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The Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only astronomical object that is known to harbor life. Although water is present in large quantities throughout our Solar System, the Earth is the only planet that can sustain liquid surface water. About 71% of Earth’s surface is covered by ocean, which dwarfs the Earth’s polar ice, rivers, lakes, and other land features. Here’s a brief introduction to water on Earth. The Earth’s mantle is an almost-liquid layer of rock that is constantly moving and warm. The inner core […]

While we may think of love as a feeling, the complexity of its nature does not allow for an easy definition. The complex nature of love is a result of historical patterns of emotional responsiveness, which we project into the future. In fact, the concept of love can be best described as a combination of narcissism and activity. There are many ways to understand this complex emotion. Let’s consider some examples. First, let’s consider the various definitions of love. The Greeks believed that Agape love was a form of love […]

There’s no doubt that the experience of going to see a movie is the best part of going to the cinema. The state-of-the-art surround sound and 3-D glasses make it a treat, but the movie is not the sole reason people go to the movies. Regardless of the genre, the experience is still the same. A movie is a great way to spend an evening with friends, family, and co-workers. The themes in movies can also be analyzed by the decade or time period in which the movie was produced. […]

A virus is a type of infectious agent that replicates inside living cells of an organism. All forms of life, including plants, animals, and microorganisms, are infected by viruses. There are approximately 600 known types of viruses, and the majority of viruses are asymptomatic. They spread by contact and can be wiped out with proper treatment. The most common types of viruses include influenza, herpes, rabies, and hepatitis. Viruses are microscopic particles made up of genetic material encased in a protein coat. Some viruses also have an additional coat called […]

Water is a ubiquitous part of the Solar System, but the Earth is one of the few objects in the Solar System that sustains life. While large amounts of water are found on other planets, only Earth is home to liquid surface water. The ocean covers 71% of Earth’s surface and dwarfs the Earth’s polar ice, lakes, rivers, and ocean currents. It is the only planet in the Solar System that hosts liquid water on its surface. The mantle is the thick layer of rock under the crust. This layer […]

The concept of love has undergone a metamorphosis throughout history, and is now more elusive than ever. In a recent study, researchers from the University of California at Berkeley proposed that the concept of love is actually depersonalized and abstract, encompassing feelings, emotions, and attitudes, rather than a specific person or relationship. While some people think of love as being directed only towards a spouse or lover, others believe it includes a whole host of different aspects. Erotic love focuses on physical attraction and intense intimacy, usually during the early […]

The term movie is often used to describe a film. While many films express ideas, stories, and feelings, movies are usually made to entertain and earn profit. The word movie connotes low production quality and commercialization. However, it is often the more accurate term for a moving picture. Whether it is a Hollywood blockbuster or an educational documentary, it has the same general connotation. The movie industry makes a lot of money and is an industry that thrives on creativity. The term “movie” is an abridged form of the phrase […]

Viruses are submicroscopic infectious agents that reproduce exclusively inside the living cells of an organism. Viruses infect all forms of life, including plants, animals, microorganisms, archea, and bacteria. The most common types of virus infections are bacterial and viral. A virus can cause disease in any of these organisms, and may even kill a person. However, there are many types of viruses that cause illnesses. Viruses cause disease by causing inflammation of the body’s tissues. A single rhinovirus contains 500 million copies of its genes. A virus is only able […]

The Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only object known to harbor life. Large bodies of water exist throughout the Solar System, but the Earth has the largest oceans. Its oceans cover 71% of its surface and dwarf Earth’s rivers, lakes, and polar ice. In fact, the Earth’s oceans are the size of entire continents. Despite this fact, our planet still has plenty of room for life to thrive. The Earth’s structure is made up of four different layers: the crust, the mantle, and the outer […]

Love is one of the most intense human emotions. It is described as an intense feeling of affection. According to psychologist Robert Sternberg, love is a three-part concept: intimacy (the sense of attachment and connectedness with another person), passion (sex attraction) and commitment (the choice to be with another person for life). People who fall in the first round of love experience a rush of hormones and chemicals, and the process is usually quite physical. Christian circles use the Greek word “agape” to define love. Thomas Aquinas defined love as […]