How the hypothalamus of the brain controls the endocrine system? The hypothalamus links the nervous and endocrine systems by way of the pituitary gland. Its function is to secrete releasing hormones and inhibiting hormones that stimulate or inhibit (like their names imply) production of hormones in the anterior pituitary. What does the hypothalamus do in […]
How did the Hudson River School influence art?
How did the Hudson River School influence art? An outgrowth of the Romantic movement, the Hudson River school was the first native school of painting in the United States; it was strongly nationalistic both in its proud celebration of the natural beauty of the American landscape and in the desire of its artists to become […]
What does the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act do?
What does the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act do? The law gives the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to require nutrition labeling of most foods regulated by the Agency; and to require that all nutrient content claims (for example, ‘high fiber’, ‘low fat’, etc.) and health claims meet FDA regulations. What is the Nutrition […]
How was Nigeria affected by colonization?
How was Nigeria affected by colonization? Colonialism in Nigeria provided an industrial and agricultural boom to the country. It also helped Nigerians to solve their medical problems. Europeans were exposed to new disease from Africa and had to find ways to treat them, and in the process, provided cures for sick Africans too. How did […]
What was the problem with Simon Commission?
What was the problem with Simon Commission? Answer: Simon commission could not set up constitution in India because there was no Indian citizen in the commission. Answer: The main problem of the Simon Commission was that it did not have any Indian representative on the board. Why did Simon Commission come to India and why […]
Why does Singapore have a high population density?
Why does Singapore have a high population density? There are a variety of human reasons why Singapore is densely populated, many of which are historical or economic. In the 1980s the Singapore government became concerned at the low rate of population growth. It began to encourage immigration and a higher birth rate. What effect does […]
What is the economy important for social and cultural life?
What is the economy important for social and cultural life? Economic subjugation leads to political subjugation. Economic life materially guarantees cultural life. When economically rich, one can enhance cultural and sentimental demand and realize it. Without sufficient economic life, one can hardly enjoy cultural life. What are the benefits associated with exporting culture? Benefits of […]
How do employers calculate federal income tax withheld from paycheck?
How do employers calculate federal income tax withheld from paycheck? Employers calculate withholding tax by referring to an employee’s Form W-4 and the IRS’s income tax withholding table to determine how much federal income tax they should withhold from the employee’s salary or wages. Each employee’s gross pay for the pay period. Are employers required […]
Why was the Renaissance successful?
Why was the Renaissance successful? Patrons made it possible for successful Renaissance artists to work and develop new techniques. This period, from the 1490s to the 1520s, is known as the High Renaissance. Music. As with art, musical innovations in the Renaissance were partly made possible because patronage expanded beyond the Catholic Church. How did […]
What is so unique about embryonic stem cells?
What is so unique about embryonic stem cells? Embryonic stem cells are distinguished by two distinctive properties: their pluripotency, and their ability to replicate indefinitely. ES cells are pluripotent, that is, they are able to differentiate into all derivatives of the three primary germ layers: ectoderm, endoderm, and mesoderm. How are embryonic stem cells different […]