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What is the life expectancy of a child with Cri du Chat Syndrome? The survival for children with cri du chat is generally good. Most syndrome related deaths occur within the first year of life. Several children have lived to be over 50 years of age. Genetic counseling is recommended for affected individuals and their […]

How has US money changed over time? In the first significant design change since the 1920s, U.S. currency is redesigned to incorporate a series of new counterfeit deterrents. Issuance of the new banknotes begins with the $100 note in 1996, followed by the $50 note in 1997, the $20 note in 1998, and the $10 […]

How many cups of grain should you eat a day? Experts recommend eating six servings of grain per day, at least three of which are whole grain. A serving* of grain is any of the following: one slice of bread; a half cup of cooked oatmeal, pasta or rice; an ounce of crackers; or a […]

Do camels run? Camels can run at 25 mph (40 kph) for long periods. If their owner is in a hurry, they can kick their speed up to 40 mph (67 kph). Are camels good runners? In contrast to antelopes and horses, camels are not fast runners over short distances. Their top running speed is […]

How many plastic bottles end up in landfills each year? More than 60 million plastic bottles end up in landfills and incinerators every day – a total of about 22 billion last year. How many landfills are filled each year? What Items Do Americans Throw Out Most Annually? Every year, U.S. landfills are filled with […]

Who is Mr Pricklepants in Toy Story 4? Timothy Dalton Who plays Mr pricklepants? Timothy DaltonToy Story 3 Is there a Disney unicorn? Rainbow Unicorn is a minor character in the 2015 Disney/Pixar animated feature film, Inside Out. Who is the voice of the Unicorn in Toy Story 3? Jeff Garlin What happened to Big […]

What are the elements of Gothic horror? Characteristics of Gothic Literature creepy types of settings – castles, haunted houses, graveyards, and dark forests. dark atmosphere – rainy, storms, chill in the air, and howling wind. strong character traits – distressed women, tyrannical male characters (villains) and anti-heroes. What are the conventions of the plot of […]

Which country is Horn of Africa? Horn of Africa (Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya) Where is the horn on my car? Locate the Horn Unit Most cars on the road today have two horns, with both controlled by a single horn unit located under the hood. Lift and secure the hood, find the horn, typically fastened to […]

What can I feed an injured wild bird? Provide fluids: Birds not eating or drinking need to be hydrated immediately after a period of warming. Use a spoon or small syringe to try to get the bird to drink on his/her own (Pedialyte or 100% fruit juice such as apple, pear, or grape). What do […]

Why we use pneumatic system instead of hydraulic system? Hydraulic systems are capable of moving heavier loads and providing greater force than pneumatics, but pneumatics technology is cleaner. Leaks are of less concern with pneumatics, which can leak oil or hydraulic fluid. Pneumatic systems require low maintenance and have long operating lives. Is hydraulic more […]