Category: Arts

What insect drinks blood? Banded house mosquito (Culiseta annulata, also known as Theobaldia annulata). N.A. Callow—NHPA/Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. These flying insects are all too familiar to most people. What’s little known, however, is that only the female mosquito drinks human blood, which is needed in order to make eggs. Why do some insects drink blood? […]

Is it easy to crack UPSC Prelims? Only 3 out of 100 candidates who sit for Prelims, clear the cut-off score. Yes, the ‘Prelims Hurdle’ is more difficult to cross than Mains. We have seen many bright candidates lose out in UPSC Prelims due to their over-focus on the UPSC Mains stage. What is the […]

What is another word for carrot? What is another word for carrot? inveiglement bait drag carrot and stick ensnarement red herring entrapment pitfall facade pretenceUK What is the meaning of Tamil word Pakki? (Ar.) arrears, balance, remainder, niluvai . pakkicakki , even a little of the arrears. What does the name carrot mean? The name […]

How is Gilgamesh similar to Beowulf? The stories Beowulf and Gilgamesh are both heroic stories. However, they have some different characters. Beowulf is more of a warrior than a leader whereas Gilgamesh is more of a leader than a warrior. Beowulf defends his people in tough times and sacrifice his life in his quest for […]

What is a metallic fabric? Metallic fibre, in textiles, synthetic fibre, known generically as metallic, including manufactured fibres composed of metal, metal-coated plastic, or of a core covered by metal (usually aluminum). Trademarked names include Chromeflex, Lurex, and Melora. What clothes have metallic fibers? They produce a wide variety of metallic fiber products including fibers […]

What engine does a 1976 Ford f100 have? 1976 Ford F100 F150 Specs Engine / Powertrains Engine Availability Horsepower 5.0 liter/302 cid V-8 F-100 130 5.9 liter/360 cid V-8 F-100 / F-150 / F-250 / F-350 145 6.4 liters / 390 cid V-8 F-100 / F-150 / F-250 / F-350 160 7.5 liter/460 cid V-8 […]

What is considered an unloaded gun? (18) “Unloaded” means the rifle, shotgun or handgun does not have ammunition in the chamber, cylinder, clip or magazine, and no clip or magazine is in the immediate vicinity of the weapon. What is considered a firearm in Idaho? (d) “Firearm” means any weapon that will, is designed to, […]

What causes aphid infestation? Excessive use of nitrogen-rich fertilizer, which encourages too much tender, leafy plant growth. Transplanting shock which stresses plants vulnerable for a few days to a week. A temporary springtime population explosion of aphids prior to the emergence of their natural predator insects such as ladybugs. Does vinegar kill aphids? Vinegar kills […]

How long does it take for a dog to have puppies after mating? Pregnancy in dogs, also called the gestation period, normally ranges from 57-65 days with an average of 63 days. With a planned breeding, you should record the exact date of mating. If there are two matings, make a note of the dates […]

What is hut building? A hut is a building of a lower quality than a house (durable, well-built dwelling) but higher quality than a shelter (place of refuge or safety) such as a tent and is used as temporary or seasonal shelter or in primitive societies as a permanent dwelling. Huts exist in practically all […]