The Chemistry Of Fireworks

The Chemistry Of Fireworks

Fireworks Season While the 5th of November, Guy Fawkes Night, is the original fireworks night, it is also marks the start of a short season of displays, spanning the nocturnal winter months and marking key calendar and cultural events such as the Winter Solstice and...
DNA: The Blueprint Of Life

DNA: The Blueprint Of Life

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is one of the most important molecules in all living things; it contains a unique sequence of information needed for life. There are in fact over 3 billion sequences in the human genome which are responsible for our genetic makeup. Each DNA...
Have Scientists Discovered Our Very Own Adamantium?

Have Scientists Discovered Our Very Own Adamantium?

From Fiction To Fact? Marvel fans won’t need to be told about Adamantium, the metal that Wolverine’s retractable knuckle claws are made of. Within that fictional Marvel universe, Adamantium is one of the strongest metals on Earth, alongside Vibranium, the material...
The Power Of Music

The Power Of Music

Enhancing Focus And Productivity Do you listen to music whilst studying? Many of us, whether we’re studying, working, or simply trying to concentrate on a task, turn to music as a companion. But have you ever wondered why music seems to help us focus? The...
Breaking Down The Pomodoro Technique

Breaking Down The Pomodoro Technique

How The Pomodoro Technique Can Help You In a recent article, I touched on the Pomodoro technique as a means of being productive when it comes to revision over the Easter break. But, such a fleeting mention doesn’t do justice to just how useful it can be. The What The...
How To Approach Exam Questions

How To Approach Exam Questions

Exam Questions On The Horizon It might only be March, and May may seem so far away, but two things are worth mentioning: it’s never too early to be exam-ready, and time moves faster than you think it does. So while you’re stepping up your revision, one of the best and...