
16 Intriguing Facts about Goblet Cells
1. The function of the goblet cell is to secrete gel forming mucins, which are the major component of mucus. 2. The goblet cell secretes mucus in two different ways: through basal secretion and stimulated secretion. Basal secretion is the normal level of secretion of mucus, which is accomplished by cytoskeletal movement of secretory granules. […]

25 Interesting Facts about Wind Energy
- mcambez
- Science
- Energy, Facts, Renewable Energy, Wind
The Global Wind Day is celebrated worldwide, annually on 15 June. This event is coordinated by EWEA (European Wind Energy Association) and GWEC (Global Wind Energy Council) through a network of partners, and the purpose of this day is to discover wind, its power and the possibilities it holds to change our world. This year […]

25 Interesting Facts about Turtles
- mcambez
- General Knowledge, Science
- Biology, Endangered Species, Facts, Turtles, Wildlife
Since 2000, May 23 – World Turtle Day, is sponsored yearly by the nonprofit corporation American Tortoise Rescue. The idea is to bring attention to, and increase knowledge of and respect for, turtles and tortoises and encourage human action to help them survive and thrive. This day is celebrated worldwide in a variety ways, dressing […]

25 Facts about Orcas (Killer Whales)
Orcas, also know as killer whales, are known to be powerful predators in the wild. Due to their magnitude and intelligence, orcas have been caught for aquariums and marina parks since the early 1960’s and is probably one of the most easily recognized cetacean species. Let’s see some fascinating facts about orcas! 1. The orca […]