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A poison is a chemical substance that can cause injury, organ failure and death. Poisons work at the molecular level to disrupt internal systems of the body. It is interesting to note that nature has been producing its poisons long before mankind even set foot on the planet. While manmade poisons such as nerve agents are the deadliest, poisons created …

Guns have a long history, dating back to several centuries. The making of guns and cannons was subsequent to the invention of explosive black powder (aka gun powder) in China in 9th century. These firearms changed the rules of the game and provided an upper hand to nations and armies that had it. Guns played a key role in building …

Human population is spread far and wide, totaling around 7.8 billion as of 2020. If you look at the map, you will notice that even the most remote parts of the world including far away islands have human population. We can also see bustling cities and tourist hubs, where humans can often be found jostling for space. There’s a certain …

Toys have fascinated us since our childhood days and for some of us, our love for toys refuses to cease even as adults. It’s not surprising then to know that the global toy industry was worth more than $90 billion in 2019. It is expected to reach $120 billion by end of 2023. Over the years, several new toys were …

How we perceive certain smells is no doubt a subjective matter. For example, some people may like the smell of garlic in their food whereas others may be repulsed by it. Conditioning also comes into play, for example, sanitation workers have lesser inclination to be repulsed by bad smelling garbage. Evolutionary factors may also be involved, for example, lab grown …

A chemical compound comprising ammonium and nitrate ions, ammonium nitrate is widely used across the globe as a high-nitrogen fertilizer. Another common use of ammonium nitrate is in developing explosive mixtures, which is used for quarrying, mining and civil construction purposes. While its role as a potent fertilizer is unquestionable, it has nonetheless emerged as a controversial chemical compound over …

Vaccines are our first line of defense against disease causing pathogens. Vaccines are usually administered to young children, even though there are several vaccines that are given to adults as well. Vaccines work by stimulating our immune system and train them to fight a specific type of infection. To better understand how they work, let’s take a look at some …

Most people and therapists agree that sex is most satisfying when done in a slow, leisurely and playful manner with adequate time spent on foreplay. However, in the context of our fast-paced lifestyles, following that approach may not always be possible. That’s one reason why quickies have become a reality of our times. It’s like a seven-course banquet versus a …

Well, this is a topic that can spark endless discussions with plenty of supporters on both sides. Obviously, such questions are difficult to answer and even the answers may not come with a guarantee. There are pros and cons of both love and arranged marriage and eventually you will have to decide things that you value most. If you are …

While humanity has successfully achieved escape velocity (~ 11 km / 7 miles per second) with the help of technology, we can see that nature’s own speed records are quite impressive as well. And the great thing about nature’s speed records is that there are no roaring or fuel guzzling engines. Nature’s fastest animals rely on pure muscle and bone …