Cockroaches are insects that are best known as a major household pest, capable of carrying disease. However, there are about 4,500 species of cockroaches and only 30 are known as human pests! Cockroaches have flat round bodies, small heads and long antennas. Most species eat a variety of organic matter, and this is why some species are associated with kitchen/food preparation areas. The average size of a cockroach is much larger than many other types of insects, but most species are no larger than an average human thumbnail. Let’s find out which species of cockroach is the largest in the world.
Phosphorus is a nonmetal that exists in a variety of different forms (allotropes). The most common forms are white and red phosphorus. These different forms of this element all have very different properties. Phosphorus is highly reactive, which means that it is never found in its elemental form in nature. However, it is very common in a number of different minerals and makes up about 0.1% of all rocks. Phosphorus is a chemical element with the atomic number 15 and the chemical symbol P. All naturally occurring phosphorus on Earth is made up of a single stable isotope. However, many other isotopes of phosphorus have been identified.
New Mexico is a state located in the southwest of the United States. It is the fifth largest state in the country in terms of area, but has a relatively small population of just over 2 million people. New Mexico is bordered by Mexico to the south along with the U.S. states of Texas, Arizona, Utah (corner only), Colorado and Kansas. The region has long been inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Pueblo, Navajo, Apache and Ute. The first European history of the region occurred in the 16th century. Let’s take a brief look at the history of the area and find out when it became a state.
Garlic is a species of edible plant that is closely related to onions, shallots, leeks and chives. The plant grows to about 60 cm (2 ft) high and the edible portion is actually the bulbous portion that grows underground. Garlic has many culinary uses and it is used in cuisines all over the world. It is popular as a strong flavoring and seasoning. It also has many historical and medicinal uses and is being studied for potential health benefits. There are two subspecies of garlic and hundreds of different varieties within these subspecies. Let’s find out where garlic originated from and where it is grown today.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a professional baseball team that compete in the Central Division of the National League of Major League Baseball. The team was founded in 1882 and joined the American Association the same year. In 1887 the team became a part of the National League and were very successful (they played in the first ever World Series in 1903). The team has won a total of five World Series titles, but recent success has alluded them and in modern times they have struggled to produce a winning season. Let’s find out where the Pirates play their home games.
Thulium is a bright silvery-gray metal that tarnishes in air slowly. It is a chemical element and has the atomic number of 69 and the chemical symbol Tm. It is an extremely soft metal and can be cut with a knife. It is an extremely rare element and is only found in trace amounts in the crust of the Earth. It is never found in its free form in nature, but is found in minute quantities in certain minerals. The most common minerals where it is found are gadolinite, monazite (the most important commercial source of this element), xenotime and euxenite. The largest reserves of this metal are found in China. Let’s find out who discovered this rare element.
The Shard, also known as the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge or London Bridge Tower, is a 72 story building located in London, England. The building is 306 m (1,004 ft) high, which makes it the tallest building in the United Kingdom and the European Union. The building is best known for its unique triangular shape. The building is home to offices, a hotel, residences, shopping and restaurants. It also features a popular public viewing gallery. Let’s find out who designed and built this impressive structure.
Niagara Falls is a famous series of waterfalls located on the border of the United States (New York State) and Canada (Ontario Province). The falls (Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls and the Bridal Veil Falls) make up the end of the Niagara Gorge. This part of the gorge has been the site of a number of crossings on a tightrope. Although theses crossings are often listed as “crossing Niagara Falls”, most crossings do not occur over the falls and have actually taken place across the gorge itself near the current location of Rainbow Bridge. Let’s find out who was the first to successfully attempt this impressive feat.
Tina Fey is a celebrity actress, writer and comedian who came to fame working on the hit television series “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) between 1997 and 2006. This led to other roles, such as the popular television series “30 Rock” for which she is probably best known. She has won two Golden Globes for her role in this series. Her movie roles have been relatively few, but she has starred in a few popular comedies. She has also been involved in the writing of a number of television series, including “30 Rock” and “Saturday Night Live.” The following is a list of movies that Tina Fey has acted in during her career.
The spleen is an internal organ that is located in the left upper quadrant of the abdomen just below the left lung. It lies between the 9th and the 11th rib. In humans it appears brownish in color and is approximately 11 centimeters (4.3 in) in length. A spleen can weigh up to 200 grams (7.1 oz). The spleen is part of the lymphatic system and is supplied with blood by the short gastric arteries and the splenic artery. Read on to learn about the functions of the spleen.