Category: Philosophy

How long have trampolines been around? The first modern trampoline was built by George Nissen and Larry Griswold in 1936. Nissen was a gymnastics and diving competitor and Griswold was a tumbler on the gymnastics team, both at the University of Iowa, United States. Who made the first trampoline? George Nissen What was the first […]

Can you mix shampoo and hair dye? You can mix part of the color with your shampoo, and you will get the same effect that the shampoo for hair dyed red produces. It will revitalize the color of your dyed hair, but nothing will prevent your roots from growing in and your natural tone reappearing. […]

What does ZÀI mean in Chinese? The Chinese word zai – 再 – zài. (again in Chinese) What is prickly ash powder? Prickly ash, commonly referred to as northern prickly ash, is an herbal supplement often used to treat joint pain, arthritis, circulation problems, and more. Prickly ash comes from the plant family of the […]

Where does the chewing gum come from? Did you know that chewing gum has existed in some form or another since the Neolithic period? In fact, 6,000 year old chewing gum has been found with teeth marks in it, made from birch bark tar. Tree bark is a very popular source of gum, and many […]

What role did the Soviet Union play in the Korean War? Despites its denials at the time, the Soviet Union was intimately involved in the Korean War. The contribution made by the Soviets was vital. They provided diplomatic support, strategic and grand tactical planning, including the planning of the invasion of South Korea, and essential […]

Is Oak good for wood burning? Oak: When very well seasoned, oak burns slowly and steadily for a long time. Pine: This softwood burns well and smells festive. Try it for kindling or for outdoor fires. Sycamore: You’ll be rewarded with a good flame and moderate heat if you season this wood well. Which wood […]

What is the name of the bread eaten as a Jewish tradition during Passover? Also spelled matzoh and matza, matzah is the unleavened bread eaten (instead of bagels, sandwich bread and pita) during Passover. Can you eat ice cream on Passover? Both fresh cream and whey cream can be used. Fresh cream is inherently kosher […]

How can I get better at switching tricks? The only difference is that the trick is mirrored. Practice regularly. The best way to improve at riding switch is to do it as much as possible. Whether you’re skating down the street or at a skatepark, the more you ride, the more natural it will feel. […]

How do non migratory birds survive in winter? Non-migratory birds can use lots of different strategies to keep warm in the winter: Growing more feathers to thicken their insulation against the elements. Feather fluffing – a process to puff out their down, trap more air in their feathers and insulate better. How do geese stay […]

Why are phone numbers 7 digits memory? Telephone engineers created a 7-digit system for “all number calling” to expand their pool of possible number combinations. The first 3 digits would correspond to a certain phone service provider, and the last 4 digits would remain as a personal calling code. What is chunking in teaching? A […]