Category: Physiology

Why Your Kidneys Are Like a Water Filtration System

Why Your Kidneys Are Like a Water Filtration System

Why Your Kidneys Are Like a Water Filtration System

03/17/25

“Why are your kidneys like a water filtration system?”

We tend to think of body organs as functioning completely differently than built infrastructure. But this is not always the case. Take the kidneys for example. A kidney filters extra water from incoming into urine, much like how a water filtration system filters contaminants from incoming water. This is Why Your Kidneys Are Like a Water Filtration System.

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Rheology

Rheology

Rheology

12/12/24

“What is the study of the flow of matter?”

Flows happen in matter, whether it’s in a liquid, gas, or even a soft solid. The science behind studying material flow phenomena is called Rheology. Rheology has direct insights for physics, engineering, materials science, physiology, and chemistry.

The Ventral Cavity

The Ventral Cavity

The Ventral Cavity

09/27/24

“What is the human body cavity that contains the most organs?”

The human body contains cavities that protect its organs. One of the two major human body cavities is The Ventral Cavity, which protects the central organs such as the stomach, kidneys, heart, and liver.

The Dorsal Cavity

The Dorsal Cavity

The Dorsal Cavity

09/26/24

“What is the human body cavity that contains the brain and spine?”

The human body contains cavities that protect its organs. One of the two major human body cavities is The Dorsal Cavity, which envelops the brain and spinal cord.

Body Cavities

Body Cavities

Body Cavities

09/25/24

“What occupies space that protects organs inside animal bodies?”

Animal bodies are complex phenomena. The myriad of organs and systems allows them to function as living being. Organs are key to making this work. But what exactly holds them together? Well, it turns out that the organs are surrounded by fluids in a space called a Body Cavity. Body cavities are key to what makes most animals in this world (including humans) function and thrive.

Why Strong Unions Lead to Fewer Manufacturing Injuries

Why Strong Unions Lead to Fewer Manufacturing Injuries

Why Strong Unions Lead to Fewer Manufacturing Injuries

04/20/23

“Why do strong unions lead to fewer manufacturing injuries?”

Strong unions allow workers to have greater access to safety conditions and rest breaks. In manufacturing, this means that the workers will have more focus, and therefore harm themselves less. This is Why Strong Unions Lead to Fewer Manufacturing Injuries.

Why Abortion Access is a Fundamental Human Right

Why Abortion Access is a Fundamental Human Right

Why Abortion Access is a Fundamental Human Right

03/08/23

“Why is abortion access a fundamental human right?”

The United Nations’ Declaration of Human Rights is one of the most authoritative documents in enshrining the rights people of the world have. Article 27 of the passage states that Women, girls, and people who can become pregnant have the right to the benefits of scientific progress. This includes safe access to abortions. Furthermore, Article 18 enshrines religious freedom as a fundamental right. Given that some religions like Judaism require abortion access to necessary to protect the health, and mental or physical well-being of the woman/pregnant person, denying it would be an infringement. These are only a few of the reasons Why Abortion Access is a Fundamental Human Right.

To Celebrate International Women’s Day, please make a donation to Planned Parenthood. Abortion rights in the U.S. are under attack and need as much support as possible.

How Racial Profiling Can Hinder Job Performance

How Racial Profiling Can Hinder Job Performance

How Racial Profiling Can Hinder Job Performance

06/06/20

“How can job performance be hindered by racial profiling?”

 

Racial profiling adds to stress. Individuals who are affected have to constantly be aware of how they may be watched and possibly pursued. This stress adds an extra psychological burden when performing at a job, leading to counterproductive effects on focus. This is How Racial Profiling Can Hinder Job Performance. To counter this, organizations and governments must actively invest resources into not only supporting affected communities but the institutions and systems that cause this pain. The productivity increases will go a long way to creating a truly just, resilient, and sustainable society.

And don’t forget, #BlackLivesMatter