What causes black fever? It is transmitted through the bite of the sandfly (Phlebotomus argentipes) infected with the parasite Leishmania donovani. It causes emaciation, enlargement of the spleen and liver, anaemia and fever, and in chronic cases leads to darkening of the skin, hence the name. When did the black fever start? The disease became […]
What is a fireman suit called?
What is a fireman suit called? Bunker gear or turnout gear is the term used by many fire departments to refer to the protective clothing worn by firefighters. The name “bunker gear” was derived from the fact that the pants and boots were traditionally kept by the firefighter’s bunk at the fire station and ready […]
When should you turn your furnace off?
When should you turn your furnace off? If your furnace only uses gas during the warmer months because it is an older model, you may want to consider turning it off. Be aware that you could run the risk of corrosion, rust, moisture, and debris that can damage your furnace during the off-season in which […]
What can cause a fluctuating idle?
What can cause a fluctuating idle? If an engine is not getting enough fuel (this is called “running lean”), due to fuel pressure (regulated by the fuel pump and regulator), restricted fuel injectors, a vacuum leak or really anything that throws off the fuel mixture going in to the engine, this can cause the surge. […]
How can I settle my second mortgage for less?
How can I settle my second mortgage for less? The longer the loan is unpaid, the greater your negotiating power. Contact the lender to discuss the debt. Begin the settlement process by expressing an interest in paying the debt. Make an offer. Remind the lender you know your rights. Put any agreement in writing. Does […]
Can you eat Tibicos?
Can you eat Tibicos? Yes, absolutely. They do share some common strains, but have many unique ones of their own, too. To view a detailed list of each, visit our pages on strains for milk kefir or for strains for water kefir. What strains of bacteria and yeast are found in kefir grains (and kefir […]
Is pasta homogeneous or heterogeneous?
Is pasta homogeneous or heterogeneous? Other heterogeneous mixtures are clouds in air, cereal in milk, blood (while blood might look homogeneous at first, on a microscopic level, it’s heterogeneous), mixed nuts, pizza and pasta in sauce. Is Spaghetti a heterogeneous mixture? Explanation: Spaghetti and meatballs contains many different chemicals that form the noodles, the sauce, […]
Why is John Deere important to agriculture?
Why is John Deere important to agriculture? John Deere was a blacksmith who developed the first commercially successful, self-scouring steel plow in 1837 and founded the company that still bears his name. Deere was born in 1804 in Rutland, Vermont. Soil clung to the plow bottoms, and farmers had to stop and scrape off the […]
How do you change the oil on a wide glide on a Dyna?
Is a cactus a carnivore herbivore or omnivore?
Is a cactus a carnivore herbivore or omnivore? Plants – cactus are one kind of plant – don’t eat anything. Eating is an activity of animals. Do cacti have predators? Despite their prickly armor, cacti are not immune to predators. Many rodents gnaw on cactus pads, and other mammals, including bears and humans, enjoy the […]