A ceramic coating or nano-ceramic coating is a process of applying a liquid polymer on the exterior surface of an automotive vehicle to protect the paint from fading, minor scratches and abrasions, and stains, thus preserving luster and minimizing carwash frequency. Note that the exterior of a vehicle is regularly exposed to elements and objects […]
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MacKeeper Review: Is it Legit and Effective?
MacKeeper is a bundled utility software for macOS that includes anti-malware, file encryption, data recovery, backup, and data erasure features. Developed by Kromtech Alliance, it has received negative reviews and criticisms both from tech journalists and users. Features of MacKeeper Because it is a utility software, the primary marketed purpose of MacKeeper is to optimize […]
What is the Wuhan Institute of Virology?
The Wuhan Institute of Virology or WIV is a research institute administered by the Chinese Academy of Sciences or CAS that specializes in virology. Located in Jiangxia District, Wuhan City, in the Province of Hubei, it has been regarded as a world-class institution due to its contribution in the fields of virology, immunology, and microbiology. […]
Here’s Why SARS-CoV-2 is NOT a Lab-Made Bioweapon from China
A report published by The Washington Times made a case for linking the 2019 novel coronavirus or SARS-COV-2, previously known as 2019-nCoV, to a Chinese covert biological weapons program, thereby suggesting that the Wuhan outbreak originated from a laboratory accident. Arguments for Linking the Novel Coronavirus to a Bioweapons Program The evidence? A rebroadcasted television […]
Difference Between Viruses, Viroids, and Prions
There are three known types of non-living pathogens or infectious agents that affect living organisms. Of course, viral infections are frequently heard alongside bacterial and fungal infections. However, two other types of non-living organic agents also affect living organisms. These are viroids and prions. What are Viroids and Prions? What is the Difference Between Viruses, […]
The Difference Between Bacteria and Archaea
Both bacteria and archaea are two of the three major groups of cellular life forms categorized under the three-domain system, which was first introduced American microbiologist and biophysicist Carl Woese in 1977. Similarities Between Bacteria and Archaea Archaea were once classified as bacteria. Hence, they were initially called archaebacteria. Furthermore, both are prokaryotes, and as […]
The Characteristics of Viruses: Definitions and Origin
What are viruses? Where did they come from? How do they differ from other infectious agents or pathogens? These are some of the questions often raised when it comes to broadening our basic understanding of viruses. Facts about Virus: The Characteristics of Viruses Definition and General Characteristics 1. A virus is a microscopic infectious agent […]
Advantages and Disadvantages of MP4
MPEG-4 Part 14 or MP4 is a container format for storing audio and video, as well as for other data such as images and subtitles. Furthermore, based on the QuickTime or MOV format, it is a standard specified as part of the MPEG-4 compression method. The Pros: Advantages and Applications of MP4 Format Nonetheless, mainstream […]
Structure of the Earth: Compositional vs. Mechanical Layers
The structure of the Earth consists of various spherical shells or layers that can be categorized in two manners: either by their chemical compositions or mechanical properties. Hence, compositional layers and mechanical layers are the two types of layers Categorizing the Structure of the Earth: The Difference Between Compositional Layers and Mechanical Layers The Compositional […]
USB Flash Drive: Advantages and Disadvantages
A USB flash drive or thumb drive is an ultraportable data storage device based on flash memory with an integrated USB interface. Storage capacities were initially limited to 8 GB and 16 GB variants during the late 2000s, but manufacturers have now introduced 512 GB to 2 TB storage options at more affordable prices. The […]