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A Reference for Various Types of Various Things
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AnimalsOne of the biological kingdoms
Rabbits (Bunnies)Rabbits are known for their long ears and their ability to hop. Females are called does, males are called bucks, and babies are called kittens. A group of rabbits is called a herd, and a rabbit's home is called a burrow, nest or warren.
PlasticPlastic is a material based on polymers that is often derived from petroleum. The term "plastic" refers to their ability to be easily shaped and processed into various forms.
Electronics Components (Semiconductors)Electronics components exploit the physics of the flow, emissions, and effects of electrons for human purposes.
Electrical Devices
Switches (physical types)
Switches (electrical types)
Remote Television Viewers (Video over IP Applicances, TV place shifter, Location shifting devices)
Precious MetalsPrecious metals are any of the rare and economically valuable metals. They are often used to make coins or jewelry.
Fire ExtinguishersFire extinguishers are devices that are designed to put out small fires. They are usually portable containers filled with chemicals designed to starve a fire of oxygen.
Art MaterialsInstruments used the world around to create brilliant masterpieces.
Atmospheric LayersThe Earth's atmosphere is a gaseous envelope that is held to the planet by gravity.
VegetarianismVegetarians are known for abstaining from animal flesh in their diets. Some vegetarians are more or less strict in their diets or are vegetarians for different reasons than others.
Electromagnetic Radiation (Electromagetic Spectrum)Electromagnetic radiation is the flow of energy at the speed of light through a medium or a vacuum. This energy consists of electric and magnetic fields at right angles to each other and perpendicular to the direction of motion (an electromagnetic wave). Various types of electromagnetic radiation are distinguished according to the frequency of the wave.
Memory cardsMemory cards are removable solid-state data storage devices widely used in an array of electronic devices that are designed to store data and/or read stored data, including personal digital assistants, digital cameras, laptop computers, cellular telephones, and digital music players. Memory cards consist of flash memory, which is rewritable and non-volatile (it does not require a power source to retain the data).
BurnsA burn is an injury or damage resulting from exposure to fire, heat, caustic chemicals, electricity, or certain radiations. On people, burns are classified into three types based on the depth of the burn. Another type occurs due to inhalation of hot or caustic gases or other substances.
House Styles (Architectural styles)This category describes the features of various styles of houses. (for example: Cape Cod, ranch, townhouse)
Fuel CellsFuel cells, like batteries, are electrochemical devices that convert chemical energy into electrical energy. Fuel cells are classified primarily by the type of electrolyte they use, which determines the nature of the chemical reactions that take place in the cell, the catalysts used, and the type of fuel required.
PrintersPrinters are machines that print text and/or graphics on paper. Printers are most often connected to a computer. Impact printers feature one or more tiny hammer-like devices that strike the surface of the paper through an ink ribbon. Non-impact printers do not strike the surface of the paper to deposit the pigment.
SugarSugar as a common term refers to a solid white crystalline substance used as a food sweetener called sucrose (table sugar). Scientifically speaking, sugar refers to any monosaccharide (simple sugar) or disaccharide.
Herbs and Spices (seasonings)Herbs and Spices are made from various types of plants using parts such as the flowers, leaves, stems, seeds, or roots. The parts can then be fresh or dried, ground or whole, and are used in cooking to add all sorts of flavors such as hot, zesty, sweet and tangy, to name a few.
Joomla! Add-onsJoomla! add-ons are packages of code designed to add to or alter the appearance or functionality of the Joomla! website content management system.
Optical Disc FormatsOptical discs are flat, circular, and usually made of polycarbonate plastic. This layer is coated with a thin metallic reflective layer and a protective lacquer coating.
Optical discs are read by focusing a laser through the polycarbonate layer. A photodiode then detects regions that contain tiny indentations or a lack of indentations that represent the binary data stored on the disc.
Physicians (Doctors)Physicians are individuals who are educated, clinically experienced, and licensed to practice medicine.
VolcanoesVolcanoes are vents in the crust of the Earth (or other planets and moons) from which molten rock, ash and other debris, and steam are ejected. They can be grouped into four main types.
Chinese foodChinese food as listed here is "Americanized" cuisine found in Chinese restaurants in the United States and Canada.
Chinese soupsVersions of soups found in China often served in Chinese restaurants
Simple MachinesSimple machines are tools that make work easier, redirect forces, multiply forces, and/or change the speed of a force. All more complex machines are made up of combinations of simple machines. There are six types of simple machine.
BridgesBridges are structures that span horizontally between supports with the purpose of carrying a load. They often carry roadways, pathways, and conduits over a depression (such as a river valley) or obstruction.
BicyclesBicycles are vehicles with two wheels in tandem (one in front of the other), handlebars for steering, and a seat resembling a saddle that is usually propelled by pedals attached to the rear wheel via a chain.
Computer peripheralsComputer peripherals are devices attached to a consumer computer system.
Light bulbsLight bulbs generate light from electricity.
LeversLevers Simple machines terms/vocabulary: - The fulcrum is a pivot point.
- The effort is the force put in to moving the lever
- The resistance is the item being moved
- The effort arm is the part of the lever to which force is applied
- The resistance arm is the part of the lever that moves the mass
There are three basic types of levers.
Elements of a Short Story (Parts of Short Stories)Understanding these basic elements will help authors write entertaining short stories.
Theatrical ComedyComedy is a type of drama that is light and amusing. Comedies typically have a happy ending.
Phases of the MoonThe moon regularly changes its appearance as seen from the Earth. Sometimes it reflects more sunlight than at other times.
Musical InstrumentsMusical instruments are devices whose purpose is to create a musical sound. There are five principal types.
Petroleum FuelsFuels made from petroleum contain hydrocarbon chains that store a great deal of energy. The differences among these fuels lie in the types of hydrocarbon chains they contain. These are separated and concentrated during the refining process. Another factor in the makeup of the fuel is the additives they contain.
Days significant to retailersSome days throughout the year are particularly important to retailers as they relate to their earnings.
Ethernet Cable (Data Cable)Ethernet cable consists of twisted pairs of copper conductors that can be used to carry voice and data. Most often used in the United States is UTP (unshielded twisted pair) cable.
ComputersA computer is an electronic device that has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data, and can be programmed with instructions that it remembers. The physical parts that make up a computer are called hardware. Programs that tell a computer what to do are called software.
GamesA game is generally a contest, physical or mental, which is played according to certain rules, for amusement, recreation, or for winning a stake. Games have been in existence as long as humankind has had leisure time.
SportsSports are activities that are governed by a set of rules or customs and often engaged in competitively. Sports commonly refer to activities where the physical capabilities of the competitor are the sole or primary determiner of the outcome (winning or losing), but the term is also used to include activities such as mind sports and motor sports where mental acuity or equipment quality are major factors.
Ball Sports (Ball games)Ball sports are sports played with a ball. Someone who plays a ball game is known as a ballplayer.
Bat-and-Ball Sports (Bat-and-ball games)In these sports, the ball is propelled by a bat or stick-like club to a desired location.
Two-Goal Sports (Two-goal games)In two-goal sports, two opposing teams carry a ball up and down a measured field in hopes of getting it past an opponent and into a goal to score.
Volleying Sports (Volleying games)In volleying sports, a ball is hit either by a racket, paddle or fist over a net to be returned by the opposing player or team.
Ball Target Sports (Ball target games)In ball target sports, a ball is thrown by an individual to make contact with another ball or pin, and knock it over or out of bounds.
Ways to Make CoffeeCoffee is a beverage made by grinding roasted coffee beans and allowing hot water to flow through them. It is the world's most popular processed beverage. At present, 85 percent of Americans begin their day by making some form of the drink, and will consume three cups of it over the course of the day. There are many ways to brew a cup or a pot of coffee. Sugar and milk or cream are added to the drinker's taste.
Systems in the Human BodyAn anatomical system is a group of organs acting together to perform a biological process. Systems work together to make up an organism, the human body.
Blood VesselsBlood vessels are made of muscular or elastic tissue and
serve as tubes in the circulatory system to transport blood pumped by the heart. The vessels vary in size depending on their proximity to
the heart.
ArteriesArteries carry blood away from the heart. To the body through the aorta it is oxygenated and to the lungs via the pulmonary artery it is deoxygenated.
Human Digestive Organs (The gut)The digestive system is a tract of tissues and organs made of smooth muscle that break down food, absorb the nutrients and water from it, and excrete the waste.
Human CellsCells are the smallest building blocks of living
organisms. Human cells are eukaryotic, meaning that they consist of
structures within internal membranes. In the case of animals and
humans, the metabolic machinery and nucleus are incased by a
semipermeable plasma membrane. Cells carry DNA, produce proteins and
chemicals, and create the framework necessary for life.
Human Immune CellsImmune cells are white blood cells, also called leukocytes, involved in the immune response and defend against disease and infection. They are made in the bone marrow and thymus and circulate in the blood and lymphatic tissues.
T CellsT cells are lymphocytes conditioned in the thymus to
recognize self-antigen. T cells distinguish between invading elements and host cells by two different types of cell surface complexes.
B CellsB cells are lymphocytes that make antibodies against specific antigen during an immune response. They are produced in the bone marrow and mature in the spleen. Antibodies are proteins that bind to the surface of a cell to mark it for destruction by other components of the immune response. B cells are ctivated in a two step process of engulfing the foreign particles and recognizing them on their own surface.
Skeletal JointsJoints are the contact points for bones in the skeleton. They are classified based on structure, function, biomechanics, and anatomy. Ligaments are connective tissues that lay over the joints to help hold bones in place.
Synovial Joint (Diarthrosis joint)A synovial joint is a structural classification for
bones that are not directly joined. They are the most movable parts of the skeleton. They contain synovial fluid for lubrication against articular cartilage and a synovial membrane.
Human Skeletal BonesBones are the framework for the body. An adult human normally has approximately 206 bones. They contain marrow which produces red and white blood cells and are joined by cartilage and connective tissues. The shape and size of a bone often dictates its particular function.
Respiratory Tract StructuresThe respiratory tract is the path air takes in through the
mouth and nose to the lungs. It is divided into the upper and lower respiratory tracts.
Neurotransmitter SystemsNeurotransmitter systems are common chemical communication
pathways in the central nervous system. Neurons emit neurotransmitters to control many biological processes such as pain, anxiety, emotion, blood pressure, and consciousness.
Life InsuranceLife insurance is a contract in which an insurance company agrees to pay money to a designated beneficiary upon the death of the policy holder. In exchange, the policyholder pays a regularly scheduled fee, known as the insurance premiums. Life insurance exists to provide financial support to those who survive the policyholder, such as family members or business partners. When the policyholder dies, the insurance proceeds usually pass to the beneficiaries free of probate, though they can be counted for federal estate tax purposes.
Whole Life Insurance (Straight Life Insurance, Ordinary Life Insurance, Permanent Insurance)Whole life insurance provides coverage for the entire life of the policyholder. Whole life insurance has a fixed premium throughout the lifetime of the insured (although some other types of whole life insurance have varying premiums.) The amount of premiums paid build up cash value that may be paid out to the policyholder when he or she surrenders or partially surrenders the policy. Whole life insurance policy owners can use the cash reserves as collateral for low-interest loans or to roll back into the policy to fund future premiums. Some firms share investment proceeds with policyholders in the form of a dividend.
Benefits:
Whole life insurance provides the insured with uninterrupted coverage until his death, unless cancelled sooner. Straight whole life insurance has a premium that is fixed and predictable. The cash value may be accessed during the life of the insured either as collateral for a loan or to fund future premiums. The annual increase in the cash value of the policy is not taxed. If the policyholder surrenders the policy, a portion of the payment is not taxable.
Disadvantages:
Whole life insurance of this type has no investment interest income beyond the amount of premiums paid in.
Plant TissueA tissue is a collection of cells working together to
achieve a biological function. In plants, the tissue systems make up
what is referred to as biomass. Various plant tissues produce energy
by converting sunlight and carbon dioxide into oxygen and sugar in a
process called photosynthesis, transport water and nutrients
throughout the plant, or provide protection to the plant's structure.
Plant CellsCells are the smallest building blocks of living
organisms. Plant cells are eukaryotic, meaning that they consist of
structures within internal membranes. However, they differ from cells
in other eukaryotes by having organelles called chloroplasts that
facilitate photosynthesis, have a cell wall as opposed to an outer
membrane, and contain a large vacuole for internal storage.
Plant ParenchymaThe parenchyma of the plant constitutes thin walled cells
making up the bulk of nonwoody structures. Parenchyma cells make up a
plant's ground tissue and epidermis as well as being part of the
transport system in vascular plants.
Animal TissueA tissue is a collection of cells working together to
achieve a biological function. All organs and structures in an animal,
from humans to insects, are made of tissues.
NeuronsNeurons, or nerve cells, are excitable electric conduction
cells in the nervous system. They are present in the brain, spinal
cord, and peripheral nerves. They are made of a cell body, axon, and
dendrites. The cells communicate with chemicals via synaptic
transmission beginning with the generation of action potential, a
propagating electric signal. They can be classified by their function.
EpitheliumEpithelium is made from layers of epithelial cells that
cover the surfaces of the organs to protect, absorb water and
nutrients, and secrete chemicals and other factors depending on the
function of the organ. Most glands are also made of this tissue. They
are classified by shape, layering (or stratification), and
specialization.
NursesNurses are trained professionals who deliver medical care to ill or injured patients. Nurses independently assess and monitor patients. They determine what patients need to regain and preserve their health. Nurses provide care and, if needed, alert other health care professionals to assist. Nurses coordinate care given by physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, physical therapists and others.
Nurses generally fall into several main groups, depending on where they work: in hospitals, in private practice, in homes, schools and industrial settings.
Flat Screen TVFlat screen TV is a growing trend in TV viewing. Flat panel is a generic term for a TV that is thin enough to be hung on a wall and has an exceptionally accurate, distortion-free picture to the edge of the screen. The flat screen can have a 160 degree viewing angle, producing a quality picture when viewed from anywhere in a room. CRT, LCD, plasma and DLP technology can utilize a flat screen. A flat screen can range in size from 1.8'' to 84'' and is often compatible with a personal computer.
Ways to Cook EggsChicken eggs can be cooked and served in a wide variety of ways. While the issue of whether the cholesterol in this predominantly breakfast food is good for you or bad for you is still being debated, eggs definitely provide an abundance of other essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12, A, and E, iron, and zinc to name a few. They are also rich in protein.
Wireless Networking StandardsWireless networks allow computers and electronic devices to communicate with each other wirelessly--that is, without the use of wires or cables. Various types of data can then be shared among the wirelessly connected devices.
Biological ImmunityImmunity is the biological defense against infection and
disease. It is mediated by immune cells and their products, which are
part of the immune system. The type of immunity is based on the
biological components that take part, when it occurs in the course of
invasion by foreign material, and how defense is achieved.
Urinary Tract Structures (Excretory system, Urinary system)The urinary tract is responsible for the body's fluid balance. Consisting of the kidneys, bladder, and urethra the system is involved in maintaining water and electrolyte levels. The kidneys contain a complex network of blood vessels and capillaries to filter wastes into the bladder for excretion in the form of urine.
Human Kidney StructuresThe kidney is a bean shaped organ made of intricate webs of blood vessels and drainage canals for filtering wastes from the blood and maintaining the fluid and electrolyte balance of the body. Humans have two kidneys, but can function with just one in the absence of disease. Kidneys are cushioned in the human abdomen by fatty tissue called peri-nephric fat, which also protects the attached adrenal gland. Waste filtered out by the kidney drains into the bladder as urine, making the kidney one of the main structures of the urinary tract.
Renal Tubule StructuresThe renal tubule is the portion of the nephron, the basic functional unit of the kidney, which carries filtered fluid from the glomerulus to the collecting ducts. In the process, parts of the tubule act on the fluid to further filter the waste and maintain balance by reabsorbing water, salts, glucose, and amino acids. The parts of the tubule include the proximal tubule, the loop of Henle, and the distal convoluted tubule.
Eukaryotic Cytoskeletal ProteinsCytoskeletal proteins make up the cytoskeleton of a cell. The cytoskeleton is a basic structural framework providing the cell a shape as well as providing internal transport pathways, aiding in cell division, and performing functional tasks such as motion. The cytoskeleton is dynamic and always changing based on the needs and functions of the cell. Traditionally thought to occur only in eukaryotes, evidence of their presence in prokaryotes has also been observed.
Eukaryotic Intermediate FilamentsIntermediate filaments are cytoskeleton proteins that are approximately 10 nm in diameter and made of two parallel helices. They are stable components of the eukaryotic cytoskeleton. Along with microfilaments they bear tension to maintain the cell's shape, but they also organize the interior of the cell by anchoring organelles, are integrated into the structure of the nuclear envelope, and participating in cell junctions. Different types of intermediate filaments are present in different types of cells and structures.
Human Brain Regions (Brain regions, Cerebrum regions, Functional areas of the human cerebral cortex, Cerebral cortex)The brain is the main processing unit of the central nervous system. It is made of what is referred to as grey matter, and consists of cells called neurons. The brain is divided into hemispheres, the right and left. The functional part of the brain is called the cerebrum, or cerebral cortex. The various areas of the cerebral cortex, referred to as lobes, are associated with its various general functions. The brain is further broken down into various regions and subregions that are more specifically, and theoretically, associated with exact cause and effect actions of the nervous system as well as the circulation of cerebrospinal fluid.
Human Brainstem StructuresThe brain stem is the lower part of the human brain where the spinal cord enters the grey matter of the cerebrum. The parts of the brain stem include the medulla, pons, and midbrain. The brain stem is where the cranial nerves and the motor and sensory neurons of the spinal cord converge, making it an extremely vulnerable structure. The brain stem is also involved in integrative biological functions.
Canker Sores (Aphthous ulcer)Canker sores are painful mouth ulcers, or lesions, with a red border and whitish center. They affect the soft tissues of the mouth including the gums, under the tongue, and inside the lip. The sores can be caused by injury to the tissue from chewing or rough brushing, bacterial infection, an immune or allergic reaction, salty or spicy food irritation, or underlying inflammatory diseases.
Taste Sensations (Gustatory cells)Taste sensations are relayed to the brain by taste buds. Taste buds are small structures on the tongue made up of a chemoreceptor, a nerve ending sensitive to chemicals, on a supportive envelope. They conduct signals through ion channels or G-protein coupled receptors. There are more than 10,000 taste buds on an average human tongue.
Human TeethTeeth are hard, enamel covered structures in the mouth that are used to chew, tear, and scrape. Humans have two sets of teeth in their lifetime
Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic surgery [elective alterations], Reconstructive surgery [correcting an abnormality])Plastic surgery is any elective surgical procedure to
shape, reform, or alter the function of an anatomical part. It is a
specialty for medical doctors and requires additional certification
for practice. It is done for both cosmetic and medical reasons.
ArthritisArthritis is damage to or inflammation of the skeletal
joints. The result is often stiffness of the joints and pain. It is
common in older individuals and is characterized by the cause of the
damage.
BalloonsBalloons are rubber, nylon, polyester, or vinyl bags that are filled with various assortments of air,
gases, or liquids. They come in all shapes and sizes and are used as toys, aircraft, transportation, for
celebrations, businesses, science, military, personal use, and sports to name a few. The use of balloons as aircraft is called ballooning.
Pillow StuffingPillows are soft, stuffed sacks that are primarily used for comfort during sleeping, but can also be used for decoration, added comfort for sitting, for propping, and for cushioning. They can be stuffed with a variety of firm, rough, soft, squishy synthetic and natural materials. |
