Who first freed the slaves? Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation of 1863 freed enslaved people in areas in rebellion against the United States. He had reinvented his “war to save the Union” as “a war to end slavery.” Following that theme, this painting was sold in Philadelphia in 1864 to raise money for wounded troops. Who escaped […]
Can you get salmonella from touching a snake?
Can you get salmonella from touching a snake? Salmonella can spread by either direct or indirect contact with amphibians (e.g., frogs), reptiles (e.g., turtles, lizards or snakes) or their droppings. Salmonella infections can also result from having contact with reptile or amphibian environments, including the water from containers or aquariums where they live. Do ball […]
Why is Portsmouth Stadium in FIFA?
Why is Portsmouth Stadium in FIFA? As development for FIFA 16 was hitting its stride, the team at EA Canada started working with Portsmouth FC to include Fratton Park as a tribute to Simon. From visiting the site to interacting with ground staff, the aim was to make sure that the 117-year-old stadium was authentically […]
What are the side effects of the copper coil?
What are the side effects of the copper coil? During ParaGard insertion, you may experience dizziness, fainting, nausea, low blood pressure or a slower than normal heart rate. Your health care provider will likely suggest that you stay lying down for a few minutes to allow these side effects to pass. Does copper IUD cause […]
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Is Apple losing innovation?
Is Apple losing innovation? The company’s challenges surround one simple fact: Apple is not innovative anymore across any category. Apple is failing to bring anything new to the table in smartphones, apps, smart devices, or even their retail stores. And until they find a way to do so, we will continue to watch this company […]
What is a white dwarf energy source?
What is a white dwarf energy source? Answer: Since the energy from a White Dwarf star is derived from the stored thermal energy from its past thermonuclear production, the luminosity of a White Dwarf star will vary from over 100 times that of our Sun when it first becomes a White Dwarf star to less […]
What is the average cost of propane per gallon in California?
What is the average cost of propane per gallon in California? $2.29/gal Why are we going through so much propane? Home Heating in Cold Weather If you heat your home with propane and it’s cold outside, you are going to use more propane. The same goes for heating with natural gas or electricity. The reason […]
Why is inbreeding usually avoided by animal breeders?
Why is inbreeding usually avoided by animal breeders? Inbreeding exposes recessive alleles through increasing homozygosity. Breeders must avoid breeding from individuals that demonstrate either homozygosity or heterozygosity for disease causing alleles. How do breeders avoid inbreeding? Smaller populations become inbred more quickly, so the simplest way to reduce the rate that inbreeding is to maintain […]
Are Franklin Mint items worth anything?
Are Franklin Mint items worth anything? Franklin Mint collectibles often sell for a fraction of what owners paid for them. While some sellers are trying to get around $200, or the original selling price, for Kate Middleton collectible dolls, most Franklin Mint dolls without their original box will sell for around $20 to $50. What […]