Many people confuse the two terms and even think they’re just two names for the same problem, but there’s a huge difference between stroke and heart attack. Both conditions are dangerous and even potentially deadly. They may even have some similar symptoms, but they affect two distinct organs, and their management is different too. Let’s…
Everybody’s heard of them and everybody uses them nowadays, yet most of us don’t know the actual difference between MP3 and MP4 files. If you ask most people, they’ll tell you that MP4 is just a better, newer version of the MP3 format, but this is not quite true. Although the names may suggest that…
Before you knock back a shot of mezcal or tequila, how about you put your expertise on alcohol to the test? How much do you know about these two drinks and how they are made? And can you tell the difference between mezcal and tequila without looking at their labels? They are both made from…
Many times you hear people use the terms, Land Rover and Range Rover, interchangeably. Are these two vehicles the same thing or is there a noticeable difference between the two? The Land Rover used to be a rugged off-road vehicle, but it is now considered to be a luxury SUV. The Range Rover is simply…
When working in SQL, a join is used to combine and return specific rows of data from two or more tables within a database. There are two types of joins: inner join and outer join. An inner join will find and return matching data in tables. An outer join will find and return matching data…
Some recipes call for butter, while others specify margarine. Some people prefer to use margarine rather than butter. Is there really a difference between the two? If there is a difference, what is it? What is Butter Butter is a dairy product that is made by churning milk or cream. By churning it, the…
You see distilled water and purified water at the grocery store and have probably wondered what the difference between the two is. Can they be used interchangeably? Is there a difference in taste? What is Purified Water This refers to the quality of water, it is the purest water that is available. For water…
Before entering a graduate program, most people will probably not have heard anything about the GRE or the GMAT tests. Students must submit either a GRE score or a GMAT score when submitting an application for most graduate programs. Each test contains a quantitative, verbal and writing component. GMAT is used mostly for business school…
Many people wonder if there’s really such a big difference between HD and SD and if it’s actually worth it to pay more for high definition movies or TV sets. To help you make an informed decision, let’s analyze both types of resolutions in more detail to see what they entail and what separates them…
It’s difficult to tell the difference between love and infatuation, especially when you’re young, easily impressionable and inexperienced in the world of romance and dating. While, when you’re thinking of your romantic interest, you don’t really care if they call this love or infatuation, it may come in handy to know how to differentiate the…
These two drugs are common medications prescribed to ADHD sufferers. They both reduce impulsive behavior and help you focus and concentrate on your tasks better, but what’s the difference between Adderall and Ritalin? They work in similar ways and share many side effects, but there are important factors that separate them. Below we’ll explain the…
Whether you’re learning how to code or you’re just interested in the ins and outs of the Internet, learning the difference between GET and POST may come in handy at some point. They are both methods through which a browser communicates with the server, but they have distinct qualities and their own specific advantages and…
Switches and routers are both networking devices and the terms are often used interchangeably, but if you think they’re one and the same thing, you’re wrong. There’s actually a difference between switch and router, although not that obvious for the “uninitiated”. Let’s see what both gadgets are exactly and what tells them apart, so that…
In a market economy, policy makers basically have two main tools to influence a countries’ economic activity and growth: monetary and fiscal. They both seem to have the same purpose, but what’s the difference between fiscal and monetary policy? Let’s analyze both concepts in detail and see what they mean and what sets them apart….
When it comes to genes verses allele, how many of us can say for certain what the difference is? A gene is a part of the DNA. An allele refers to the different versions of the same gene. Alleles Alleles are the various sequences in the DNA that determine what characteristics an individual will…
The difference between science and pseudoscience is pretty obvious since pseudo means not genuine or a sham. Therefore, pseudoscience is not genuine science. But there is more to it than this; pseudoscience can be a dangerous thing as people follow the false teachings of pseudoscience instead of relying on real science. Science Science is…
Dandruff and dry scalp, contrary to popular belief, are not the same. Your scalp renews its skin cells just like every other skin cells in your body. Every 24 hours, your skin cells renew and form new cells underneath the olds. The old ones are then sloughed off. Dandruff Surprisingly, dandruff is not caused…
Judaism and Christianity are very similar in that they both believe in one God who is omniscient, omnipresent, eternal, infinite and almighty. Both religions believe that God is holy, just and righteous, while also being forgiving and merciful. The same Hebrew Scriptures, the Old Testament, are the authoritative Word of God. Even with these similarities,…
Both anxiety and depression are medical disorders that can affect a person’s way of life. Many people think that anxiety and depression is the same thing, which is not correct. A diagnosis of anxiety does not mean that you are suffering from depression. The Clinical Symptoms There is a notable difference in the clinical…
The Difference between Rotation and Revolution Many people tend to confuse the two terms, but there’s a clear difference between rotation and revolution. While both describe circular movements, those motions are quite distinct, and knowing how to tell them apart can be important – especially in astronomy and physics, for instance. Let’stake a closer look…
Those who love seafood won’t mind at all if any of the two crustaceans land on their plate, but, for the sake of curious minds, what’s the difference between shrimp and prawn? Both are delicious when cooked right, look similar, and taste pretty much the same, but they are not necessarily the same thing. Or…
Both UTI and yeast infection are common vaginal problems that affect women. The symptoms can be similar but there are indicators that are different for each condition. Sometimes women think they have a common yeast infection when in fact they are suffering from a UTI or urinary tract infection. Causes of UTI Urinary tract…
Saturated and unsaturated fats are necessary for the body to be healthy; however, too much fat in a diet is unhealthy. It is suggested that your diet have a higher amount of unsaturated fats in your diet then saturated fats to prevent heart disease and help your good cholesterol levels. Effects on Your Health…
Vegetarian and vegan may sound the same, but there are marked differences that should be addressed. A vegetarian excludes meat, seafood and poultry from their diet. There are some vegetarians who also exclude dairy and eggs from their diet some choose to not do so. A vegan will avoid meat, seafood, poultry and all animal…
People tend to think that Hydrocodone and Oxycodone is the same thing since they are both analgesics prescribed for pain relief, but in reality they are two totally different ingredients in prescription medications. Hydrocodone is the active ingredient in prescription medications such as Vicodin and Norco. Oxycodone is the active ingredient in OxyContin and Percocet…
Many people across the globe are unsure of the difference between Muslim and Islam. They assume that the two are the same thing, but this is accurate. Muslim and Islam have similarities but they are two different religions. Definition of Muslim and Islam From the etymology for the word Islam evolved the definition of…
Anxiety attacks and panic attacks, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing. Clinically speaking, anxiety attacks and panic attacks are defined by different features. Medical professionals will use a handbook called the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders or DSM-5. Panic Attack This describes features associated with panic disorder. Although, it…
Is there really a difference between sea salt and table salt? Most people assume that they are the same thing and while that is partially true, there are definite differences between the two. The three main differences between sea salt and table salt are texture, taste and processing. Texture Sea salt generally comes in…
Sorbet and sherbet are very similar in their base ingredients and they are both icy treats to be enjoyed any time. Many people believe that sorbet and sherbet is the same thing and there is no difference. This is not true as there are some big differences between them. Sorbet There are only two…
One of the biggest misconceptions regarding vulcanism is related to the difference between lava and magma. Both of them are molten rock and they both have to do with volcanoes, so why the distinct names? Well, because although they are, indeed similar, lava and magma are not one and the same thing. Let’s have a…
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