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Why deserts are hot in the daytime and chilled at night?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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It is actually sand, which turns the entire phenomenon hot. Sand cannot hold the heat. It acts like a mirror to the sun. During the daytime, it stays warm, and when the Sun is absent it loses all its heat making the nights colder. There’s nothing in the desert that can either absorb heat from the sun or hold it on the surface when the sun is set.Days In DesertThe Sun in the desert can reach the zenith due to which the temperature rises up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. The sand in the desert gets heated up ... Read More

Do Superpowers still hold colonies around the world?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Witnessing many independent countries in this modern world, one might wonder whether there are still colonies that European empires hold. Yes!! There are!! Around 16 colonies most of which are tiny islands, are still there under the clutches of European rulers.Colonies under US rulingAmerica Samoa: Being occupied by the US in 1990, this is an island of 199 square kilometers, having a population of 57, 496 who speak Samoan and English.Guam: Declared a Spanish colony in 1565, this 541 square kilometer of the area contains 175, 877 native Chamorros, Filipinos, and other Pacific Islanders.U.S. Virgin Islands: These islands of 346 ... Read More

Why is Napoleon Bonaparte called a Great War strategist?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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“Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake” is a famous saying by Napoleon Bonaparte.Napoleon was both a great warrior as well as an adroit strategist. He had a keen eye on each and every aspect in the battlefield, such as where the artillery, cavalry, and infantry should be placed to attack the enemy forces, when the army should move forward and how etc.The war tactics used by Napoleon were the key secret to his success. The formations of infantry in battlefields such as column formation, line formation, infantry square etc. and clever usage of cavalry (men with ... Read More

Which battle was Napoleon Bonaparte's greatest victory?

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It is the Battle of Austerlitz which is also known as the Battle of three Emperors and is considered as Napoleon's greatest victory in history. The battle of Austerlitz which was held on Dec 5th, 1805 resulted in a tremendous victory for Napoleon.He executed his complex and inexplicable war strategies where he had placed artillery, cavalry, and infantry accordingly in the battlefield. In spite of having lesser army than the enemies, he won over them with his strategy.Valour Par ExcellenceThe Russo-Austrian force of 85, 000 couldn’t let Napoleon’s courage down and he succeeded in enticing the emperors Francis I and ... Read More

What is the healthiest and the cheapest food to eat daily?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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We know a plethora of healthy foods that are super beneficial for us like, brown rice, sprouts, fish, chicken or soya beans, but not all are pocket-friendly. If you are looking for healthy and the cheapest food for your daily diet then we have the list. Check them out:Eggs: Rich in proteins, eggs are most commonly available and one of the cheapest food that’s available for all. It also provides essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Eggs are best to consume during breakfast and helps burn calories and increase muscle mass. So, grab some eggs for just a few bucks from ... Read More

Is engineering really losing its worth by the time?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Yes, engineering has indeed lost its value over the years. Given that there are several engineering colleges in India and umpteen engineers are being produced each year from these colleges. However, the question is, if India needs so many engineers and if they are all good to be employed why they have trouble in getting jobs. These questions have automatically created negativity against engineering education in India.Bangalore city alone has over 130 engineering colleges, but the employable engineering graduates are only 22% of engineering jobs (according to studies by MHRD a few years back).Decreasing employer satisfaction with fresh engineering graduates. ... Read More

What are the career options for a post graduate in biotech?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Although India does not yet have a good setup for Biotechnology, there are career options galore after you have completed your post graduate in biotech. Whether you have completed your post-graduation in Biotech from the reputed institutes in India such as, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research or Indian Institute of Science, or from any university situated abroad, it’s a high-level training that matters.According to industry experts like Dr. Yusuf Deeni, post completion of Masters in Biotechnology, one can find employment in biotech companies or can even pursue Ph.D.One can also be a part of biofuels, healthcare, cleantech and industrial biotechnology.For ... Read More

Which city of India is called the city of dreams and why?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Mumbai, the capital city of Maharashtra is called the “city of dreams” or “Mayanagri” as they call. It has gained this epithet over the years not just because it offers limitless opportunities for the Indian citizens across the states, but also for people across the borders. Here’s why Mumbai is called the city of dreams.Commercial Center of IndiaMumbai is the richest cities in the world and the richest city in India. From the Reserve Bank of India, National Stock Exchange or the Bombay Stock Exchange to the biggest Indian business houses like the Reliance Industries, Tata Group or the Aditya ... Read More

How will you inspire your team if you are the Head of Marketing?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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What are the basic aspects to assess the strengths of the marketing team? What are you aiming to do- inspiring them or motivating them? The act of actually stimulating a person’s mind to think and perform the way you want them to will define ‘Motivation’. However, the act of doing and achieving something because they want to achieve it is ‘Inspiration’.As a Head of Marketing, I always look at inspiring people to do better in their jobs. This holds true for individuals in every sphere of life or business. To achieve is to inspire and to inspire, is to see ... Read More

What is the best use of a smartphone?

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Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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A smartphone is the most common device often seen in the hands of people, starting from the small kids to a 60 years old man. What is so special about this gadget? Does it only make life easier? What are the additional benefits this gadget offers? Numerous questions come to the mind of the users when they are buying the smart phone for the first time.For some folks, these gadgets are nothing but an instrument of entertainment. For some, it is the way to communicate to people around the world; some use it as the camera, whereas some may use ... Read More

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