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Amwoga Khalwale What Are Saturated Hydrocarbons? Saturated hydrocarbons are hydrocarbons that contain only single bonds between carbon atoms. They are the simplest class of hydrocarbons. They are called saturated because each carbon atom is bonded to as many hydrogen atoms as possible. In other words, the carbon atoms are saturated with hydrogen. Examples of saturated hydrocarbons include: … Read more
What Is Grid Computing? Grid computing is a series of computers physically connected (over a network or with internet) to perform a dedicated function together, such as solving a complex problem or analyzing e-commerce data. In grid computing architecture, every computer in the network turns into a powerful supercomputer that has access to large processing … Read more
Spent & Spend Spend is an irregular verb with two main meaning. Irregular verbs are verbs that do not follow the general rules for verb forms. The first meaning of the word spend is to use up, consume, disburse, expend, dispose of money or resources while the other meaning is to pass time in a … Read more
What is a Bar Graph? A bar graph also referred to as Bar Chart or Bar Diagram is a pictorial representation of data that uses bars to compare different categories of data. It displays grouped data by way of parallel rectangular bars of equal length but varying width. The bars can be plotted vertically or … Read more
What Is Apoenzyme? Apoenzyme is the protein component in which together with cofactor forms a complete enzyme. In other words, an enzyme that requires a cofactor but does not have one bound. An Apoenzyme is an inactive enzyme, activation of the enzyme occurs upon binding of an organic or inorganic cofactor. Enzymes can speed up … Read more
What Is Optical Character Recognition (OCR)? The main purpose of optical character recognition is to quickly and automatically recognize and convert images of machine-printed or typed text into actual electronic data that users can organize, search and modify. In general, an OCR engine analyzes the pixel data of scanned images and searches for patterns resembling … Read more
SVG File (Scalable Vector Graphics) SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) is an Extensible Markup language-based vector image format for two-dimensional graphics with support for interactivity and animation. It was developed in 1999 by Wide Web Consortium. SVG files are developed as a standard format for displaying vector graphics on the web. SVG is based on XML … Read more
What Is Waveguide? A wave guide is a specialized structure that guides waves such as electromagnetic waves or sound, with minimal loss of energy by restricting the transmission of energy to one direction. It is designed to channel and manipulate electromagnetic energy along a specific path while minimizing losses and radiation. Waveguides are hollow metal … Read more
Voltage Amplifier A voltage amplifier is an amplifier that amplifies given voltage for a larger voltage output. It is characterized by a high input impedance and low output impedance. This is useful for reading and adapting small signals such as boosting an audio signal before sending it on its way to speakers. The voltage amplifier … Read more
What Is Epigeal? Epigeal germination is a type of germination whereby the seed leaves or the cotyledons are brought on to the surface or above the soil along with the shoot during germination. This is usually due to rapid elongation and curved-like shape of the hypocotyl. This change in the shape or curvature of the … Read more