When was the pulley first invented? The earliest evidence of pulleys dates back to Ancient Egypt in the Twelfth Dynasty (1991-1802 BCE) and Mesopotamia in the early 2nd millennium BCE. In Roman Egypt, Hero of Alexandria (c. 10-70 CE) identified the pulley as one of six simple machines used to lift weights. When was block […]
Are there glaciers in the desert?
Are there glaciers in the desert? THE Himalayan desert of Ladakh is home to this majestic tower of ice, known as an ice stupa, after the domed Buddhist buildings. What is the difference between glacier and ice? Unlike ice shelves, glaciers are land-based. While glaciers are defined as large sheets of ice and snow on […]
What are five common breeds of sheep?
What are five common breeds of sheep? Here is a top 10 most popular sheep breeds, raised for meat and wool: Merino. Leicester Long-wool Sheep. Lincoln sheep. Dorset sheep. Turcana. Dorper sheep. Tsigai. Hampshire sheep. What does a Barbado sheep look like? Characteristics: Barbados Blackbelly Sheep are polled (horns bred out of the species). The […]
How long can feta cheese be left unrefrigerated?
How long can feta cheese be left unrefrigerated? According to Sarah Hill, Manager of Cheese Education and Training for the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, cheese can be left at room temperature for up to two hours, as can all perishable foods. How long can feta cheese stay at room temperature? 2 hours Do you have […]
How big was the Homo erectus brain?
How big was the Homo erectus brain? 61 cubic inches Did early hominins have large brains? As early humans faced new environmental challenges and evolved bigger bodies, they evolved larger and more complex brains. Large, complex brains can process and store a lot of information. That was a big advantage to early humans in their […]
Can I learn oil painting on my own?
Can I learn oil painting on my own? Take time to get to know your materials As for paints, Valengin recommends investing in less-expensive paints if you’re a beginner. A 37 ml tube of high-quality oil paint can run upwards of $40, so it’s best to buy cheaper paints while you’re still practicing and experimenting. […]
How is G2 different from Gatorade?
How is G2 different from Gatorade? G2 hydrates with the same electrolyte formula of Gatorade Thirst Quencher, but has less than half the carbs and calories of the Original G. Is Gatorade G2 being discontinued 2020? A spokesperson for PepsiCo sent this statement to FoodBev.com: Gatorade is committed to fuelling athletic performance. We will continue […]
How did Archie Mitchell die?
How did Archie Mitchell die? Archie Mitchell was found dead in the Queen Vic pub over Christmas back in 2009. He’d been bludgeoned to death with the bust of Queen Victoria which takes pride of place on the bar. Did Peggy Mitchell marry Archie? At the Vic, the decorations are lovely but Ian s food […]
What are the effect of Lassa fever?
What are the effect of Lassa fever? Symptoms of Lassa fever The onset of the disease, when it is symptomatic, is usually gradual, starting with fever, general weakness, and malaise. After a few days, headache, sore throat, muscle pain, chest pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, cough, and abdominal pain may follow. Is it all rat that […]
What does Habib mean in Islam?
What does Habib mean in Islam? Habibi or habibti comes from the Arabic root word meaning “love.” Habib (masculine) or habiba (feminine) refers to a loved one. What does Habib mean? Muslim and Jewish (Sephardic): from an Arabic personal name based on habib ‘beloved’, ‘friend’, used by both Muslims and Jews. Habibullah ‘beloved of Allah’ […]