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The human body is full of interesting facts, given that it is a complex clockwork system that seeks to work perfectly so that we can carry out and fulfill all of our daily activities without problems or setbacks. For example did you know that when a human is born the head makes up a quarter of the body?...
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One of the most important parts in a child's general education is to explain how the world was created, the place where we live and its origin. Children may want to know about the Big Bang Theory, the scientific theory which explains how life on Earth came into being. It may be a shocking fact for children...
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Good friends are not easy to find. Many people say that good friends are the family we choose. Friendship is a very important part of every human being, and this is because with friends we can experience all the good and bad parts of life. A great friendship is forever and surrounding yourself with...
People have been trying to figure out the meaning of life for thousands of years. Philosophy is the study of this meaning, the nature of reality, existence, values, reason, mind and language. Philosophy has five main branches of study that can be divided. If you don't know what these are, read this OneHowTo...
The vagina is the muscular tube leading from the external genitals to the cervix of the uterus in women. However, in this part of the female body, there are many different areas which should be understood to better understand human nature. In this OneHowTo article we will explain the female sexual anatomy...
The violin and the viola are two instruments from the same family. Both are string instruments that have a similar size and appearance. For this resemblance, their differentiation can be a little complicated if you are not used with the special features of each of them. If you're curious and want to...
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It can be difficult for those that aren't well versed in music to understand the main differences between a band and an orchestra. Both play music, are led by a director and perform in concerts. However, the differences between a band and an orchestra have nothing to do with these things. Find out what...
All living things are made up of biological cells that perform different functions as a part of the complete organism. However, when you compare and contrast plant cells with animal cells there are some major differences which are important to know and understand.
To help you understand the basic differences...
If you have had 'bad luck' and got a poor grade on a test do not worry, this article will explain how you can explain this to your parents and avoid them taking it badly. Lower grades are not that bad if you know how to show your parents that you will work harder to achieve better grades in the future....
The circulatory system is made up of the heart and the connected tubes that carry blood around the body. These tubes are called veins and arteries, but do you know what the differences between these two types of blood vessel are? It is a very common source of confusion, which is why we at OneHowTo have provided...
Doing decimal divisions without a calculator may seem difficult, but there is an easy method which we are going to show you. The trick is simply to remove the decimal point in the division and then replace the decimal point when you get to the answer.
Although it may seem very complicated at first glance,...
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An improper fraction has a top number (or numerator) which is larger than the bottom number (or denominator). Fractions typically represent parts of a whole, but improper fractions represent an amount greater than the whole. This can be misleading and needs further explanation. In this OneHowTo article...
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A cube is a congruent solid with six square faces, all with equal length dimensions. The volume of a cube is measured in cubic units. Think of the dice, or any other similar object, of any size. The volume refers to the amount of space occupied and if you know the dimensions of one side of the cube,...
On the night of November 5th, every year in the UK and some commonwealth countries you will hear the sound of fireworks and the air will be filled with smoke from bonfires for a celebration called Guy Fawkes Night or Bonfire night. So who is Guy Fawkes and how did he die? He made quite the name for...
Water is essential to life and is as vital as the air we breathe. It is therefore a major cause for concern that rivers, seas, lakes and groundwater are becoming increasingly contaminated. If you want to find out more about how water pollution affects the environment we live in, keep on reading this OneHowTo...
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Adolescence is a time of change and confusion. Hormones are flying around and making youths rebellious and lacking concentration. Many young people also lose interest in classes and lessons; they daydream and the learning material becomes the most boring thing in the world. At OneHowTo we want to give...
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An oval is a geometric shape that looks like an elongated circle. Another name for an oval is an 'ellipse'. You might be asked to recognize an oval shape in primary school, secondary school and at university. The area of an oval is the amount of space contained within it. You can calculate the area...
To speak in public, you need preparation and understand how important it is. These five keys to communication will serve you well whenever you are transmitting a message, no matter if it's to a friend, a group of friends or to a large crowd of people. Do not miss this oneHOWTO article to discover 5 characteristics...
In this article from OneHowTo.com, we are going to explain where active volcanoes are located in the World . At present, plate tectonics explain the origin of the various geological phenomena taking place in the world, including volcanoes.
Monarchy has been in existence since historical times and some countries still follow the custom of King, Queens, Prince and Princesses. A Princess is the daughter of a King and Queen. A Princess may or may not be an heir apparent to the throne, may be married or unmarried. This regal rank is conferred through...
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The term 'suspended indefinitely' can be applied to many contexts. Maybe the most common is in sports, but it can also be applied to other life situations. What are the consequences of being suspended indefinitely? If you want to know the definition of this term, here at OneHowTo we explain what suspended...
‘Too’ and ‘To’ are homonymous words, which means that they sound similar, but have an entirely different meaning. ‘To’ is a preposition, while ‘too’ is an adverb, but some people may confuse one word for the other. We have already told you when you use the word whom instead of who. Here at OneHowTo.com,...
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For some people, knuckling down to study is an arduous task, perhaps because it requires full concentration, sitting for a long period of time or simply because studying bores them. However, there are some key pointers to get you face to face with your books and notes in no time without you feeling so...
English students sometimes have difficulty understanding the difference between words few and little. Both adjectives have the same meaning, little or few. But they are used in different circumstances that we show below. If your goal is to learn to master English perfectly, knowing the use of each of...
Whether Indian or not, who in the world has not heard the name of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, better renowned as Mahatma Gandhi. With his thoughts of peace and non-violence, he brought revolution in India’s fight for freedom against the British. With that mission, he performed many marches and hunger strikes,...
UGC is the abbreviated form of University Grant Commission. It is a statutory body in India and was set up in 1956 by the Indian Union Government. Professor Ved Prakash is the incumbent Chairman of UGC, India. Headquarter of UGC is located at Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg in New Delhi. Also two additional bureaus...
Around the year 1891 a scientist named Nikola Tesla invented an electrical resonant transformer circuit called Tesla coil. The main thought that triggered the invention of Tesla coil was that Nikola Tesla didn’t like the world becoming a web of wires to deliver power to every corner. So, he started...
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We often speak of weather or climate similarly, using both concepts interchangeably, although meteorologically that is not exactly right. And that's because these terms that are taken to be similar actually have different meanings and applications. If you need to explain the difference between weather...
Electricity has become an inevitable part of our life. Our everyday life is completely dependent on electricity. From the coffee machine to the creation of satellites and rockets; everything needs electricity in one way or the other. There are lots of traditional ways through which electricity is being...
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You must be dealing with a lot of ‘whys’ from your child, and your little scientist might be wondering about how a rainbow just appears in the sky. Explaining the scientific formation of a rainbow to your child is a little difficult, as he may not be able to understand it easily. A rainbow primarily centers...
“How can I improve my English?” This question haunts the mind of every person whose second language is English. Even in countries whose first language is English, people face this dilemma. It is because in a world dominated by the English language just knowing English is not enough. People need to be...
To learn about different cloud types and characteristics, you must pay attention to shape, size, color and cloud formation to identify which type of cloud it is. The formation of different types of clouds depends on the speed of the ascending air current. Cloud formation can be classified as low, medium,...
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The moon revolves around the Earth presenting different visual aspects according to its position relative to the sun. This interaction between the movements of the sun, the moon and the earth give rise to the moon cycle. In a year the moon will complete thirteen cycles, each having a duration of 29 days....
We all use different figures of speech in our day to day lives, often without knowing the proper term for them. While this is fine if we get the essential meaning, when reading poetry and prose, understanding figurative language can help break down complex themes and intimations. These literary devices...
Have you ever been asked the names of the bones in the arms and have been unable to respond? It is normal to forget some of the bones. The arm skeleton consists of three parts: the arm, the forearm and the hand. And the arm consists of the ulna, radius, and humerus. At OneHowTo we provide a list of the...
Writing the hours in English is one of the first lessons non English speakers must learn when getting started with numbers in English. But it is also one of the first things non-native speakers forget. To write the time correctly, we just need to remember that during the first half hour we use 'past'...
The salivary glands, in various biological species, are exocrine glands in the upper digestive system that produce and discharge saliva into the oral cavity. Saliva is a colourless liquid that is aqueous or mucous like and contains proteins, glycoproteins, carbohydrates and electrolytes, desquamated...
Throughout history, art has been intrinsically linked to human life, serving as a mean of expression and as a universal language in which beauty and aesthetics prevail. It was in Ancient Greece where the division emerged between the high arts, created to be appreciated with the eyes and ears, and lesser...
The body extremities are external articulated organs which carry out different locomotoive functions. Humans have four extremities, also known as limbs. On the upper side there are the arms and the lower extremities are the two legs. In the following article on what are the extremities of the human body...
Officially termed as the Republic of India, the country we associate with ancient wisdom and an abundant culture is actually relatively young. However, the previous empires and kingdoms which were present in what is now known simply as India had a significant impact on the diverse regions within. Spread...
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Figures of speech are formed by a set of words that come together causing alterations in the traditional syntax so to emphasise, exalt feelings or provoke an idea. There are a wide range of figures of speech but here we want to show the essential ones used in English poerty. In OneHowTo.com we underline...
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Although from a young age we are faced with the task of writing things up on a daily basis when we reach adult life only a few people manage to do this effectively, in a manner appealing to the reader and free of errors. If you want to improve your writing skills in the English language, at oneHOWTO...
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Skin is the largest and heaviest organ in the human body. It can also reveal diseases or dysfunctions of other organs. This means it can be the warning sign of some diseases or dysfunctions. Not all body skin has the same thickness. For example, in the palms of the hands and feet it is thicker than...
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Analyzing a text means interpreting the information that is written in that text, breaking it down to gather all the information and learn the meaning behind what it's written in the text. When you're analyzing a text you're examining how the author presents his or her arguments within the text and whether...
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A description is no more than explaining in words, in a detailed and organised way, what we have seen or experienced, whether events, landscapes, artwork and even people. The aim is that the person who hears or reads our explanation will imagine what we are describing exactly as it was.
When describing people,...
Continents are large extensions of land separated by oceans and made up of different countries, which are often viewed in terms of geography, ethnicity and culture as an entire block. Knowing what continents are is an important part of general knowledge and helps you understand a little how our planet...
Clothing sticking to your body, hair frizzing for no reason... these are just some of the symptoms of static electricity that our bodies are subject to because of appliances or other devices.
The real reason behind why our body gets static electricity is that the human body is created out of atoms,...
Conducting a textual analysis or literary commentary is not a simple matter. This type of essay should be an interpretation of a literary passage, and not simply a retelling of it. It requires prior knowledge and application of a series of specific steps with regard to the context, author, structure and form....
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An essay is a type of text that analyses, evaluates and interprets a particular topic, either for academic purposes, or for personal interest. It's a literary genre, so it can include poetry, fiction or drama. Furthermore, essays usually consist of a specific structure. If you're interested in this topic,...
The names Great Britain, the United Kingdom and England are often used interchangeably in some countries to refer to the group of countries consisting of the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland and England. But not only this is an error, it also causes further confusion, since each...
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