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 Google Drive is, how it works and what are the main features of this famous service created by Google. What is Google Drive? Google Drive is a data storage service that is stored in the cloud (an online platform that can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection ). The Google Drive storage service offers 15 GB…
We explain what the Mediterranean Sea is, where it is located and how it is divided. Also, what are its characteristics, fauna, flora and more. What is the Mediterranean Sea? It is known as the Mediterranean Sea to one of the seas of the Atlantic Ocean , located in the region that brings together southern Europe , western Asia and northern Africa . This region was of enormous…
We explain what the Olympic Games are, how they originated and what their disciplines are. In addition, its general characteristics and awards. What are the Olympic Games? The Olympic Games, also called Olympiads, are the largest and most important international sporting event in the world, in which athletes from almost all countries (about 200 in total) participate…
We explain who the Unitarians and the Federals were, what were the reasons for their confrontations, and their general characteristics. Who were the Unitarians and Federals? Unitarians and federals are known as unitary and federal members, respectively, of the Unitary Party and the Federal Party, who faced each other during the Argentine Civil War that took place…
We explain what federalism is, its stories and the types that exist. Also, what are its characteristics, causes and some examples. What is federalism? Federalism is understood as the political doctrine that raises the creation of a multiple , diverse State , in which different states, provinces, cantons or regions associate to constitute a single government . Some of the functions, freedoms and…
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 the atmosphere is, where it is located and how it is composed. Also, what are its characteristics and contamination? What is the Atmosphere? The atmosphere is the different layers of gases that cover the celestial bodies, attracted by their gravity until they stabilize around them, reaching different heights. Its chemical composition can be varied and, in the…
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…