What materials are used to make binders? Materials include wax, linseed oil, natural gums such as gum arabic or gum tragacanth, methyl cellulose, or proteins such as egg white or casein. Glue is traditionally made by the boiling of hoofs, bones, or skin of animals and then mixing the hard gelatinous residue with water. What […]
How did apes get to Gibraltar?
How did apes get to Gibraltar? Scientists believe that the Barbary Macaques, the proper name of the Gibraltar monkeys, were introduced to the area of Gibraltar by the Moors who lived there between 700 and 1492. It is from this legend that the saying was given rise, that so long as the monkeys live on […]
What is the difference between an entree and a dinner?
What is the difference between an entree and a dinner? Someone asked me why Americans use the word entree to refer to the main course of a dinner, while in French and in British usage, entrée refers to a dish served before the main course. What exactly is an entree? English Language Learners Definition of […]
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What is average well water temperature?
What is average well water temperature? In wells that are from 30 to 60 feet deep, the water temperature is 2° to 3°F above the annual mean temperature of the locality. Water decreases in temperature about 1°F for every 64 feet of depth to the well. In general, deep wells extend down through an impervious […]
Does breaking a lease affect buying a home?
Does breaking a lease affect buying a home? Breaking a lease is not ideal, and it may have you worried that it’ll hurt your credit—and your chances of getting a mortgage. If you don’t pay the money you owe the landlord, however, you could be hit with a collections account that damages your credit and […]
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Why do people get braces with straight teeth?
Why do people get braces with straight teeth? Improper Bite Either way, the result is teeth that do not meet properly. The biting, chewing, and speaking patterns may be affected. Therefore, even if your teeth are straight, an improper bite is possible and braces are necessary. Should your top and bottom teeth align? FROM THE […]
Can cornstarch substitute for baking soda?
Can cornstarch substitute for baking soda? Baking soda and corn starch are not interchangeable in recipes because they have completely different purposes in cooking. Cornstarch is typically used as a thickening agent in sauces and soups, while baking soda is a leavening agent that will help baked goods rise. Is cornstarch and baking soda the […]