How was the metric system developed?

How was the metric system developed?

Introduction The International System of Units (SI), usually referred to as the metric system, is a contemporary unit of measurement that is widely used today. For measuring length, mass, volume, temperature, and other physical quantities, it offers a set of standard units. For example, how to visualize cubic feet (and meters). The … Read more

History of the Power Plant

History of the Power Plant

A power plant is a facility that is used to produce electric power. It functions with the help of one or more generators that are responsible for converting different energy sources into electric power. It is a place where energy conversions take place. Power plants are generally located in sub-urban regions that … Read more

Three Times That a Simple Chemical Reaction Changed History

Three Times That a Simple Chemical Reaction Changed History

Science tends to be full of strange coincidences, curious little happenstances that may seem simple at a glance, yet are remarkably profound once you really take the time to consider them. While most of us only tend to hear about these breakthroughs after they’ve made their rounds in academia and are published … Read more

When Were Watches Invented?

When Were Watches Invented?

People have been wearing watches since the 1500s, but the first standard watches weren’t actually invented until the early 1800s. Since then, watches have become an important accessory for many people. In this blog post, we will discuss when watches were invented and some of their history! What Is a Watch A … Read more

How the Manhattan Project Changed the Course of History

How the Manhattan Project Changed the Course of History

Human history is filled with bloodshed, violence, and warring. The pages of our history books are covered in red, and if we ever study any period of human history, wartime seems to be the constant factor that has persisted throughout each period in our past. And, unfortunately, even after countless battles and … Read more

History of Cartography

History of Cartography

Our world, as we know it today, has several features that we can often see in images. Because of these images or maps, we can visualize and appreciate the entirety of our planet, and we can also use them for directional purposes. The use of maps is not something new. Furthermore, people … Read more

Introduction to Humanities

The great English writer – William Shakespeare

One of the most interesting aspects of our society is our cultures. Every country has its unique culture, which serves a significant part of their society. All of them have their differences and similarities, wherein we can see its huge influence on the people. Understanding the human society and its culture would … Read more

History of Forestry

History of Forestry

Our world is home to many natural resources, which we can find on land or underwater.  Some of the incredible works of nature are found on land deep in the woods or forests. All of us might be aware of what a forest is, but it does have more complex features than … Read more