Key Difference – Biodegradable vs Non-Biodegradable The terms ‘biodegradable’ and ‘non-biodegradable’ describe a substance’s ability to decompose by means of natural agents. The term ‘bio’ implies biological nature of decomposition agent, and natural substances like water, ultraviolet rays, oxygen, ozone, etc., or a microorganism such as bacteria, fungi, etc. are examples of natural decomposition […]
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Difference Between URI and URL
Key Difference – URI vs URL The two terms Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) and Uniform Resource Locator (URL) are sometimes used interchangeably. The difference between URI and URL may be a bit confusing, but the following section will guide you through both the above topics and try to increase your understanding regarding the difference […]
Difference Between Freeware and Open Source
Key Difference – Freeware vs Open Source The key difference between freeware and open source is that open source has a visible source code, community support, a large program base that comes with the potential for improvement and is not owned by a person. Freeware is usually a small software that is free of […]
Difference Between Aerobic and Anaerobic Fermentation
Key Difference – Aerobic vs Anaerobic Fermentation The term Aerobic fermentation is a misnomer since fermentation is anaerobic, i.e., it does not require Oxygen. Thus, aerobic fermentation does not actually refer to a fermentation process; this process refers to the process of cellular respiration. The key difference between aerobic and anaerobic fermentation is that […]
Difference Between PVC and HDPE
Key Difference – PVC vs HDPE PVC and HDPE are two types of polymeric synthetic plastic materials which are used in many industrial applications. The key difference between HDPE and PVC is the difference in density; HDPE is denser than PVC, and this leads to differences in their physical properties and industrial applications. In […]
Difference Between Fermentation and Glycolysis
Key Difference – Fermentation vs Glycolysis Both fermentation and glycolysis are processes of converting complex molecules such as sugars and carbohydrates into simple forms. Fermentation uses yeast or bacteria in the process of conversion whereas glycolysis does not. This is the key difference between fermentation and glycolysis, and further differences will be discussed in […]
Difference Between Laxative and Diuretic
The key difference between laxative and diuretic is that laxatives are substances that induce bowel movements or loosen stools while diuretics are substances that promote the production of urine. Laxatives and diuretics are two types of medications that induce excretory functions in the body. However, there are several differences between laxatives and diuretics. CONTENTS 1. Overview and Key Difference 2. What is […]
Difference Between HTST and UHT Pasteurization Techniques
Key Difference – HTST vs UHT Pasteurization Techniques Pasteurization is defined as partial sterilization of a substance and especially a liquid (as milk) at a temperature and for a period of exposure that destroys objectionable organisms without major chemical alteration of the substance. It was invented by Louis Pasteur. In HTST Pasteurization, the product […]
Difference Between Alkanes and Alkenes
Key Difference – Alkanes vs Alkenes Alkanes and Alkenes are two types of hydrocarbon families which contain carbon and hydrogen in their molecular structure. The key difference between Alkanes and Alkenes is their chemical structure; alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons with the general molecular formula of CnH2n+2 and alkenes are said to be an unsaturated […]
Difference Between Dietary Fiber and Crude Fiber
Key Difference – Dietary Fiber vs Crude Fiber Dietary fiber is an indigestible portion of food derived from plants. It is the sum of both soluble and non-soluble fiber groups. Crude fiber is part of insoluble fiber found in the edible portion of the plant cell wall. This is the key difference between dietary […]