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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 […]

Did houses in Pompeii have glass windows? Pompeii, a city famous for its luxurious style of living, boasted windows glazed with large sheets of glass. The bath house windows, for example, were of thick glass measuring about 40 x 30 inches. Why didnt Roman houses have windows? It is worth noting that Roman houses did […]

How do you treat a 2 year old with gingivitis? Regular cleanings by a dentist can help fight gingivitis, the mildest form of gum disease. Your child will also need to brush and floss daily. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing). This treatment can help remove the plaque and tartar under the gum and infected […]

Who is better Starfire or Raven? While the two would probably never get into a serious fight unless Raven was under the direct possession of her father, it is pretty easy to see that Raven would be the winner of this match. Starfire is incredibly powerful with her starbolts, stellar energy absorption, and superhuman abilities. […]

How do I get my poinsettia to go red? To make them turn red, you need to restrain exposure to light. As early as September, place it in a room that is exclusively lit up by natural light, and check that it stays in complete darkness for 14 hours on a 24 hour day. Do […]

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 […]

What happens when a pickup coil goes bad? A pickup coil that has failed, or is about to, may also cause engine stalling and an inability to accelerate smoothly because the fuel injectors are not firing properly. Engine stalling will occur as the vehicle warms up with rough idling being the first clue that a […]

What body plan did the first cnidarians have? All cnidarians have two membrane layers, with a jelly-like mesoglea between them. Animals in this phylum display two distinct morphological body plans: polyp or “stalk” and medusa or “bell” (Figure 2). What type of body plan do cnidarians exhibit? Body plan. The body plan of cnidarians is […]