Ever wondered, how many people come into the Library in a year, or how long all the bookshelves would be if you stacked them end to end? These impressive Library statistics might satisfy your curiosity… Words and pictures by Chris Vernon Have you ever found yourself queuing to get into the Library and idly wondered how […]
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Is it all on Google? 5 top search tips
Time is ticking by and your essay deadline is looming. Your tutor, Professor Moriarty, has set you a truly obscure essay question and you have no idea where to start. Clearly this is all part of some evil conspiracy to stop you from getting the great grades you deserve. How can you quickly find the […]
Why are tractor tires larger in the rear than in front?
Why are tractor tires larger in the rear than in front? The tractors have bigger rear wheels to avoid slipping on the mud surface. Rear tires on a tractor cover larger surface area to distribute the weight equally. Heavy pulling load behind the tractor also produces great pressure on the rear wheels. It is necessary […]
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Is Sam Cooke related to Alastair Cook?
Is Sam Cooke related to Alastair Cook? Early life. He was born Alfred Cooke in Salford, Lancashire, England, the son of Mary Elizabeth (Byrne) and Samuel Cooke. Cooke changed his name to Alistair when he was 22, in 1930. What does Alistair Cook do now? Now retired from international cricket, Cook nevertheless keeps his hand […]
Why did the Toltec empire fall?
Why did the Toltec empire fall? The collapse of the Toltec Empire is enigmatic. According to legends, the city of Tollan was abandoned because of a civil war; however, other possibilities include agricultural and commercial problems, and overcrowding due to continued immigration. In any case, by 1100 CE the Toltec Empire disintegrated. Did the Toltecs […]
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Is Georgia a part of Europe or Asia?
Is Georgia a part of Europe or Asia? Georgia is a country in the Caucasus region, at the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia….Geography of Georgia (country) Continent Eurasia Region Caucasus Coordinates 42°00′N 43°30′E Area Ranked 119 • Total 69,700 km2 (26,900 sq mi) Is Georgia in USA or Europe? listen)) is a country […]