What Are Sun Dogs (Parhelion) and Moon Dogs (Paraselene)?
People are often confused about the terms sun dogs and moon dogs. What are they? Where do they appear? And why do they appear at all? Let us find out …
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What Is the Xiphoid Process and What Is Its Function?
Find out the location, function and importance of the lower-most extension of the breastbone, the xiphoid process.
Continue ReadingGenetic Mutations Causing Mermaid Syndrome - do they Exist? Is Mermaid Syndrome Genetic?
Mermaid syndrome, alternatively known as sirenomelia is a rare disorder where an infant is born with fused legs, giving the appearance of a …
Continue ReadingMoon slowly escaping the Earth
The oceanic tides the Earth experiences due to the Moon’s gravitational effect are beneficial for aquatic and terrestrial life, not to mention …
Continue ReadingNothing But the Facts About Sir Arthur Eddington: Interesting and Fun Facts About Arthur Eddington
Sir Arthur Eddington is revered as one of the best astrophysicists in modern astronomy and physics. Here are some important facts about Sir Arthur …
Continue ReadingWhat Is Star Luminosity and How Is It Measured? Let's Define Luminosity and Learn About Star Brightness
Are brighter stars more luminous than stars further away? Not necessarily. Luminosity and brightness are related, but it is possible that a distant …
Continue ReadingA Patient's Guide to Cystatin C Level Testing
Has your doctor suggested you have your cystatin C levels checked? If so, this article will explain what you need to know and what you can expect.
Continue ReadingCA 19-9 Tumor Markers and Cancer Progression
CA 19-9 tumor markers are levels of a cancer-associated glycoprotein that can be detected in the blood. These levels are often elevated in pancreatic …
Continue ReadingNiaspan Side Effects
Niaspan side effects are typically rare and mild. However, major side effects can occur and certain groups may be at higher risk.
Continue ReadingOverview of Lacerated Femoral Artery
A lacerated femoral artery can be deadly if not treated within minutes. Getting immediate medical assistance and first aid are required for the …
Continue ReadingSome Amazing Facts About the Great Scientist Karl Schwarzschild
“I had not expected that one could formulate the exact solution of the problem in such a simple way” are some words, the great scientist Einstein once …
Continue ReadingThe Axillary Artery: Location, Function, and Disorders that May Affect It
This article will focus on providing all of the important information on the axillary artery.
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