What is a role of connective tissues in the body? Connective tissue connects, supports, binds, and separates organs and tissues, forming a framework to support body tissues and organs, for structural and metabolic purposes. The extracellular spaces (space outside of cells) in connective tissue are referred to as the extracellular matrix. What is the function […]
What was the impact of railroad expansion in the 19th century?
What was the impact of railroad expansion in the 19th century? The railroad opened the way for the settlement of the West, provided new economic opportunities, stimulated the development of town and communities, and generally tied the country together. How did the railroad system affect the US economy in the 1860s? Railroad expansion affected the […]
What is the most common cause of arterial hypertension?
What is the most common cause of arterial hypertension? High blood pressure has many risk factors, including: Age. The risk of high blood pressure increases as you age. Race. Family history. Being overweight or obese. Not being physically active. Using tobacco. Too much salt (sodium) in your diet. Too little potassium in your diet. What […]
Does the US get money from the IMF?
Does the US get money from the IMF? The United States has borrowed foreign currencies from the IMF on 28 different occasions, more than any other country. In addition, the IMF enables the United States to effectively leverage its funding to induce other countries to support internationally agreed programs. How much money does IMF have? […]
Does the Mirena IUD stop ovulation?
Does the Mirena IUD stop ovulation? ☼ Unlike other types of hormonal birth control, Mirena does not completely shut down ovulation and hormone production. However, a study found that it does suppress ovulation in 85% of cycle during the first year, and then 15% of cycle after this. Do you release an egg with an […]
What year did Parramatta Eels start?
What year did Parramatta Eels start? Nove Who won NRL premiership in 2010? St. George Illawarra Dragons Who has won the most wooden spoons in the NRL? Western Suburbs Magpies What NRL teams have never had the wooden spoon? Great question! Quite a few actually. Since the NRL began in 1998, all previous wooden spoon […]
What are the disadvantages of media?
What are the disadvantages of media? The media can play a very important and helpful role. The disadvantages of the media include a risk of inaccurate reporting and a loss of privacy. Sometimes, in a rush to be the first to break a story, the media puts out incorrect or inaccurate information. What are the […]
What is housing like in Hong Kong?
What is housing like in Hong Kong? Housing statistics Private permanent housing: 53.2% Temporary housing: 0.7% Non-domestic housing: 1.2% In 2016 the total Hong Kong population was 7.3 million, and 53% of domestic households were living in private permanent housing and 30.4% were in public rental housing. What’s the oldest man made structure in Hong […]
Is Denmark a developed country?
Is Denmark a developed country? A developed country, Danes enjoy a high standard of living and the country ranks highly in some metrics of national performance, including education, health care, protection of civil liberties, democratic governance and LGBT equality. Is Denmark industrialized? Denmark’s long-term economic development has largely followed the same pattern as other Northwestern […]
What did William III do for England?
What did William III do for England? Supported by a group of influential British political and religious leaders, William invaded England in what became known as the Glorious Revolution. In 1688, he landed at the south-western English port of Brixham. What did William of Orange accomplish? William and his wife Mary were crowned joint monarchs […]