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Conduct Disorder (CD) and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) are two types of behavioral disorders that can occur in children and adolescents. Although these disorders share some similarities, they are different in terms of their symptoms, causes, and treatments. Understanding the difference between these two disorders is crucial in determining the appropriate intervention and support for affected individuals. What is Conduct Disorder? According to the DSM 5, CD is a “repetitive and persistent pattern of behavior in which the basic rights of others or major age-appropriate societal norms or rules are violated”. The manual furthered that the following criteria should be ... Read More

Combustion is a chemical reaction that occurs between fuel and an oxidizing agent, usually oxygen, resulting in the production of heat, light, and various by-products. When it comes to the process of combustion, two terms frequently used are complete combustion and incomplete combustion. While both are a form of combustion, there are several significant differences between the two. In this essay, we will explore the differences between complete combustion and incomplete combustion. What is Complete Combustion? Complete combustion occurs when a fuel burns in the presence of an adequate amount of oxygen, leading to the formation of carbon dioxide and ... Read More

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and Anorexia are two disorders that are often confused with each other due to their similar features. However, there are some key differences between these disorders, which are important to understand in order to provide effective treatment. What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder? Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a mental disorder characterized by an obsessive preoccupation with perceived flaws or defects in one's appearance. These flaws may be minor or imagined, but they can have a significant impact on the individual's self-esteem and quality of life. People with BDD may spend hours each day checking and comparing ... Read More

Asthma and upper respiratory infection (URI) are two different respiratory conditions that can cause similar symptoms. Understanding the differences between these two conditions can help in their proper diagnosis, treatment, and management. What is Asthma? Asthma is a condition in which the airways become inflamed causing the bronchial tubes to constrict. Excess mucus is also often produced and the person struggles to breathe. Asthma should be taken seriously as it can kill a person if not controlled. Symptoms of Asthma − Symptoms of asthma include a feeling of tightness in the chest, cough, and difficulty breathing. Patients often have ... Read More

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human Intelligence are two distinct concepts that are often compared and contrasted with each other. AI is a rapidly growing field that aims to develop machines that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, and perception. Human intelligence, on the other hand, is the cognitive ability of humans that allows them to understand and interact with the world around them. While AI and human intelligence share some similarities, there are significant differences between the two. What is Artificial Intelligence? AI is also sometimes referred to as machine intelligence which was ... Read More

The pituitary gland is a small endocrine organ. It is located in a saddle-shaped depression in the body of the sphenoid bone of the human skull called sella turcica (Turkish saddle). The pituitary gland is connected to the hypothalamus. The pituitary is isolated from the bone wall of the skull with a thick, dense layer of connective tissue. It has an oval shape. Its dimensions are: length: 12-15 mm, width: 8-10 mm, height: 5-6 mm. In terms of weight, it shows large individual differences. In men, pituitary weighs an average of 1.6 g. In women, during pregnancy, it increases and after ... Read More

Solar eclipses are one of the most fascinating natural phenomena that occur in our solar system. During a solar eclipse, the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light and casting a shadow on Earth. There are two types of solar eclipses: annular eclipses and total eclipses. While both types of eclipses are similar in many ways, there are also some key differences between them that are worth exploring in more detail. What is Total Eclipse? The understanding of the total eclipse is demystified by understanding the elliptical orbit of the moon on the planet Earth. ... Read More

Thalassemia is a group of inherited blood disorders that affect the production of hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen in the blood. It is caused by mutations in the genes that control the production of hemoglobin. There are two main types of thalassemia: alpha thalassemia and beta thalassemia. Although they share similar symptoms, they are caused by different genetic mutations and have different degrees of severity. What is Alpha Thalassemia? Alpha thalassemia is the condition where there is a reduced formation of alpha polypeptide chains because of an absence of alpha genes. There are two forms of alpha thalassemia depending ... Read More

Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) and R-lipoic acid (RLA) are two different forms of the antioxidant molecule lipoic acid. Although they share a similar chemical structure, they have some distinct differences in their properties and benefits. In this essay, we will explore the differences between alpha lipoic acid and R-lipoic acid. What is Alpha Lipoic Acid? Alpha lipoic acid (ALA), also known as 1, 2-dithiolane-3-pentanoic acid is a compound that contains sulfur along with atoms of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. It includes both the unnatural enantiomer that is known as the s-lipoic acid (SLA) and the natural enantiomer that is known ... Read More

Alcohol and phenol are both organic compounds that contain hydroxyl groups (-OH). While both have some similarities, they also have some key differences that set them apart. In this essay, we will explore the differences between alcohol and phenol, including their chemical properties, physical properties, and uses. What is Alcohol? It is a colourless and volatile flammable liquid generated by the natural fermentation of sugars and is an intoxicating ingredient of wine, whisky, beer, spirits, and other drinks. Alcohol is an organic compound whose molecule contains 1 or more hydroxyl groups fastened to a carbon atom. It is also used ... Read More