Oliguria and anuria are signs that kidney function is declining or not up to the mark. Oliguria and anuria are signs that kidney function is declining or not up to the mark. Oliguria: Oliguria or hypouresis means not enough urine is produced by the kidneys. It is also called a low output of urine. It …

Hydrochloric acid is an aqueous (water-based) solution of the gas, hydrogen chloride. Hydrochloric acid is an aqueous (water-based) solution of the gas, hydrogen chloride. It is a strong corrosive and has several applications. Household cleaners Due to its corrosive nature, hydrochloric acid or HCL is useful in cleaning tough stains. Hence, it is found in most household cleaners, such as: …

Ceramics are widely used in dentistry for making crowns, braces, and veneers. Ceramics are widely used in dentistry for making crowns, braces, and veneers. A special type of ceramic, known as porcelain, is specially used for dental procedures. The biocompatibility, aesthetic feel, insolubility, and hardness of ceramics make them suitable for making dental fittings. What are ceramic braces? Ceramic braces …

Dunning-Kruger effect is a type of psychological bias. The Dunning-Kruger effect is a type of psychological bias. A classic example of the Dunning-Kruger effect would be an amateur chess player overestimates their performance in the upcoming chess tournament compared to their competent counterparts. A few other examples of the Dunning-Kruger effect include: Students Example 1: Medical students headed for bad …

Normal resting heart rate (RHR) values can range from anywhere between 60-100 beats per minute (bpm). Normal resting heart rate (RHR) values can range from anywhere between 60-100 beats per minute (bpm). As cardiovascular fitness increases, the resting heart rate value decreases. Resting heart rate is the number of beats per minute the heart takes while a person is fully …

Horseflies, also called the green-headed monsters, are small flying insects. Horseflies, also called the green-headed monsters, are small flying insects. Female horseflies feed on blood to reproduce. Like mosquitoes, female horse flies require a protein meal to produce eggs. Like mosquitoes, horseflies have distinct mouthparts to feed on blood. The mouthparts of horse flies include: Scissor-shaped jaw to tear the …

Shea butter is fat extracted from the nuts of the shea tree. Shea butter is fat extracted from the nuts of the shea tree. It has been used cosmetically for centuries because it is great at softening skin. Shea butter has a high concentration of vitamins and fatty acids. Naturally rich in skin-optimizing vitamins, A, E, and F, it is …

Radiation is a type of energy. Radiation is a type of energy. Frequent exposure to even small amounts of radiation could result in the onset of some of the symptoms of radiation sickness. These symptoms may include: Headache Loss of appetite Vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea Rapid heartbeat Radiation burns Over time, there could be long-term effects of radiation exposure that …

Gender fluid people are individuals whose gender varies over time. Gender fluid people are individuals whose gender varies over time. A gender-fluid person may at any time identify as male, female, agender, other nonbinary identities, or some combination of identities. They may feel more like one gender on some days and another gender on other days. Gender fluid has more …

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is highly effective psychotherapy. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is highly effective psychotherapy. It involves various steps that help you overcome or deal with your negative thoughts. It is a common form of therapy used for treating various mental health conditions, especially depression. It typically includes these steps: Identifying the most difficult situations in your life. These are the …