Why did Rip Hamilton wear a face mask? Through the early part of the 2003–04 season, Hamilton broke his nose twice (he also broke it in 2002) and was advised to wear a face mask to prevent needing significant nasal reconstructive surgery. The clear plastic face mask became his trademark and he would wear it […]
Are French francs still worth anything?
Are French francs still worth anything? French Francs are now obsolete. French Franc coins were replaced by Euro coins in 2002 when the Euro became France’s national currency. The exchange deadline for French pre-euro coins expired in 2005. Since then, franc and centimes coins from France no longer have a monetary value. What is the […]
Does seizure medication affect birth control?
Does seizure medication affect birth control? Many seizure medicines do not interact with birth control pills (OCs), because they do not affect the breakdown of OCs in the body. These medicines are often called “non-enzyme inducing AEDs”. What happens if you stop taking seizure medication? Stopping seizure medication without your doctor’s advice is dangerous. When […]
In what ways did Buddhism reflect Hindu traditions and in what ways did it challenge them?
In what ways did Buddhism reflect Hindu traditions and in what ways did it challenge them? Buddhism challenged Hindu traditions through its rejection of the religious authority of the Brahmins, the lack of interest in abstract speculation about the creation of the world or the existence of gods, and its rejection of the inequalities of […]
How are echinoderms protected?
How are echinoderms protected? How do echinoderms protect themselves from predation? When you look at a sea urchin, it may seem obvious that its spines are features that keep sea urchins safe from some predators. Starfishes and brittle stars have calcium deposits under their skin and thick body walls that provide defense against potential predators. […]
Where did John A Macdonald grow up?
Where did John A Macdonald grow up? Macdonald was born in Scotland; when he was a boy his family immigrated to Kingston in the Province of Upper Canada (today in eastern Ontario). As a lawyer, he was involved in several high-profile cases and quickly became prominent in Kingston, which elected him in 1844 to the […]
Why is the ESPN logo red?
Why is the ESPN logo red? The current ESPN logo has been in use since 1985. The logo is the acronym written in a highly modern signature font. Most frequently, the acronym comes in white on a red background or vice versa. Red symbolizes passion and power; white denotes purity and excellence. When was ESPN […]
Does yogurt bacteria die when frozen?
Does yogurt bacteria die when frozen? Yes, freezing Greek Yogurt may kill some bacteria, but not all of them. When you freeze Greek Yogurt, the good bacteria or probiotics become dormant. When you defrost it and the yogurt is back to room temperature good bacteria will be active again. Does freezing yoghurt kill probiotics? This […]
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Are home wind turbines worth it?
Are home wind turbines worth it? Small wind turbines can be a cost-effective way to generate renewable electricity for your home. However, many residential properties are not suitable for wind turbines for a few reasons. For one, to generate enough electricity to make the upfront investment worthwhile, wind turbines need to be in a windy […]