Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones Carbohydrates are the most abundant bio-macro-molecules on the earth. They are commonly known as sugars because most of them have a sweet taste. Chemically all carbohydrates are polyhydroxy (contain many hydroxyl, – OH, groups) aldehydes or ketones. All carbohydrates are hydrates of carbon and […]
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Properties and Characteristics of Alpha Particles, Beta Particles and Gamma Rays
Alpha vs Beta vs Gamma Rays Unstable atoms on radioactive decay emit particles such as alpha particles, beta particles and gamma rays. These are energy particles, and by producing these energy-rich particles the unstable radioactive atom tries to attain atomic stability. The present post discusses the chemical, physical and biological […]
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Difference between Alpha, Beta and Gamma Rays – Comparison Table
Alpha Rays vs Beta Rays vs Gamma Rays An unstable atomic nuclei loss its energy by emitting radiations such as alpha rays, beta rays and gamma rays by a process called radioactive decay. A substance with such an unstable nucleus is called the radioactive substance. The particles produced by radioactive […]
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Mechanism of Mineral Absorption in Plants (Plant Physiology Short Notes)
Plants absorb minerals as ions Mineral Absorption in Plants: Plants absorb minerals from the soil in the form of inorganic ions. Earlier it was thought that the absorption of minerals takes place in plants along with the absorption of water. In fact, the process of mineral absorption and water absorption […]
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Difference between Collagen and Keratin – Comparison Table
Collagen vs Keratin Collagen and Keratin are the main structural proteins. They are two main families of fibrous proteins and are abundantly present in the extracellular matrix and various connective tissues in animals. Collagen: A linear structural fibrous protein abundantly found in the connective tissue and extracellular space of the […]
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