Neurons communicate by sending electrical signals throughout the body. The exact process is an electrochemical one and the speed in which neurons communicate is so fast that seeing someone drop out of someone's hand and trying to grab for it–a process that requires the image to get into the brain, processed and then a signal sent to your hand–takes around three quarters of a second. Anatomy of a Neuron The anatomy of a neuron is very important to understand how they communicate. There are four main parts of a neuron: Read More

A nanobot is an extremely small robot that operates on a microscopic scale. Originally spoken of in science fiction circles, there has been an increased focus on it in biological and robotics research. The term nanorobot was created by combining the terms robot and nanometer. Other common names for robots of this size include nanobots, nanomites, and nanites with sizes ranging from 0.01 to 0.1 micrometers. Currently, most nanobot research  is being done in the medical and military fields. The more the technology develops, the greater the number of potential Read More

Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) is also known as butanone. It is a colorless liquid and has a sweet, sharp odor that smells similar to butterscotch and acetone mixed together. The compound is organic, but must be produced industrially. The substance rarely occurs naturally. Methyl ethyl ketone is primarily used as a solvent in nature. How is Methyl Ethyl Ketone Produced? The primary way to produce methyl ethyl ketone in industry is to oxidize 2-butanol using a catalyst based from bronze, zinc, or copper. Another way to produce the substance is Read More

Potassium Permanganate is a crystalline compound that is dark purple in color and is used in deodorizers, dyes, disinfectants, and as an oxidizing agent. The chemical formula for potassium permanganate is KmnO4 and it is considered to be an inorganic compound. When dissolved in water, the compound makes the solution turn an intense purple color and creates a purplish-black crystal when evaporated. What Uses Does Potassium Permanganate Have? Potassium permanganate is primarily used for its oxidizing properties in industry. Since it does not generate any toxic byproducts, the compound has Read More

A quantum is the most basic physical unit that is involved in any type of interaction. For example, a quanta (plural) is the transfer of different energy particles such as photos and bosons when discussing matter. Because of the Latin of the word quantus meaning "how much," it can be concluded that when discussing quantum, it is because of the idea that there is a quantifying of the energy. In other words, a quantum allows for a physical property to be quantified. Because it can be quantified, it means that Read More

The neuron is the cell responsible for the transfer of information and electrical impulses around the body. Neurons work by transferring electrical charges from neuron to neuron to get from one point to another. All data, therefore, is transferred in this electrical fashion which is why computer science has become such an important tool in the study of Neuroscience. To better understand how neurons work, first one must understand the different parts of a neuron. The Parts of a Neuron To begin with, because the neuron is a cell, it Read More

Photosynthesis is the process that plants, some bacteria, and some animals use to convert light energy and other sources into sugar and other essential proteins that they need to survive. This article will go over how photosynthesis works and the many different aspects of this process. We will talk about photosynthetic membranes, light reactions, solar panels, and even address the types of animals that are capable of using photosynthesis. What is Photosynthesis Photosynthesis describes the process that plants use to convert light energy, water, and carbon dioxide into sugar and Read More

Modern technology has presented society with many tools and luxuries that make the lives of billions of people easier on a daily basis. One of these luxuries is the automobile. With its gasoline compression, electrical conversions, and ability to move at very fast speeds, the automobile can get its driver across the country in a matter of hours. Unfortunately, there is a limit to the automobile's capacity to maintain its electrical power. To correct this issue, scientists and manufacturers have invented the alternator. This article will explore what an alternator Read More

Sand is a sedimentary material; loose grains of worn out and disintegrated rocks. Sand is of fine granules with grains ranging between 0.06 and 2.0 mm in diameter. Sand is a naturally occurring fragmented material comprised of tiny particles of decomposed rocks, shells, or corals. So how does sand come about? As mentioned before, nature takes it course to form sand, but there are also unnatural ways to form sand. Naturally Occurring Sand The most common natural process of sand formation is called weathering. Majority of sand comes from chemical Read More

The Nuclear Time Unit (NTU) measures how much time it takes for a light ray traveling in a vacuum to travel the diameter of a hydrogen atom. In order to calculate a single NTU, divide the diameter of a hydrogen atom (approximately 1.06 x 10^-10 meters by the speed of light in a vacuum or free space (3 x 10^8 m/sec) which is 3.53 x 10 ^ -19 sec. What is the Atomic Clock? The atomic clock is known as the most accurate in the world. It uses electronic transition Read More