Archive for January 2012
The human body has about 656 to 850 muscles. Each of these muscles has a role to play in different bodily functions. Some muscles are used to move the body and others are used in bodily processes such as breathing, sneezing and digesting. Groups of muscles often work together to provide movement and achieve important bodily functions. Some muscles such as those in your arms and legs can be controlled by conscious thought, whilst others such as your heart complete their jobs without you thinking about it. It is common for muscles to twitch and move with and without us noticing. What makes a muscle twitch? Read this article to learn the answer.
Dental or orthodontic braces are attached to a person’s teeth to correct dental issues in both children and adults. They can be used to straighten teeth and ensure a brilliant smile. They can also be used to align teeth and the jaw to assist with other functions such as chewing and speaking. They come in a variety of different types and styles, but all essentially have the same functions. So, how do dental braces transform those crooked teeth into an award winning smile? Read on to find out.
An eraser, also known as a rubber, is a stationary product used for rubbing out markings made with a pencil. They are usually made with synthetic rubber, but can also be made out of other materials. Erasers are available as a standalone piece of stationary or affixed to the non-writing end of a pencil, known as a pencil eraser. Have you ever wondered who invented the eraser? Continue reading to find out.
Jelly beans are a popular confectionery product best known for their hard outer shell and soft jelly interior. They are made in the shape of a bean, which is where their name comes from. Jelly beans are made by many manufacturers and usually come in a mixed packet with a variety of different flavors and colors. The main ingredient of jelly beans is sugar, but other ingredients are also used to give the beans their distinct texture and flavor. Let’s take a look at how jelly beans are made in the factory.
Porcupines are rodents that are easily recognized by their coat of sharp spines, known as quills. These are used as camouflage and as a defence against predators. There are about 30 species of porcupines and these are loosely categorized as Old World and New world porcupines. The different species vary in size quite considerably. However, the average size of a porcupine is about 60-90 cm (24-36 in.) long and 5-16 kg (11-35lbs) in weight. They also have a tail that is about 20-25cm (8-10 in.) long. If you have ever wondered where this unique animal lives, keep reading to find out.
Puerto Rico, officially the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, is an unincorporated territory of the United States. This means that Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens, but they cannot vote in the presidential elections. The country is located in the north eastern region of the Caribbean with the Dominican Republic to the west and the Virgin Islands to the east. Puerto Rico is made up of 78 municipalities, which are considered to be the equivalent of a county for the purpose of the census. Keep reading to find out which of these municipalities is the capital of Puerto Rico.
The Indiana Paceres are a professional basketball team founded in 1967. They were members of the American Basketball Association (ABA) before switching to the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 1976. They compete in the Eastern Division of the Central Conference. Although they were very successful in the ABA, with 3 titles in 4 years, since joining the NBA they have never won a championship. If you have ever wondered where the Indiana Pacers play their home games, keep reading to find out.
Jeremy Irons is a famous British actor who began acting professionally on the stage in 1969. He moved to London is 1971 before landing a prominent role in the musical “Godspell.” He had a very successful career on the stage and made his big screen debut in 1980. A year later he received his first major film role in the romantic movie “The French Lieutenant’s Woman.” He has continued to land many important film roles to this day, but the highlight of his career came in 1991 when he won an Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. The following is a list of movies that Jeremy Irons has acted in during his career so far.
Moldova, officially called the republic of Moldova, is located in Eastern Europe. It shares borders with Romania and Ukraine. It was once part of the Soviet Union but declared independence in 1991 when the USSR was dissolved. The capital city of Moldova is Chi?in?u and it has a population of 3,560,400 people. The official language spoken in Moldova is Moldovan (Romanian) and its total land area is 13,067 sq mi (33,846 km2). It is ruled by a parliamentary republic with a president as head of state and a prime minister as head of government and is a member of the United Nations.
A telescope is an instrument that is used to magnify objects that are a considerable distance away. It is usually a long tube with a number of glass lenses and mirrors inside. The lens can be adjusted to focus at different distances and are used to focus the light onto a precise spot. This light is then observed through the telescope lens or fed into a computer which produces models of the information collected. Telescopes are mainly used in the area of astronomy and numerous large telescopes exist throughout the world to observe and record stellar phenomenon.