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Are roly polys herbivores? There are about twelve species of roly poly in North America, but the most prevalent is the common pill bug (Armadillidium vulgare). You’ll find pill bugs living in moist humid places with lots of vegetation, because that’s what they feed on. They are decomposers and herbivores that eat mostly decaying plant […]

Does the brain grow in size? The brain continues to grow for a few years after a person is born and by the age of 2 years old, the brain is about 80% of the adult size. You may wonder, “How does the brain continue to grow, if the brain has most of the neurons […]

How long can insects survive without water? How Long Do Water Bugs Live? This depends on the species, but they can live anywhere from 1 to 4 years. What’s very important to note is that these bugs can live for 4 weeks without food and just 2 weeks without water. Can bugs die of starvation? […]

Why is a bathroom called a John? Today I found out why the toilet is sometimes called a “John”. The term is thought to derive from Sir John Harrington or, at the least, to have been popularized due to Harrington. However, the actual flushing toilet device itself was real and was installed in his home […]

How do you write an address in New York? Your name goes on the top line. Then, your entire street number, apartment address, and apartment number go on the second line. You can use the third line for your city, state, and ZIP code. Remember to add a comma after the street address when you […]

What lasts longer leather or microfiber? A quality leather couch should last 25+ years, a microfiber couch typically lasts 7 – 10 years and a faux leather couch will last roughly 3 – 5 years. Should I buy bonded leather furniture? Bonded leather can be quite useful though. It gives books a fancier appearance, it […]

How genetically modified organisms are produced? GM is a technology that involves inserting DNA into the genome of an organism. To produce a GM plant, new DNA is transferred into plant cells. Usually, the cells are then grown in tissue culture where they develop into plants. The seeds produced by these plants will inherit the […]

How jelly candies are made? Jelly candies are made from Gelatin｜Pectin｜Carrageenan, Glucose syrup, sugar, purified water, sodium citrate, fruit and plant extracts, flavors, colors, and a little citric acid, etc, blended all these ingredients controlling various characteristics to come up with the best taste and texture. How do you make sweet candy at home? To […]

What is elk Navajo? Dzeeh. en one of the largest species within the Cervidae or deer family in the world. What is the meaning of Besh Lo? These hybrid terms—such as besh-lo (“iron fish”), meaning “submarine”; dah-he-tih-hi (“hummingbird”), meaning “fighter plane”; and debeh-li-zine (“black street”), meaning “squad”—ultimately grew to a list of more than 400 […]

What herbs can cause allergies? Allergy to spices and herbs often involves local reactions in the oral cavity causing itching of the mucosa, swelling of lips and tongue (oral allergy syndrome). Reactions have commonly been reported to anis, celery, coriander, cumin, fennel, parsley, ragweed, Echinacea, artichoke, dandelions and hibiscus35,36. What plants are bad for allergies? […]