Who found the first glass? The history of glass-making dates back to at least 3,600 BC in Mesopotamia, however some claim they may have been producing copies of glass objects from Egypt. Other archaeological evidence suggests that the first true glass was made in coastal north Syria, Mesopotamia or Egypt. How was glass made in […]
How does magma move continental plates?
How does magma move continental plates? When the less dense, lighter continental plate overrides the oceanic plate a subduction zone forms. This material moves into the mantle above the plate and causes the mantle to melt. This liquid rock, called magma, rises to the surface because it is less dense then the surrounding rock. How […]
How is Buddhism taught?
How is Buddhism taught? Buddha’s teachings are known as “dharma.” He taught that wisdom, kindness, patience, generosity and compassion were important virtues. Specifically, all Buddhists live by five moral precepts, which prohibit: Killing living things. Taking what is not given. What are the 5 main teachings of Buddhism? Principles Abstention from killing living beings. Kindness […]
Why do desert houses have small windows?
Why do desert houses have small windows? To sum up again, a good plan for a building in a desert-like climate would have: – windows and doors facing away from mid-morning and mid-afternoon sun; – small, deep-set windows to protect against hot winds and direct light; – windows placed high to protect against glare and […]
Why is the Epic of Gilgamesh so popular?
Why is the Epic of Gilgamesh so popular? The Epic of Gilgamesh is significant because it’s one of the earliest examples of epic poetry and because of the insights it gives us into ancient Mesopotamian civilization. It was one of the most popular texts in the ancient world, perhaps due partly to its use as […]
Why do we need urban farming?
Why do we need urban farming? Community: Urban farming adds and preserves green space in cities, providing places for neighbors to come together, strengthen bonds, and build community cohesion. Urban agriculture connects people with the earth and the source of their food as well as with each other. What is an example of urban farming? […]
What are the signs and symptoms of myalgia?
What are the signs and symptoms of myalgia? Myalgia Symptoms Deep muscle pain in the local area or widespread pain. Dull or sharp aching pain. Mild or severe pain that may last minutes or be constant. Fever and chills if there is an infection. Joint pain associated with muscle pain. Fatigue that interferes with your […]
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How much money did Jennifer Lawrence make from the Hunger Games series?
How much money did Jennifer Lawrence make from the Hunger Games series? 2016 Celebrity 100 Earnings For a second consecutive year, Lawrence is Hollywood’s highest-paid woman. She took a cut of profits from the big box office gross of her final “Hunger Games” installment ($653.4 million) and plumped her checkbook with soaring upfront fees. How […]
Where did graffiti begin and where do we see most?
Where did graffiti begin and where do we see most? Beginnings of Contemporary Graffiti in the United States Contemporary (or “hip-hop”) graffiti dates to the late 1960s, generally said to have arisen from the Black and Latino neighborhoods of New York City alongside hip-hop music and street subcultures, and catalyzed by the invention of the […]