When was the hand egg beater invented? 1884 What was the first egg beater made of? African-American Willis Johnson of Cincinnati, Ohio, patented an improved the mechanical egg beater (U.S. pat# 292,821) on February 5, 1884. The beater was made up of a handle attached to a series of spring-like whisk wires used to help […]
What is the importance of histology?
What is the importance of histology? Histology is the study of how tissues are structured and how they work. Knowing what a normal tissue looks like and how it normally works is important for recognizing different diseases. It also helps in figuring out what causes certain diseases, how to treat those diseases, and whether the […]
Are hummingbirds more attracted to red?
Are hummingbirds more attracted to red? While more red will attract more hummingbirds’ attention, no red dye should ever be added to hummingbird nectar or inside feeding ports where paints or dyes may contaminate nectar. Are hummingbirds drawn to red? What is it about hummingbirds and the color red? Red flowers, and of course red […]
Is Conch kosher?
Is Conch kosher? It remains kosher in the States, the largest importer of conch, to import from the Bahamas (and elsewhere), which, from our past inquiries in the conch-loving Florida Keys, is what many restaurants there seem to do. But how about the conch population in the Bahamas? Is John Dory fish kosher? Yes, from […]
Are ground hornets dangerous?
Are ground hornets dangerous? When they do form nests, they can pose a threat to your home or office and can be especially dangerous if you or those around you are allergic to their sting. Ground hornets can nest nearly anywhere, from flower beds to back yards to the dirt along sidewalks and more. What […]
Why did my grape vine stop growing?
Why did my grape vine stop growing? Grapevines require nutrients for healthy, sustained growth. Without adequate nutrition, vines may have weak growth and reduced yields. An inadequate nutrient supply may be associated with low (<5) or high (>7) soil pH, inadequate irrigation, or competition from weeds or cover crops. How do you bring a grape […]
What job did JK Rowling have before becoming an author?
What job did JK Rowling have before becoming an author? Born in Yate, Gloucestershire, Rowling was working as a researcher and bilingual secretary for Amnesty International in 1990 when she conceived the idea for the Harry Potter series while on a delayed train from Manchester to London. What is the other name JK Rowling has […]
What is a good PE ratio for a company?
What is a good PE ratio for a company? The average P/E for the S&P 500 has historically ranged from 13 to 15. For example, a company with a current P/E of 25, above the S&P average, trades at 25 times earnings. The high multiple indicates that investors expect higher growth from the company compared […]
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What theory holds that the word yom translated as day in English is not a 24 hour day but an extended period of time?
What theory holds that the word yom translated as day in English is not a 24 hour day but an extended period of time? Day-age creationism, a type of old Earth creationism, is a metaphorical interpretation of the creation accounts in Genesis. It holds that the six days referred to in the Genesis account of […]