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What does a Victorian dress look like? A tight fitting bodice was boned and slanted to emphasize the waist. Although women wore what we call “dresses,” many of these costumes were actually a separate bodice and skirt. Three-quarter length sleeves lasted through most of the Victorian period and some sleeves began to sprout bell shaped […]

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Why do horses need vaccinations every year? Although humans get tetanus shots once every 10 years, horses need boosters annually. Clostridium tetani, the bacterium that causes tetanus, thrives in soil and is also present in horses’ gastrointestinal (GI) tracts and manure. Due to the nature of equine facilities, horses are constantly exposed to C. tetani. […]

Why does my door lock not work? The lock mechanism may not work simply because the lock is dirty or dry and needs to be lubricated with graphite (do not use any type of oil because this will gum-up the works). An improperly functioning latch may be the result of a poorly fitting door. What […]

Why does my vent smell like pee? If you smell urine coming through your vents, you likely have a pest infestation of some kind. Mice in particular nest in and around equipment and ductwork, and where they nest, they urinate and defecate. How do you get rid of urine smell in the air? Make a […]

Can tape damage walls? Never use masking tape or duct tape as these leave residue and damage the wall surface. This type of hook causes drywall paper to tear. After a releasable hook is removed, it leaves a bubble. Adhesive strips bond too tightly and drywall paper tears. Can I use double sided tape on […]

What is a field investigation? In field investigations, students pose a research question then plan and conduct an investigation to answer that question. Students use evidence to support explanations and build models, as well as to pose new questions about the environment. What is an EPI team? An Epi team is a team of diverse […]

When did green beans come to the US? It is said that Native Americans would grow them among their corn so that the beans climbed the stalks. The other way that green beans were spread out of Central and South America was by Columbus on his second voyage in 1493. This allowed for green beans […]

What jobs are in demand in the army? The most popular army jobs in demand can help you secure a bright secure for you and your family. Army Jobs in Demand. Culinary Specialist (92G) Occupational Therapy Specialist (68L) Cryptologic Cyberspace Intelligence Collector (35Q) Computer/Detection Systems Repairer (94F) Military Police Officer (31A) What is the best […]

Do disc brakes pressed inward? When the brake pedal is pressed or pushed, the high-pressure fluid from the master cylinder pushes the piston outward. The piston pushes the brake pad against the rotating disc. As this happens, the inner pad touches the rotor, the fluid pressure exerts further force, and the caliper moves inward. How […]