We explain what the Universe is, its origin and how it is composed. Also, what are its general characteristics and the Solar System. What is the Universe? We call the Universe all the various forms of matter, energy and momentum, and the entirety of space and time. Based on the Big Bang theory , it is estimated…
We explain what the tundra is, what the flora and fauna of this biome are like. Also, what are its general characteristics, climate and more. What is the Tundra? The tundra is a biome, that is, a set of ecosystems that despite being located in different geographical points share general characteristics in relation to the type of…
We explain what functionalism is and what its general characteristics are. In addition, the objectives that it pursues and criticisms of this theory. What is Functionalism? Functionalism is a theory of sociology under the premise that all aspects of a society (institutions, roles, norms , etc.) serve a purpose and are essential for its survival. The Best Moments In The History Of…
We explain what surrealism is, how it originated and its impact on the different arts. Also, what are its characteristics and authors. What is surrealism? Surrealism was an important artistic and aesthetic movement that emerged in France during the first and second decades of the 20th century , as a consequence of the Dada movement and the enormous influence of the writer André…
We explain what the Egyptian religion was like, its characteristics and its main gods. Also, what was heka, magic and more. Egyptian religion The Egyptian religion consisted of a complex combination of beliefs, practices and rituals that encompassed spiritual, mythological, medicinal and magical issues. It lasted the three thousand years that the ancient Egyptian civilization existed , from 3150 BC. C. until 31…
We explain what the Modern Age is and in what context it developed. Also, what are its general characteristics and main changes. What is the Modern Age? The Modern Age is the third historical period in which Universal History is commonly divided , between the 15th and 18th centuries, after the Middle Ages , and before the so-called Contemporary Era . You…
We explain what Hurricane Patricia is, how long it lasted and which areas were affected. Also, its general characteristics, damages, and more. What is Hurricane Patricia? Hurricane Patricia was a tropical cyclone that originated in the Pacific Ocean, south of the Gulf of Tehuantepec, Mexico, in October 2015, and grew to become the most intense hurricane on…
We explain what basic needs are and how they are classified. Also, what are its characteristics and what is Maslow’s Pyramid. What are the Basic Human Needs? It is called basic needs or fundamental human needs to the set of indispensable minimum requirements , of diverse nature, that human beings require for our subsistence. Although it is often thought that…
We explain what the ozone layer is and its characteristics. Also, how to protect it, what is the ozone hole, its consequences and more. What is the ozone layer? The ozone layer is one of the areas of the atmosphere of the Earth that is known for its high concentration of ozone . It ranges from about 15 kilometers from the ground to 45 kilometers…
We explain what the Iron Age is and what its characteristics are. In addition, its advances, importance and the end of the Age of Metals. What is the Iron Age? The Iron Age includes the third stage of the Metal Age, from 1500 to 550 BC. C. according to the region of the world. It was the last period…