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Christine Sarikas

Christine graduated from Michigan State University with degrees in Environmental Biology and Geography and received her Master's from Duke University. In high school she scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT and was named a National Merit Finalist. She has taught English and biology in several countries.

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What Are The 5 Love Languages?

Love languages are an extremely popular way to learn more about yourself, your partner, and what you both need to do to make your relationship a success. They can even be used for platonic relationships or even just to better understand your own needs. 

But what are the love languages, and how are they actually useful? In this guide, we explain the history of love languages, what are the five love languages, and how to best use this information in your own relationships.

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Quiz: What Is My Love Language?

Have you heard about the five love languages and are wondering, "what is my love language?" Knowing your love language can make your relationships more fulfilling and stress-free, but first you have to figure out what your love language is. We've created a fast, highly-accurate love language quiz for you to learn where each love language ranks in priority for you. Armed with this information, you can then read explanations of each love language and learn how you can use this information to improve your relationships.

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The 14 Most Unusual College Majors: Is One Right for You?

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the top five most popular college majors are business, health profession-related majors, history or social science majors, psychology, and biology. But what if none of those pique your interest? What if you want to major in something more off-the-beaten-path, or even just get a broader idea of what options you have for potential college majors? We're here to help!

We've compiled a list of 14 unusual yet cool college majors, ranging from bagpiping to puppetry. After looking through our list of the most unusual college majors, you'll also learn which colleges allow you to design your own major, and what the pros and cons of getting an unusual major are.

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The Best Scholarships for International Students

Many international students hoping to study in the United States are interested in scholarships for international students. But can international students get financial aid in the US?

The truth is that it's often very difficult for international students to get substantial financial aid. However, it is possible to not only get financial aid as an international student, but to get a very generous aid package that pays for most or all of your university expenses. In this article on financial aid for international students, we go over all your options and explain where to spend the most time looking for scholarships and which routes will likely not get you the financial aid you're hoping for.

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157 Fun Trivia Questions for Kids and Adults

Looking for fun and challenging trivia questions and answers? We've got them! Use our list of over 150 questions to change up your game nights. We've organized the trivia questions into eight categories, including movies, science, history, random trivia questions, and trivia questions for kids.

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Is It Gray or Grey? How to Spell the Color

If you want to spell that color between white and black, how do you spell it? Is it grey or gray? Why are there even two spellings to begin with? And how can you be sure you're using the correct one? Read on to learn the answers to each of these questions!

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Who Is Medusa, the Snake-Haired Gorgon?

You've probably heard of Medusa and know that she's the woman with snakes for hair. But who is Medusa really? How did she come to be so terrifying, and who killed Medusa in the end? The Medusa story is one of the most popular and enduring of all ancient Greek myths, and here we explain Medusa's entire life (and after death) story.

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Yin and Yang: What Does the Symbol Mean?

You've seen the symbol, but what does yin yang mean? Not to mention, which is yin and which is yang? Yin and yang principles have a long and fascinating history behind them, and we've compiled all the most interesting and important bits in this article. Read on to learn:

  • The different meanings of yin and yang
  • What the yin yang symbol means and why it looks the way it does
  • A brief history of yin and yang (this symbol has been around much longer than you think!)
  • How yin yang principles have been used by everybody from politicians to interior decorators to martial artists
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What Is Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs? The 5 Levels Explained

You've probably heard of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, but what does it actually mean? Maslow's hierarchy is frequently mentioned, but what are its main points, why has it become so popular, and is it even accurate? In this article, we dive into Maslow's hierarchy of needs and answer the following questions:

  • What is Maslows hierarchy of needs?
  • What are the five levels of Maslow's hierarchy (and why do some sources mention eight levels?)
  • What are some Maslow's hierarchy of needs examples?
  • How is Maslow's hierarchy used in the real world?
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Ksp Chemistry: Complete Guide to the Solubility Constant

Are you learning chemistry but don’t quite understand the solubility product constant or want to learn more about it? Not sure how to calculate molar solubility from $K_s_p$? The solubility constant, or $K_s_p$, is an important part of chemistry, particularly when you’re working with solubility equations or analyzing the solubility of different solutes. When you have a solid grasp of $K_s_p$, those questions become much easier to answer!

In this $K_s_p$ chemistry guide, we’ll explain the $K_s_p$ chemistry definition, how to solve for it (with examples), which factors affect it, and why it’s important. At the bottom of this guide, we also have a table with the $K_s_p$ values for a long list of substances to make it easy for you to find solubility constant values.

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10 Key Differences Between Mitosis and Meiosis

Getting mitosis and meiosis confused on a biology exam can cost you a lot of points, so it's important to keep these two cellular processes straight. In this guide, we break down mitosis vs meiosis, explain each of the processes, and lay out their similarities and differences so that you’ll be able to easily explain what each process does and how the two differ.

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What Are Hydrates? Definition, Naming, and Examples

What are hydrates? If you're studying chemistry, you probably need to know what a hydrate is and the role it serves.

In this guide, we give a complete explanation of hydrates, including the hydrate definition, the three different types of hydrates, the rules you need to know to name hydrates and write out their formulas, and common hydrate examples you may have heard of.

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3 Key Tips to Ace the AP Calculus BC Free Response

The AP Calculus BC Free Response section can be intimidating if you aren't prepared. You'll need to answer six multi-part questions to show your skills in numerous calculus topics. However, when you know what to expect from this section, you'll save yourself a lot of anxiety and can create a study plan to help you get a top AP score. In this guide, we explain everything you need to know about the AP Calc BC free response section, including what the format is, when you can and can't use a calculator, what sample questions look like and how to get a top score on them, and what study tips you need to keep in mind.

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What Is AP Environmental Science? Expert Guide

Are you thinking about taking AP Environmental Science but want more information on the course before you decide to enroll? Well, you've come to the right place! AP Environmental Science (also called AP Enviro or APES) is one of the most popular AP classes—but sometimes students don't know much about it before they enroll, which can make the class difficult and not very enjoyable.

So what is AP Environmental Science? In this guide, I'll explain what topics the course covers, show you some sample test problems, and discuss who should take the class (it might not be who you're expecting). After, I'll end with some tips for success should you decide to take AP Enviro. Let's get started!

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Understanding Atomic Radius Trends: The 2 Key Principles

Need information on atomic radius trends? What's the trend for atomic radius? In this guide, we’ll clearly explain atomic radius trends and how they work. We’ll also discuss exceptions to the trends and how you can use this information as part of a broader understanding of chemistry.

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