Biology
Chromosome Theory and the Discovery of the Gene
Read about how the chromosome theory was formulated, and how it led to the discovery of the gene. […]
Biology
Biology
Carbon 14 Dating: Complications and Mitigations
Carbon 14, a radioactive isotope of carbon, is used to measure the age of an ancient fossil. Since the depleting carbon 14 content is present in all the living things, it can be reliably used to measure the age of a fossil. […]
Biology
Using Carbon 14 Dating
Carbon 14, a radioactive isotope of carbon, is used to measure the age of an ancient fossil. Carbon 14 works on the basis of carbon 14 depletion ratio to other carbon isotopes, which starts only after the death of the organic matter. […]
Biology
The Discovery of Carbon 14 Dating
The process of Carbon 14 dating was discovered by American chemist Willard Libby, a professor at the University of Chicago. […]
Biology
Darwin’s Theory and the Sweeping Changes
The third concept of Darwin’s theory states that in order to have children you must be alive. […]
Biology
Aristotle’s Reality: How Was It Different From His Teacher’s Theory?
According to Aristotle, all material things were flawed depictions of those ideal unchanging forms which were taken out from the beautiful world of forms and were filled into the living things. […]
Biology
Common Misconceptions and Facts About the Dangers of Radiation
There are many misconceptions about radiation and its ill effects. Is it really as dangerous as we think it is? […]
Biology
The Study of Genetics: The Story of Crossbreeding Plants
The subject of genetics is huge, it studies the evolution of humans through parental traits and their relation with various species. Does the study also help in knowing how crossbreeding can result in a variety of different plants? […]
Biology
Genetically Modified Organisms: Benefits and Concerns
Genetically modified organisms are useful for farmers as plants can be modified to keep insects away and increase the yield. Being so beneficial for foods, why are most people concerned about GMOs used in animals and plants? […]
Biology
Dominant and Recessive Genes: The Secret of Light Eyes
There are some dominant genes which can pass on to one’s offspring. Also, the human trait of eye color has a single gene governing it. Which color eyes are dominant and which recessive? […]