What is literacy rate? – The Hindu

[ad_1] If we go by the proper definition, literacy simply means “the ability to read and write.” That’s all it takes to be considered literate. This brings us to another important term—literacy rate. By definition: Literacy rate is the percentage of people in a country who can read and write. It helps us understand how…

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The men who first split the atom

[ad_1] Did you know that the word “atom” originates from the Greek word “atomos”? The Greek word means uncuttable or indivisible and the choice of the word comes more from philosophical concepts than from scientific studies. Atoms, as you might well have studied in school, comprise subatomic particles. The first nuclear transmutation of one…

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Understanding anxiety disorder – The Hindu

[ad_1] Rising heartbeat, breathlessness, shaking, and sweaty palms—many of you might have experienced these when a teacher asks you a random question or when you are on stage for public speaking. While it could be occasional fear or anxiousness, if it goes beyond certain situations and starts interfering with your daily life, relationships, and wellbeing,…

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Arduino, the man behind modern stratigraphy

[ad_1] A 19th Century medallion of Giovanni Arduino. As there are no contemporary portrait of Arduino, this medallion that was made sometime before 1850 for the Venetian Pantheon in Campo Santo Stefano, Venice serves as the best option for his likeness. | Photo Credit: Istituto Veneto di Scienze, Lettere ed Arti / Wikimedia Commons What…

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World Water Day | Running out of water and understanding the scarcity’s aftermath

[ad_1] Water scarcity is not a new issue haunting the world; nevertheless, it is still seen as a challenge that affects billions every year. The increasing water demand, coupled with climate change and mismanagement, has made water a scarce commodity, especially in developing countries like India. Scarcity essentially occurs when there is limited availability of…

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