Learn about the law of definition proportions in chemistry. This is also called Proust's law or the law of constant composition. Law of Definite Proportions – Law of Constant Composition This entry was posted on March 16, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on July 4, 2023)
Learn the differences between prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells. Also, see the similarities between prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Prokaryotic vs Eukaryotic Cells – Similarities and Differences This entry was posted on March 15, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on June 23, 2026)
Get free biology notes, worksheets, quizzes, and slides that you can download and print in PDF, PNG, and Google Classroom formats. Biology Worksheets, Notes, and Quizzes (PDF and PNG) This entry was posted on March 14, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on July 27, 2025)
Learn how to make a homemade desiccator. The desiccant container protects items from humidity or dries them out if they get wet. How to Make a Homemade Desiccator – Desiccant Container This entry was posted on March 13, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on March 17, 2022)
Learn the difference between isotropic and anisotropic. Get the definitions of the terms and examples in materials science and optics. Isotropic vs Anisotropic – Definition and Examples This entry was posted on March 12, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on March 21, 2022)
Learn about the law of multiple proportions. Get the definition, see examples, and discover the limitations of this chemistry law. Law of Multiple Proportions – Dalton’s Law This entry was posted on March 10, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on July 4, 2023)
Learn the difference between adhesion and cohesion. See examples, including how these processes affect water molecules. Adhesion vs Cohesion This entry was posted on March 9, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on June 6, 2026)
Get the chemical formula definition and examples. Learn about the different types of chemical formulas for compounds. Chemical Formula Definition and Examples This entry was posted on March 8, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on October 15, 2023)
Learn about the Mohs hardness scale and see how diamond, fingernail, and other materials rank. See examples of mineral hardness values. Mohs Hardness Scale This entry was posted on March 6, 2022 by Anne Helmenstine (updated on May 10, 2026)