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Chess: The Story Behind This Fine Art | EstheraSTEM

Chess is an ancient board game that goes back centuries. It is a board game which involves two players. It is sometimes called  international chess  or  Western chess  to distinguish it from  related games  such as  xiangqi  (Chinese chess) and  shogi  (Japanese chess). Chess is an  abstract strategy game  that is played on a  chessboard  with 64 squares arranged in an 8×8 grid. The players, referred to as  "White" and "Black" , each control 16  pieces 1 King  1 Queen  2 Rooks 2 Knights 2 Bishops 8 Pawns How is Chess Played? White moves first , followed by Black . The game is won by checkmating the opponent's king, In other words, threatening it with inescapable capture. There are several ways a game can end in a draw or stalemate. Each Chess piece moves a certain way: •The Queen moves diagonally, horizontally & vertically in all directions. •The King can move one square at ...

The Scientific Methods

To begin with, What is this Intriguing method? The Scientific Method is a series of procedures that individuals can utilize to know more about the world around them, better that knowledge, and set out to to elucidate why and/or how things come about. This method, or as they say Modus Operandi in Latin , involves recognizing observations, devising inquiries, forming hypotheses, performing experiments, analyzing the given facts and drawing a deduction. Every scientific experiment performed exemplifies the scientific method in action, but it is also used by non-science figures in everyday situations. Introduction: A biology investigation usually starts with an observation—that is, something that catches the biologist’s attention. For instance, a cancer biologist might notice that a specific kind of cancer can't be treated with chemotherapy and begin to wonder what the reason behind this abnormal result the case is. A marine ecologist, seeing that the coral reefs of her/his field site...

How to Build a STEM Club in Your School - EstheraSTEM

  In this era of technological advancements and scientific discoveries, fostering Students interest in STEM is crucial. And one effective way to accomplish this is by establishing a STEM Club in your school. In this blog post, We will guide you through the process of building a STEM Club in your school and highlight the resources and support EstheraSTEM (a leading non-profit organization dedicated to promoting STEM Education) offer to help you. Getting Started The first step in building a STEM Club is to lay a strong foundation for the driving force behind the club which include passionate individuals (students, teachers and mentors). Gaining support from teachers, parents and school administrators can help make the Club a reality. Defining the Club Vision and Goals Every STEM Club needs a clear vision and goal that defines the purpose of the Club whether it was established to foster curiosity, encourage innovation or promote career exploration in STEM Fields. Planning Engaging Act...

Exploring the Universe with Astrophysics - EstheraSTEM

Astrophysics, the scientific study of the universe offer the pathway for us to understand and explore space and unravel mysteries of the universe (a vast place full of galaxies, stars, and planets). Astrophysics provides insights into the fundamental forces and phenomena that shapes our cosmic surrounding. In this blog post, We will embark on a journey of exploration, delve into the World of Astrophysics and uncover incredible discoveries and advancement in the Field. 1. Star A star is an astronomical object comprising a luminous spheroid of plasma held together by self-gravity. It  is a large ball of burning gas in space. Stars appear to us as small points of light in the sky on clear nights. •The Nearest Star to Earth is the Sun. 2. Cosmic Mysteries The mysteries of the cosmos continue to captivate and challenge scientists worldwide. From the enigmatic nature of dark matter and dark energy to the search for extraterrestrial life, each cosmic mystery holds the potential to reshape...