Why did Glasgow develop where it did? Glasgow prospered as a market centre because it was well situated between Highland and Lowland Scotland and also between Edinburgh—the capital, 45 miles (72 km) east—and the west. When trade with the Americas developed in the 18th century, Glasgow was already exporting coal, plaid (wool cloth), and herring […]
Which type of rock is the Taj Mahal made of?
Which type of rock is the Taj Mahal made of? Marble Is Taj Mahal made of metamorphic rock? The Taj Mahal in India is built with polished white marble. Marble is made from the metamorphosis of limestone or dolostone. The purer the limestone, the whiter the marble will be. During metamorphosis, the minerals re-crystallize to […]
Who is the most decorated Olympic female gymnast for the US?
Who is the most decorated Olympic female gymnast for the US? Shannon Miller What happened at the 1976 Olympics? About the Games The 1976 Montreal Games were marred by an African boycott involving 22 countries. The boycott was organised by Tanzania to protest the fact that the New Zealand rugby team had toured Apartheid South […]
Who ruled Verona in Romeo and Juliet?
Who ruled Verona in Romeo and Juliet? Della Scala family Who has power in Romeo and Juliet? Power functions as a catalyst for the development of happiness and sadness, love and hatred. In Romeo and Juliet, men with important positions—such as prince or head of household—retain supreme power that triumphs over the power that love […]
What percent of West Virginia is forest?
What percent of West Virginia is forest? 78 percent What is the largest forest in West Virginia? Seneca State Forest How many national forests are in West Virginia? “There are 15 [now 16] National Natural Landmark sites located within the state of West Virginia. What kind of forest is in West Virginia? Monongahela National Forest […]
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How is pneumatics used in industry?
How is pneumatics used in industry? Pneumatics are seen in a range of other applications too, from fairground rides and trucks, medical applications and food preparation through to air tools and blow moulding. Pneumatics makes use of an air compressor to reduce the volume of the air in order to increase its pressure. How are […]
What birds are related to chickens?
What birds are related to chickens? The Phasianidae are a family of heavy, ground-living birds, which includes pheasants, partridges, junglefowl, chickens, turkeys, Old World quail, and peafowl. The family includes many of the most popular gamebirds. Can a pigeon breed with a chicken? In general, these animals have the heads of pigeons, but the body […]