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Who Invented Kool-Aid

May 8th, 2012 at 12:20pm Under who invented

Kool-Aid is a popular brand of flavored drink mix. It is usually sold in packet form and is made by mixing the powder with water and sugar. Throughout the years it has been available in a wide variety of flavors and today is available in many countries of the world. The mascot of the drink is the Kool-Aid Man, who is best known for his catch phrase “Oh, Yeah!” Kool-Aid is owned by Kraft Foods and is manufactured in Mexico. Continue reading to find out who invented this popular drink mix.

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Who Invented Cotton Candy

April 5th, 2012 at 12:33pm Under who invented

Cotton candy, also known as candy floss or fairy floss, is a confectionary product made from spun sugar and food coloring. Cotton candy is often served on a stick and the finished product resembles a large piece of cotton, from which it gets its name. It is a popular product at the circus, carnivals and fairgrounds, where it is often made and served from small carts. Cotton candy machines are also available for home use. If you have ever wondered who invented this tasty treat, keep reading to find out.

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Who Invented the MP3 Player

March 24th, 2012 at 12:44am Under who invented

An MP3 player is a small electronic device that is designed to play digital music files. They are named after the popular music file format MP3, even though they can usually play other file types. They are sometimes referred to as a portable media player or digital audio player and depending on the specifications they may also be used to view image and video files. Unlike previous portable music players, an MP3 player doesn’t require media (CD or audio tape) and stores the digital music files on a hard drive, memory card or similar internal storage device. The most well known MP3 player is the Apple iPod, which was first released in 2001. However, Apple wasn’t the first to invent this technology.

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Who Invented Scuba Diving

March 9th, 2012 at 12:17pm Under who invented

SCUBA is an acronym for self-contained underwater breathing apparatus and is used by divers to dive deep under the surface of the water. It is used for a variety of different purposes including diving reefs, wrecks and it is also used by civilian, military and emergency services officers for a variety of work-related activities. Prior to the invention of SCUBA equipment underwater divers would have to be attached to an oxygen hose which would provide the diver with air. This made swimming underwater difficult and sometimes accidents occurred with the supply hose. Other types of diving gear also had trouble regulating the oxygen for the diver to breathe.

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Who Invented the Microscope

March 7th, 2012 at 12:58am Under who invented

A microscope is a specialized scientific instrument that is used to study objects that cannot be seen by the naked human eye. The most well known type of microscopes use a glass lens to magnify the size of an object so that it can be observed. They often make use of light to illuminate the subject of study. They can also be adjusted for different views and magnifications. There are many types of microscope including the optical microscope, electron microscope and the scanning probe microscope. Let’s take a look specifically at the invention of the optical microscope.

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Who Invented Barbed Wire

March 1st, 2012 at 12:39pm Under who invented

Barbed wire is a fencing wire with sharp barbs placed at regular points on the wire strand. These barbs are designed to cause discomfort to an animal or person to discourage them from passing through or over the fence. It is commonly used in agriculture to prevent animals from escaping and on top of high fences or walls to discourage people from climbing the structure. Barbed wire has also been used in times of war to fortify an area or to slow opposition troops down. Barbed wire fencing is widely used for these many applications because it is inexpensive and can be easily constructed quickly and easily. If you have ever wondered who created this simple and effective fencing, keep reading to find out.

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Who Invented the ZIP Code

February 21st, 2012 at 12:10pm Under who invented

A ZIP code is a set of numbers that are used by the U.S postal services to sort and deliver mail more effectively. They were first introduced in 1963 and are a numerical sequence of five numbers. ZIP is an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan. In most cases, four extra digits are now added to a Zip code to give more precise information about where the post needs to be delivered for distribution. ZIP codes are now an accepted and mandatory part of addressing post. Have you ever wondered who invented the ZIP code? Read on to find out.

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Who Invented Flash Mobs

February 19th, 2012 at 12:36am Under who invented

A flash mob is a group of people that have prearranged to appear in public and perform an unusual act. It usually begins with one person starting the act and other people begin to spontaneously join in with the act. Once it is over the mob usually quickly disperses. The flash mob was originally intended to be a social experiment that would allow for spontaneity and highlight the culture of conformity. Since this time the flash mob has become a worldwide cultural phenomenon and many different groups have began these type of performances. The videos of these events are some of the most popular on the Internet. Do you want to know who invented this type of group performance? Continue reading to find out.

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Who Invented Kickball

February 7th, 2012 at 12:28am Under who invented

Kickball is a popular game that has many similarities to baseball and softball. Unlike these games, a larger rubber ball is used and the pitcher rolls the ball along the ground for the player to kick the ball instead of using the bat to hit it. The game is usually played on a softball diamond with 3 bases and a home plate. There are no official rules of kickball, which means that different variations of the game have developed over time. It is popular in schools where it is commonly a part of the physical education program. Continue reading if you want to know who invented this popular sport.

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Who Invented Dr Pepper

February 4th, 2012 at 12:58am Under who invented

Dr Pepper is the name of a uniquely flavored soft drink that is currently owned in North America by the Dr Pepper Snapple Group. The distinctive taste is unlike any other soft drink and has been described as a flavor that you either love or hate. Although the standard Dr Pepper remains the most popular product, there are now many other varieties and flavors such as Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper and Diet Dr Pepper. Let’s take a look at who invented this popular soft drink.

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