How did the Galapagos islands get their name? In 1570 the Galapagos Islands were included in a world atlas by a Flemish cartographer Abraham Ortelius. He named the islands ‘Insulae de los de Galapagos’. The shells of the giant tortoises reminded the visitors of horse saddles, and Galapagos comes from the Spanish word for saddle. […]
What happened to George Nelson in O Brother Where Art Thou?
What happened to George Nelson in O Brother Where Art Thou? Baby Face Nelson was indeed a bank robber from this era who is responsible for a number of daring crimes. However, Nelson was killed in 1935, two years before the events of this film. Also, he was killed in a shootout with police rather […]
Why do we need a secular state in modern times?
Why do we need a secular state in modern times? Put positively it promotes freedom within religions, and equality between as well as within religions. Secular state is must to allow freedom of religion to members of their religious groups. If we value peace, freedom and equality, religious institutions and state institutions must be separated. […]
What kind of meat is fowl?
When your teenage daughter hurt your feelings?
When your teenage daughter hurt your feelings? If your child hurts your feelings, allow yourself a “cool down” period before you talk to them. This will help you to stay calm. Communicate with your teen and be an active listener. Validate your teen’s feelings, which helps to dissipate anger. How do I reconnect with my […]
How many square feet does a 80lb bag of concrete cover?
What primary elements make up oil?
What primary elements make up oil? Crude oil is composed of hydrocarbons, which are mainly hydrogen (about 13% by weight) and carbon (about 85%). Other elements such as nitrogen (about 0.5%), sulfur (0.5%), oxygen (1%), and metals such as iron, nickel, and copper (less than 0.1%) can also be mixed in with the hydrocarbons in […]
What is the function of plain flour in shortcrust pastry?
What is the function of plain flour in shortcrust pastry? Flour provides the structure in baked goods. Wheat flour contains proteins that interact with each other when mixed with water, forming gluten. It is this elastic gluten framework which stretches to contain the expanding leavening gases during rising. The protein content of a flour affects […]
What is a Martin d18 worth?
What is a Martin d18 worth? Reverb Estimated Used Price Range $1,520.00 — $2,835.00. How do I date my Martin guitar? Serial Numbers Used To Date Martin Guitars are found on the neck block. Looking inside the soundhole and toward the neck you will find the serial number and model stamped on the neck block. […]
Is there Interpol in Ghana?
Is there Interpol in Ghana? INTERPOL. Ghana joined INTERPOL in 1958 and operated its National Central Bureau (NCB) in Accra. NCB Accra or INTERPOL Accra is a unit of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service with staff strength of Seventeen (17) comprising Police Officers of different ranks. Do we have FBI in […]