What plants are related to mint? The Labiatae, the 3,500 members of the mint family, include, beside mint, a number of herbs that are fundamental to Western cooking — thyme, marjoram, oregano, basil, sage, rosemary, savory — along with other ancient herbs with less culinary value, such as lavender, hyssop, lemon thyme, horehound, betony, catnip, […]
Is Seagrass a herbivore carnivore or omnivore?
Is Seagrass a herbivore carnivore or omnivore? Although they are frequently listed as carnivorous, consuming mostly crustaceans and mollusks [22], they are also known for consuming copious amounts (up to 62% of gut content mass) of seagrass in some populations [23], and for feeding at lower trophic levels than other closely related species [24]. What […]
How do great egrets help the environment?
How do great egrets help the environment? The great egret is one of the more than 193 species of birds that depend on these vital floodplain wetlands for food and habitat to survive. In mixed-species colonies, the great egret blazes the trail and are the first to arrive, encouraging other species to nest nearby. What […]
When did the first land plants appear on Earth?
When did the first land plants appear on Earth? 500 million years ago Where did the first plant come from? Land plants evolved from ocean plants. That is, from algae. Plants are thought to have made the leap from the oceans onto dry land about 450 million years ago. Who discovered the first plant? Many […]
How many teaspoons is orange zest?
How many teaspoons is orange zest? 3 tablespoons Can I substitute orange extract for zest? There is no “across the board” substitution, as it will depend what recipe you are referring to. But, for example, if you are making cookies and it calls for 1 teaspoon orange zest, you could try ½ teaspoon orange extract. […]
What is the record for most pickles eaten in one sitting?
What is the record for most pickles eaten in one sitting? On Sunday morning, the world record for pickle eating was 2.99 pounds in six minutes. Who ate the most pickles? Approximately 100,000 to 125,000 acres are devoted to growing pickling cucumbers in the United States. In the U.S., pickles are made in 30 of […]
Is kale in the same family as broccoli?
Is kale in the same family as broccoli? Ah, there’s nothing in the world quite like broccoli. Well, nothing except cabbage, cauliflower, kale, brussels sprouts, collard greens, and kohlrabi. All of these vegetables are, in fact, the same species, Brassica oleracea. What type of plant is kale? Brassica oleracea Is kale part of the spinach […]
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Can you get STDs from a hot tub?
Can you get STDs from a hot tub? Myth: Having sex in a pool or hot tub is okay because chlorine will kill off STDs. Fact: This myth is a classic, and it’s completely false. Neither chlorine nor hot water will kill the bacteria and viruses that cause STDs. Can gonorrhea transmitted non sexually? Gonorrhea […]
How many diseases are caused by faulty genes?
How many diseases are caused by faulty genes? What Are Genetic Disorders? Researchers have identified more than 4,000 diseases that are caused by mutations. But having a genetic mutation that may cause a disease or condition doesn’t always mean that a person will actually develop that disease or condition. What are two disorders that involve […]