What sport do you go backwards to win? Tug of War is the classic answer to this question, but it’s not the only one. There’s another sport you can win by going backwards faster than the opposition. What is the only Olympic sport where you race backwards? Rowing. Legendary displays of strength and stamina can […]
Was Wyatt Earp good or bad?
Was Wyatt Earp good or bad? The history books (and Hollywood) often describe the famous lawman, Wyatt Earp, as many things: brave, courageous, moral, law-abiding, and honorable. In the story of the “Gunfight at the OK Corral,” Earp is often portrayed as the hero, the good guy we all should be rooting for. What did […]
What are carrion eaters called?
What are carrion eaters called? scavengers What does a carrion eat? Carrion is the dead, decaying flesh of an animal that often serves as a food source for other carnivorous or omnivorous animals and birds. To be classified as carrion, the animal cannot have been killed by the same animal consuming it but must have […]
How long should you take gemfibrozil?
How long should you take gemfibrozil? Take as directed Gemfibrozil is used for long-term treatment. Your doctor may decide to stop gemfibrozil after three months of therapy if you don’t have enough change in your triglyceride levels. This drug comes with serious risks if you don’t take it as prescribed. Is gemfibrozil safe to take? […]
How can you tell if an organism is heterotrophic or autotrophic?
How can you tell if an organism is heterotrophic or autotrophic? Technically, the definition is that autotrophs obtain carbon from inorganic sources like carbon dioxide (CO2) while heterotrophs get their reduced carbon from other organisms. Autotrophs are usually plants; they are also called “self feeders” or “primary producers”. What is the highest trophic level? apex […]
What causes flooding throttle body?
What causes flooding throttle body? This is most likely a throttle body component failure, a fuel line leak or a fuel injector that is always active. It might be a good idea to have a professional mobile mechanic complete a fuel system inspection to determine what is causing this problem. What causes engine to flood […]
What does Prudential logo mean?
What does Prudential logo mean? The symbol of Prudence has been associated with Prudential from its foundation in 1848. The virtue of prudence therefore represents insight and sound judgement and demonstrates wisdom in action. Since Greek and Roman times Prudence has been personified as a woman. She usually carries an arrow, a mirror and a […]
What is the process of molting?
What is the process of molting? Molt, also spelled Moult, biological process of molting (moulting)—i.e., the shedding or casting off of an outer layer or covering and the formation of its replacement. Molting, which is regulated by hormones, occurs throughout the animal kingdom. Does moulting hurt? As mentioned, molting can be painful as skin and […]
Does Janis Joplin have a headstone?
Does Janis Joplin have a headstone? Today in 1970, Janis Joplin bought a headstone for the grave of her greatest influence Bessie Smith at the Mont Lawn Cemetery in Philadelphia. The blues singer’s grave was unmarked until that time. Is Bessie Smith still alive? Deceased (1894–1937) Who paid for Bessie Smith’s headstone? Janis Joplin paid […]