What is a Komodo dragon?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteKomodo dragons are the largest and heaviest lizards on Earth. The name ‘Komodo dragon’ originated from rumours claiming that a dragon-like creature inhabited the island of Komodo. Local people call them ‘ora’ or land crocodile. They are powerful-looking reptiles with long and flat heads, scaly skin, arched legs, as well as huge and muscular tails. […]
How do stalagmite and stalactite form?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteStalactites and stalagmites are types of rock formation prevalent in limestone caves. A stalactite hangs from the ceiling or sides of a cave whereas a stalagmite appears like an inverted stalactite, rising from the floor of the cave. The words ‘stalactites’ and ‘stalagmites’ can be traced back to the Greek word “stalassein,” which means ‘to […]
How the King Cobra got its name?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe King Cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) is one of the most menacing snakes in the world. They are able to reach 5.5 metres in length, making them the longest venomous species of snakes in the world. The name ‘King Cobra’ was designated as it possesses large scales on its head that resemble a King’s crown. Albeit […]
Golden Rice
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDeficiency of vitamin A is a global predicament, particularly in developing countries. This is consequently due to poor diet practices as a result of poverty. Hence, a novel type of rice plant was designed to curb this predicament. The name ‘Golden Rice’ was designated due to the yellowish-orange grains produced by the plant.