Deems Ikegami (Stage Manager)

Chemical properties describe how a substance interacts with other substances to form new products. Key chemical properties include:Main chemical properties:- Reactivity - How readily a substance undergoes chemical change- Flammability - Ability to burn in presence of oxygen- Toxicity - Degree to which a substance can damage organisms- Acidity/Basicity - Measured by pH level- Oxidation states - Tendency to gain or lose electrons- Chemical stability - Resistance to chemical change- Heat of combustion - Energy released during burning- Radioactivity - Emission of radiation from atomic nucleiUnlike physical properties (color, density), chemical properties can only be observed during chemical reactions that change the substance's molecular structure.

As an MCA graduate from the region, I'd recommend looking beyond just Ambala. ACE in Ambala does have good infrastructure, but for the best hands-on experience, consider colleges in Chandigarh like MCM DAV College or Panjab University departments. The opportunities are significantly better because:- Proximity to IT Park - Chandigarh has actual IT companies for internships- Better industry interface - More guest lectures and workshops- Superior placement opportunities - Companies prefer visiting colleges with larger batchesIf you must choose in Ambala, focus on colleges that have active programming clubs, hackathon participation, and GitHub profiles for their students. These indicate practical learning beyond the curriculum. Also ask about internship stipends - colleges with good industry connections usually get paid internships for students.

Republic Day (January 26th) is crucial for India because it commemorates the adoption of our Constitution in 1950, transforming India from a British dominion to a sovereign republic. Its importance includes:Historical significance:- Marks the completion of India's transition to full self-governance- Honors Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and the Constituent Assembly who drafted the ConstitutionConstitutional importance:- Celebrates India becoming a democratic republic- Reinforces the principles of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity- Highlights the rule of law and fundamental rightsNational unity:- The grand parade in Delhi showcases India's military strength and cultural diversity- Brings together people from all states through cultural performances- Reinforces patriotic spirit and national integrationRepublic Day reminds us of our democratic values and constitutional rights as Indian citizens.

Having visited a Ferrero factory during a European tour, I can confirm the craftsmanship is incredible. What most people don't realize is the layering process - each Rocher has a whole hazelnut surrounded by chocolate, a wafer shell, more chocolate, and chopped hazelnuts, all finished with the gold wrapper. This isn't something that can be fully automated like regular chocolate bars.Also, the supply chain costs are significant - they source hazelnuts primarily from Turkey and Italy, cocoa from West Africa, and maintain consistent quality across global production. The gold foil, while thin, adds to the cost too. You're really paying for that distinctive texture combination and the brand's reputation for luxury gifting.

What many people don't realize is that the SDGs are actually a smart economic investment, not just moral obligations. For example, achieving gender equality (Goal 5) could add $12 trillion to global GDP by 2025. Climate action (Goal 13) could create 65 million new low-carbon jobs by 2030. The goals also recognize that problems are interconnected - you can't solve poverty without addressing climate change, and you can't achieve quality education without good health. This systems-thinking approach makes the SDGs more effective than previous development frameworks. Every country, including India, has localized these goals into their national development plans, making them relevant from village to national level.