Fitness Testing, Body Mass and Body Composition - Understanding Body Mass Index (BMI)
A largely used fitness test is the body mass index (BMI), which gives some indication of an individuals’ body weight in relation to their...
Metabolism and Energy Production
The body requires energy constantly to produce Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP), which is the energy currency for all living things. The body...
The Endocrine System
The endocrine system comprises a series of glands, including the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroids, thymus, supra-renal or adrenal glands,...
Stem Cells - What They Are and Their Function
This videos explains what the different types of stem cells are and the respective functions. Furthermore, the video also discusses the...
Stereochemistry of nucleophilic substitution reactions - SN2
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Stereochemistry of nucleophilic substitution reactions - SN1
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Anatomy and Physiology of the Nervous System
The nervous system coordinates and controls the functioning of the various bodily systems in response to changes in our surroundings. The...
Selenium, a Vital Nutrient for Health and Protection from Oxidative Damage
Selenium, is a vital nutrient for health and protection from oxidative damage Selenium is a micro-nutrient essential for humans, and is a...
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera has been used for more than 2000 years, and is one of the most biologically active plants, containing a number of important...
Insights Into Human Gait – Walking
Human gait, also known as ambulation or locomotion, are terms that refer to walking. At first glance this form of physical activity...