Category: Philosophy

What is a mechanism? noun. an assembly of moving parts performing a complete functional motion, often being part of a large machine; linkage. the structure or arrangement of parts of a machine or similar device, or of anything analogous. the mechanical part of something; any mechanical device: the mechanism of a clock. What is a […]

What is the difference between a therapist and a psychologist? Psychologists with either degree can practice therapy but are required to complete several years of supervised practice before becoming licensed A therapist is a broader umbrella term for professionals who are trained—and often licensed—to provide a variety of treatments and rehabilitation for people What are […]

Is science good for IAS? So, can a science student do IAS? The answer is a resounding YES! Technically, they are as qualified as arts or commerce graduates. The unfamiliarity with the subjects can be easily tided over. Which is best IAS or scientist? IAS is better with very good pay and life settlement options….The […]

What is the function of segmentation? Segmentation provides the means for an organism to travel and protect its sensitive organs from damage. The ability to divide functions into different portions of the body allows an organism to perform increasingly complex activities and use different segments to perform varying functions. What is meant by segmentation? Definition: […]

What are the 6 types of intersections? How to Keep Yourself and Others Safe at Intersections A four-way. A four-way intersection is the most common type and involves the crossing of two roadways. A T-junction. A Y-intersection. A traffic circle. A “fork” Turning lanes. Controlled or uncontrolled. Pedestrian crosswalk. What is another name for a […]

What are the privacy issues? As danah boyd notes, privacy “is a feeling that people have when they feel as though they have two important things: 1) control over their social situation; and 2) enough agency to assert control”. As a result, having control of one’s personal information is vital. How is privacy affected by […]

How did the rich live in the Middle Ages? The homes of rich people were fancier than those of the peasants. They had paved floors and tapestries sometimes hung on walls. They made the house warmer. Only the rich people had glass in their windows. What would life be like in the Middle Ages? The […]

Who is a famous slam poet? George Watsky Watsky got his start in slam poetry when he was only 15, and has been producing work since then. Who is the audience for slam poetry? Here’s a great explanation of poetry slams: “Slams are open and democratic in nature; anyone who wishes to sign up for […]

How do we perceive? Our perceptions are based on how we interpret different sensations. The perceptual process begins with receiving stimuli from the environment and ends with our interpretation of those stimuli. When we attend to or select one specific thing in our environment, it becomes the attended stimulus. What does perceive mean? 1a : […]

What type of government did John Locke believe in? Locke favored a representative government such as the English Parliament, which had a hereditary House of Lords and an elected House of Commons. But he wanted representatives to be only men of property and business. Consequently, only adult male property owners should have the right to […]