From a nutritional perspective, carbohydrates are used for instantaneous energy (glucose). Fats, on the other hand, are used for energy only... View Article
Xylem and Phloem are two different types of vascular tissues. The main differences between the two is: Xylem is responsible for transporting... View Article
Blood is a fluid connective tissue that comprises of plasma, RBC, WBC and platelets Hemoglobin is the protein found in the RBCs (red blood... View Article
B and T cells are white blood cells which are responsible for the body’s immune response. The main difference between the two is where they... View Article
Autotrophic and Heterotrophic are two modes of nutrition. Autotrophic organisms can produce their own food while heterotrophic organisms are... View Article
Arteries carry oxygenated blood to all body parts Veins carry the deoxygenated blood to the heart Exceptions to this rule are the pulmonary... View Article
Viroids are plant pathogens which has single-stranded, circular RNA Prions are essentially misfolded proteins that can cause diseases Explore... View Article
Absorption - Process where food molecules are absorbed into the blood Assimilation - Process where new compounds are synthesized from the... View Article
From a theoretical perspective, the function of the heart can be performed by a machine called the cardiopulmonary bypass machine. Hence, other... View Article
Generally, chest pain as a result of a panic attack may be described as sharp and stabbing. It is also localized in the middle of the chest.... View Article
Indigestion may refer to a wide range of issues that involve the digestive tract. On the other hand, heartburn is a specific condition where the... View Article
Heart failure is considered to be terminal if the patient has a life expectancy of six months or less. Read more by registering at BYJU’S... View Article
Heart damage is reversible to an extent. However, drastic changes in health and lifestyle is necessary to see the resultant changes. Read more by... View Article
In most cases, BNP (B-type natriuretic peptide) levels are high in patients with heart failure. Read more by registering at BYJU’S NEET.... View Article
The caffeine in coffee stimulates the production of adrenaline - which can speed up the heart rate. Hence, if coffee is consumed in excess, it... View Article
Burping is usually not a sign of a heart attack. However, if other symptoms such as chest discomfort, a feeling of pressure or fullness,... View Article
Studies have found that dark chocolate, when not loaded with sugar, is healthy for the heart. This is because dark chocolate contains flavanols,... View Article