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Stem Cells
Stem cells are the raw materials for other body cells. They are considered raw materials, because all other cells with…
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Uses of Biotechnology in Environment
Bioremediation It refers to the cleaning of environment with the help of living organisms. Living organisms range from microorganisms to…
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Government Space Agencies
The following table lists down the major government space agencies of the world − Country/Region Agency Abbreviation United States National…
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Indian Space Research Organisations
The following table illustrates the major space research organizations of India − Research Organization Location Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre Thiruvananthapuram…
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Satellites Launched by India
The following table lists down the major satellites launched by India − Mission Launching Vehicle Year Discipline Aryabhatta Interkosmos-II 1975…
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Space Exploration – Timeline
The following table lists down the major space missions along with their timelines − Mission Year Comment Country WAC Corporal…
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India Defence Technology
The responsibility of developing India’s defense technology is assigned to the DRDO, i.e., the Defence Research and Development Organization. The…
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India Nuclear Program
India’s first nuclear program started in 1967. On May 18, 1974, India conducted its first nuclear weapon test. The first…
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Nuclear Energy by Country
Globally, there are about 31 countries in which nuclear power plants are functional. However, a few countries, such as France,…
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Nuclear Energy in India
Important Points About Nuclear Power in India Consider the following points about Nuclear Power in India − · Nuclear power in…
