Oceans: Physical, chemical and biological characteristics

Volcanoes and sea-scarps. This great variety of relief is largely due to interaction of tectonic, volcanic, erosional and depositional processes. At greater depths, the tectonic and volcanic phenomena are more significant processes. Continental Shelf: This is a gentle seaward sloping surface extending from the coasts toward s the open sea. In all, about 7.5% of … Read more

Catalyst

Catalyst Catalyst, in chemistry, any substance that increases the rate of a reaction without itself being consumed. ENZYMES are naturally occurring catalysts responsible for many essential biochemical reactions. Most solid catalysts are metals or the oxides, sulfides, and halides of metallic Elements and of the semimetallic elements boron, aluminum, and silicon. Gaseous and liquid catalysts … Read more

Issues related to National Integrity and Security

Table of contents:- Potential Areas Of Socio-political conflicts between and within Indian States, Traditional, Contemporary and Emerging Threats Internal and External Threats; Threats of Conflicts, Naxal Problems, Terrorism, Trans-border Infiltration and Insurgency Issues, Communalism, Organised crimes, Cyber issues, Drug trafficking and other such issues. [su_heading size=”21″]Potential areas of socio-political conflicts between and within Indian States,[/su_heading] … Read more

equilibriums

Chemical equilibrium Chemical equilibrium is a state in which the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal and the concentrations of the reactants and products remain constant. Equilibrium is a dynamic process i.e. the conversions of reactants to products and products to reactants are still going on, although there is no net change … Read more

chemical bonding and molecular structure

Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure The smallest particle of element is atom and the smallest particle in a compound is molecule. The force or the binding that keeps the atoms in the molecule combined during the formation of molecule is called chemical bonding. The concepts like that of Kossel-Lewis, VSEPR principle, valence bond theory, molecular … Read more

RAS(RTS) Exam Prelims Notes for Science & Technology

Science & TechnologyFor Notes Click on the topics – Basics of Everyday Science. –Space Technology including Satellites. – Defence Technology. – Nanotechnology. – Human body, Food and Nutrition, Health care. – Environmental and Ecological Changes and its Impacts. – Biotechnology and Genetic engineering. – agriculture,

REM in Toxicology

REM in Toxicology: A Comprehensive Overview Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is a crucial stage of sleep characterized by brain activity similar to wakefulness, vivid dreaming, and muscle paralysis. While REM sleep is essential for cognitive function, emotional regulation, and memory consolidation, its role in toxicology is less well-understood. However, emerging research suggests that REM … Read more

Desalinization

What is desalination? Desalination is the process of removing salt from seawater to make it drinkable. It is a vital process in many parts of the world where fresh water is scarce. Water Scarcity Context Types of Desalination Technologies Thermal Processes Membrane Processes Energy Requirements Brine Disposal and Environmental Impacts Costs and Economic Considerations Current … Read more

Yokkaichi asthma

The Yokkaichi Asthma Epidemic: A Legacy of Industrial Pollution and Public Health The Yokkaichi asthma epidemic, a tragic event that unfolded in the 1960s in the industrial city of Yokkaichi, Japan, serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of unchecked industrial pollution on human health. This episode, which saw thousands of residents suffer … Read more