The Rule of Nines is a quick assessment tool used to determine the size and severity of a burn in medical situations. Learn what it is and how to use it here!
The Kansas–Nebraska Act was an influential precursor to the American Civil War and may have even led to its outburst. Learn about free and slave states here.
Irony is a literary and rhetorical device commonly used in all kinds of art, including writing. Learn about the three main forms of irony and their meanings here!
Myths are passed down origin stories, legends are exaggerated, fables teach a lesson, and fairy tales teach a lesson. Read more about their differences here!
The periodic table of elements is a tabular display organizing elements by properties. Learn about one of the most important tools you will use in chemistry here!
Authors will use descriptive text to bring their writing to life by forming a vivid image in the reader’s mind. Learn how to write descriptive text better here!
Technical writing documents objective processes, such as making software manuals or instructional materials. Learn the applications and process of this writing!
In physics, work means the energy transferred when a force displaces an object. Learn about how work relates to force and distances with examples here!
The First World War began in July 1914, lasted through November 1918, and was ignited by the Sarajevo assassination. Learn about World War I's history here!