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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
When were curry puffs invented?
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 […]
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Where were the Japanese internment camps in California?
Where were the Japanese internment camps in California? Manzanar Did the US attack Japan after Pearl Harbor? Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor took place on December 7, 1941. The U.S. military suffered 18 ships damaged or sunk, and 2,400 people were killed. Its most significant consequence was the entrance of the United States into World […]
What tools does a virologist use?
What tools does a virologist use? As most viruses are too small to be seen by a light microscope, sequencing is one of the main tools in virology to identify and study the virus. How do virologists study viruses? Methods to Study Viruses With the development of gene cloning technologies, virologists are able to clone […]