND EXOCRINE GLANDS
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    THE SCIENCE BEHIND EXOCRINE GLANDS

    Definition of Glands Glands are specialized organs that produce and secrete substances that are important for various bodily functions. These substances can be hormones, enzymes, or other types of molecules that help regulate various physiological processes. Glands are found throughout…

  • THE SCIENCE BEHIND SKELETAL MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    THE SCIENCE BEHIND SKELETAL MUSCLE DEVELOPMENT

    The development of skeletal muscle is a complex and highly regulated process that occurs during embryonic development. It involves the differentiation and fusion of myoblasts, which are the precursor cells of skeletal muscle fibers. This process is tightly controlled by various…

  • THE SCIENCE OF GROWTH FACTORS AND CYTOKINES
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    THE SCIENCE OF GROWTH FACTORS AND CYTOKINES

    Growth factors and cytokines are both types of signaling molecules that play crucial roles in regulating various cellular processes in the body. They are involved in cell growth, differentiation, proliferation, and survival, as well as immune responses and tissue repair.…

  • THE SCIENCE BEHIND PATHOLOGIC CALCIFICATION
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    THE SCIENCE BEHIND PATHOLOGIC CALCIFICATION

    Pathologic calcification, also known as metastatic calcification or dystrophic calcification, is a condition where calcium deposits form in abnormal locations within the body, leading to the development of calcified tissue. This condition can occur in various diseases and disorders, including…

  • THE SCIENCE BEHIND PURINE METABOLISM
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    THE SCIENCE BEHIND PURINE METABOLISM

    Purine Synthesis Biochemical Steps Purine synthesis is a biochemical pathway responsible for the de novo synthesis of purine nucleotides, which are essential components of DNA, RNA, and ATP. The pathway involves a series of enzymatic reactions that convert simpler molecules…

  • THE SCIENCE BEHIND HEART DEVELOPMENT
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    THE SCIENCE BEHIND HEART DEVELOPMENT

    Introduction The human heart is a vital organ that is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body. It is located in the chest, slightly to the left of the sternum (breastbone) and is approximately the size of a fist. The…

  • THE SCIENCE BEHIND BLOOD CULTURE TECHNIQUES
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    THE SCIENCE BEHIND BLOOD CULTURE TECHNIQUES

    Introduction Blood culture is a laboratory test used to detect the presence of microorganisms in a person’s blood. It is a critical diagnostic tool for diagnosing bloodstream infections or sepsis, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. There are…

  • THE SCIENCE OF CHROMOSOMES
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    THE SCIENCE OF CHROMOSOMES

    Introduction Chromosomes are long, coiled-up molecules of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) that contain an organism’s genetic information. They are found in the nucleus of every cell in the body of eukaryotic organisms, including humans. Chromosomes are responsible for transmitting genetic information…

  • UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE OF OXYGEN TRANSPORT
    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

    UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE OF OXYGEN TRANSPORT

    Introduction Oxygen transport refers to the process by which oxygen is transported from the lungs, where it is absorbed into the bloodstream, to the body’s tissues, where it is used for cellular respiration. This process involves several steps and components,…

  • PROCESSING OF RUBBER AND PLASTICS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    PROCESSING OF RUBBER AND PLASTICS

    A) Plastic Plastics are manufactured through the combination of several different compounds obtained chiefly from cellulose, coal and petroleum. There are numerous techniques or methods for producing plastic objects. Some of these are Blow moulding, Injection moulding, Rotational moulding, Thermoset…

  • PROCESSING OF CERAMICS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    PROCESSING OF CERAMICS

    A) Methods of Making Clay In order to process ceramics, mud, or clay is obtained and cleared of all plant material, stones, paper, metal scraps, wooden pieces and other impurities. Afterwards, it is mixed with water and thoroughly pounded until…

  • PROCESSING OF METALS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    PROCESSING OF METALS

    Many metals do not naturally exist in a free state in the ground. They occur in association with other substances collectively referred to as impurities. The combination of these impurities and the metal is referred to as the ore. It…

  • COMMON TIMBER DEFECTS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    COMMON TIMBER DEFECTS

    A defect is anything present in wood, which results in the lowering of its quality or value. A defect can be caused by the action of man, insects, and fungi or may naturally occur in the growing tree. Some defects…

  • TIMBER GROWTH AND FELLING
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    TIMBER GROWTH AND FELLING

    Wood is obtained from trees. When it has not been processed for use, it is typically referred to as timber. Trees are renewable materials, although they grow very slowly, some good quality hardwoods require 50 or more years to mature.…

  • WOOD PRESERVATION
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    WOOD PRESERVATION

    Because the sapwood of trees contain water, food, salts, air and warmth, wood is often attacked by fungi, termites, insects and other pestiferous organisms. Since woods usually contain varying amounts of these substances, the rate of attack differs with wood…

  • BASIC ELECTRONIC DEVICES
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    BASIC ELECTRONIC DEVICES

    Electronics is concerned with the theory design, and application of devices to control streams of electrons moving through solids, liquids, gases, and spaces, which are free of air (vacuums). Electronics is a very wide field. It is a specialized branch…

  • SIMPLE METAL WORK PROJECTS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    SIMPLE METAL WORK PROJECTS

    Metal Finishing  Metal finishing refers to any of the techniques used to create a decorative or protective surface on a metallic surface. Metals differ in their degree of luster. They range from very dull to very bright. Finishing is used…

  • CONCEPT OF TECHNOLOGY
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    CONCEPT OF TECHNOLOGY

    The word technology refers to ways of making or doing things. It includes all the methods through which people use their inventions and discoveries to satisfy their needs and wants. Over a very long period of time, people all over…

  • INTRODUCTION TO METALWORK MACHINES
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    INTRODUCTION TO METALWORK MACHINES

    Introduction Metalwork is the process of working with metals to create individual parts, assemblies or large-scale structures.   Types and Functions of Metalwork Machines There are different types of metalwork machine, which include a wide variety of equipment used to…

  • HYDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC MACHINES
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    HYDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC MACHINES

    Introduction In many industries, there are three main methods for power transmission from one point to another. They are electrical transmission, which is through wire and transformers; mechanical transmission, which is through shafts, gears, belts, chains etc.; and the last…

  • GEARS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    GEARS

    Introduction A gear is a toothed machine part, such as a wheel or cylinder, that meshes with another toothed part to transmit motion or to change speed or direction or it can be a complete assembly that performs a specific…

  • FIRST AID
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    FIRST AID

    Introduction When working or playing in any environment, accidents or injuries usually occur, hence, the need for first aid treatment.   First Aid: Meaning and Materials First aid is the immediate and temporary care given to a victim of an…

  • NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

    Introduction Diseases distrupt the normal functioning of the body. They are manifested by a characteristic set of signs and symptoms. Diseases can be prevented by early detection, treatment, monitoring and management.   Meaning of Non-communicable Diseases Non-communicable diseases also known…

  • WOODWORK MACHINES
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    WOODWORK MACHINES

    All machines are tools that help people to make things or make work easy. A woodwork machine is a machine that is used to process wood. Woodworking is an art or process of making items from wood. There are two…

  • BELT AND CHAIN DRIVES
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    BELT AND CHAIN DRIVES

    A belt drive system is a method of transferring rotary motion between two shafts. A belt drive includes one pulley on each shaft and one or more continuous belts over the two pulleys. The motion of the driving pulley is…

  • RESCUE OPERATIONS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    RESCUE OPERATIONS

    People are often involved in dangerous or harmful situations. They therefore, need to be saved or rescued from such situations to prevent loss of lives and property.   Meaning of Rescue Operations Rescue operations are responsive operations usually involving the…

  • THERMAL ENERGY
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    THERMAL ENERGY

    Introduction Thermal energy simply means heat energy. The sun is the largest source of thermal energy to the Earth. Virtually all life on the earth rely on the sun’s energy, which reaches us in a vast spectrum of wavelengths –…

  • KINETIC ENERGY ASSUMPTIONS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    KINETIC ENERGY ASSUMPTIONS

    The question about what things are made of started as far back as the 5th century B.C. when a Greek Philosopher, Democritus, first expressed his opinion that matter is made up of indivisible tiny particles which he called atoms. Scientists…

  • SOLDERING AND BRAZING
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    SOLDERING AND BRAZING

    Meaning of Soldering and Brazing Soldering is a method of joining two metals surfaces by melting an alloy between them. It is a process in which two or more metal items are joined together by melting and flowing a filler…

  • CERAMICS, PLASTIC AND RUBBER
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    CERAMICS, PLASTIC AND RUBBER

    Ceramics Earthen material exists in many forms such as sand, clay, mud, stone, rocks, and so forth. These various forms of soil can be used as material for making different objects. Such objects are collectively referred to as ceramics. In…

  • METALS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    METALS

    Identification of Metals There is a wide variety of metals. In fact about three-quarters of chemical elements are metals. Each metal has its own set of characteristics. Because of this wide variability, metals have been much used in technology. As…

  • PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS
    BASIC SCIENCE,  BASIC TECHNOLOGY

    PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS

    A material is a substance from which objects such as tools, machines, furniture, home appliances and other equipment are made. Materials may be broadly categorized into two groups namely metals and non-metals. Metals may further be divided into two classes,…

  • BASIC CONCEPTS OF ECONOMICS
    ECONOMICS

    BASIC CONCEPTS OF ECONOMICS

    The subject Economics has no specific definition. It has been defined in many ways by various economists as a social science which studies human beings and their behaviour. Some of the definitions given by some of the experts in the…

  • BIOLOGY AS AN INQUIRY IN SCIENCE
    BIOLOGY

    BIOLOGY AS AN INQUIRY IN SCIENCE

    Definition of Science and Biology Science is defined as a systematic process of making enquiry about the living and non-living things in our environment. Human beings have always been so curious to know more about the existence of things around…