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How many different types of eclipses are there?

Knowledge base
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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An Eclipse is formed when a celestial body is obscured by another. We know that eclipses occur when sun, moon, and earth align in a straight line. The Solar eclipse occurs when the moon comes in between the sun and the earth. The Lunar eclipse is formed when the earth blocks the way for the sunlight to reach the moon.Penumbra and AntumbraThe umbra is the innermost and darkest part of the shadow, which is the area when an observer can experience the eclipse completely. The Penumbra is the area in which only a portion of the light is obscured by ... Read More

What is the use of the app PhonePe?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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PhonePe is a very popular and useful application especially in today’s era of digitization. The app is named after Fin-Tech company, the headquarters of which are in Bangalore, India. It is quite recent, as it was found in December 2015.Uses of PhonePe1. Mobile recharge: By using this app, you can get your mobile phone recharged very easily. You simply need to mention the amount, phone number and the appropriate mobile operator's name. You can even browse plans. You don’t have to load funds into your wallet for the recharge. Rather, you can make payments from your bank account by using ... Read More

What is CTET?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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It is a famous competitive exam in India. It is the acronym of Central Teacher Eligibility Test. As the name suggests, it is a qualifying exam for recruiting teachers for central schools like Kendriya Vidyalaya School, Army Public School, Navodya School and the like.The exam is taken to allow candidates who want to make their career in the teaching field to fulfil their dream of teaching. The Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India has entrusted the responsibility of conducting the Central Teacher Eligibility Test to the Central Board of Secondary Education Delhi.Is CTET only for central schools?While the ... Read More

Does content writing have a bright future in India?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Content writing has a very wide scope in India, thus, its future is very bright. The causes of this bright future may be attributed to the use of this content is not only newspapers and magazines but also in social media vis-a-vis research papers.Domains In Content Writing with Good PotentialSEO: SEO refers to Search Engine Optimisation and a person who is involved in such a domain can earn a lot in this field. This content writer has a lot of demand in the present times too, so he will definitely be in demand in future.Fashion: Fashion bloggers may or may ... Read More

What is more important in today's world qualification or soft skills?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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There is no denying in the fact that both qualification and soft skills are essential to move forward in our journey of life nowadays. Nobody can admit that only one out of these is sufficient and if someone, by chance feels so, he or she is mistaken.Importance of QualificationOur qualification plays a major role in case there is a job that requires candidates with M.B.A. or B.Tech. Now, how can someone, who does not have these degrees get a job there? A good qualification improves our chances of secure and settled life in the future.A good qualification is a must ... Read More

How do bats use sound to locate their prey?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 03-Sep-2020 16:20:08

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Bats are mammals which use sound ways to locate their prey. They do so by a scientific technique called 'Echolocation'. This is because they are nocturnal mammals that have weak eyesight. They use their ears more than any other mammal.EcholocationIt is defined as the use of sound waves and echoes to determine the location of objects in space. Bats use this mechanism for finding their food. Just as SONAR (Sound Navigation and Ranging) is used in case of big ships, and tanks, similarly, the emission of sound waves helps bat catch its prey.Bats use ultrasonic waves (20 to 200 kilohertz) ... Read More

As an HR of a company, what kind of attitude should I carry at work?

Ridhi Arora
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Human Resource manager or HR of a company holds quite a significant role in the overall functionality of the proceedings carried out in an organization. However, an HR sometimes may appear quite different in the other employees' depiction. So, why does it happen? Plainly because the responsibilities the HR person has to carry. But can it be done without being characterized? Here's the answer:Attitude You Must CarryNot To Be Too Close to Anyone In the Office: Human Resource Manager should be someone who alienates himself/herself in the office. This is because, HR is involved in dealing with leave applications, appraisal ... Read More

What actually made Apple a trillion dollar company?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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It’s been now 42 years when Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne founded Apple Inc with a promise to keep revolutionizing lives and they have kept their promise too brilliantly until now. This is why they have done what other companies only wish to achieve. Congratulations Apple for setting another benchmark and bringing a significant change to the society through cutting-edge tech inventions.However, it was never easy. Check out the story of infinite passion, nerve-wracking struggle, and the never yielding self-will.Many people believe that Apple was founded only by Steve. Well, the reality is here. Apple was founded by ... Read More

What are the other expressions for the word ‘Amazing’?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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Stop using ‘Amazing’ and end up being considered an amateur! Rather, try these expressions instead and get labelled as seasoned.AdorableAlluringAmbrosialAstonishingAstoundingAwe-InspiringAwesomeBeauteousBeautifulBewitchingBeyond WordsBlue-ribbonBonnyBreathtakingBrilliantCapitalCaptivatingCharmingClassyDarlingDauntingDazzlingDelectableDelicateDeliciousDelightfulDevineElegantEnchantingEnthrallingEnticingEtherealExaltedExcellentExceptionalExhilaratingExquisiteExtraordinaryFabulous (absolutely, dahling!)FantasticFascinatingFearsomeFetchingFirst-classFirst-rateGloriousGorgeousGracefulGrandHeavenlyIdealImpressiveIncomparableInconceivable (for my fellow Princess Bride fans)IncredibleIndescribableIneffableInspiringIrresistibleLovelyLusciousMagneticMagnificentMajesticMarvelousMesmerizingOutstandingProdigiousRadiantRapturousRavishingRefinedResplendentSavoryScrumptiousSensualSexyShockingSpectacularSplendidStaggeringStrikingStunningStupefyingSublimeSuperbSupremeSurprisingTantalizingThrillingTop-notchTranscendentTremendousUnbelievableUnearthlyUnutterableUpliftingWonderfulWondrousYummyAnd, if you totally amazed then this one.... (+_ +)Amazeballs

Can I opt for the EMI option using my debit card on e-commerce websites?

Vihan Rodrigues
Updated on 30-Jul-2019 22:30:24

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The online market is worth millions at the moment and there is a complete generation who loves shopping online, especially on EMI. I also purchased a Smart Television on last Diwali and that too on EMIs and still paying. However, I have the satisfaction of giving this as a surprise gift to my ‘die-hard web series’ fan wife who wanted to enjoy the streaming on a larger screen.However, many folks among us get deprived of picking the most needful air-conditioner at the blazing summer or the latest 8th generation laptop for higher studies just because they carry mere a debit ... Read More

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