Carpet is a type of floor covering that is used in many homes and office spaces. It is used to insulate against noise and heat lost and can be placed on walls and ceilings as well as floors. It comes in a variety of thicknesses, colors and patterns and is an important part of decor. Carpet is made from a number of different materials such as wool, polypropylene, nylon or polyester. It is thought that carpet has been around since at least the 3rd or 2nd millennium BC. So how is carpet made? Read on to find out.
Samarium is a hard, silver metal that oxidizes in air to form a yellow-gray powder on the surface of the metal. It is a chemical element with the atomic number 62 and is represented by the chemical symbol Sm. Due to its reactiveness it is never found in its free form in nature, but it can be found in a number of minerals. The most important minerals as a commercial source of the element are monazite and bastnaesite (bastnäsite). It is known as a rare earth element, but it is actually the 40th most common element in the crust of the Earth (more common than tin). The largest reserves of this element are believed to be found in China, the United States, India, Brazil, Australia and Sri Lanka. About 700 metric tons is produced each year for a number of different applications.
Rhinos are animals best known for their large size and horn/s. There are five living species of rhinoceros and two of these are native to Africa and three are found in Southern Asia. Each species has varying characteristics, for example some have 2 horns and some have one, but the general appearance of these animals is quite similar. Rhinos are gray in color and can reach more than 1 metric ton in weight. Of the five species, three are listed as critically endangered (black rhinoceros, Sumatran rhinoceros and Javan rhinoceros), one is listed as vulnerable (Indian rhinoceros) and one is near threatened (white rhinoceros). Let’s find out why these animals as listed as endangered and what is being done to conserve these species.
“The Chronicles of Narnia” is a series of children’s fantasy novels set in the fictional land of Narnia. It has remained popular since the first of the seven books was published in 1950. Over 100 million copies have been sold and it has been translated into almost 50 languages as well as Braille. Although each book was originally published separately, most modern versions include the entire seven stories. Since the last book was published in 1956 the series has never been out of print. There have been a number of adaptations of the series, including radio plays, stage shows, television series and big budget films. This has led to an increased popularity in the work. Let’s find out who wrote this popular fantasy series.
The Stanley Cup is the championship trophy of the National Hockey League (NHL) and is awarded each year to the playoff champion at the conclusion of the Stanley Cup Finals. It was created in 1892 by Canadian Governor General Lord Stanley to be awarded to the top amateur ice hockey team. After a series of changes and the folding of the Western Hockey League, it unofficially became the championship trophy of the NHL. The was made official in 1947 with permission from the trustees. Let’s find out which of the current NHL teams have never won a Stanley Cup title.
Manta Rays are large marine animals that are best known for their triangular fins (sometimes known as wings), flat body shape and thin whip-like tail. These animals can reach more than 7 m (23 ft) in width and a weight of 1,350 kg (3,000 lb). There are two species of manta rays, the giant manta ray and the reef manta ray, and they belong to the eagle ray family. Manta rays are found in most of the world’s oceans from temperate through to tropical waters. The reef manta ray tends to inhabit reef systems and the giant manta ray migrates across the ocean in search for food. Let’s find out what these large rays eat.
Colombia is a large country in terms of area (26th largest) and population (27th largest). The area has a long history of human habitation that possibly dates back further than 22,000 years. However, the beginnings of modern Colombia was not created until independence from Spain was achieved in 1819. This breakaway country was known as Gran (Great) Colombia, which collapsed in 1830. This significantly reduced the territory of Colombia. The modern borders of Colombia were formed in 1903 when Panama, the last remaining country in union with Colombia, became independent. From this time the country has been faced with internal political instability and violence. Let’s find out where Colombia is located.
Procter & Gamble Company, also known as P&G, is a multinational company that specializes in personal care products, cleaning goods and pet foods. The company headquarters are in Downtown Cincinnati and their products are sold worldwide. Procter & Gamble employ over 126,000 people are reported a revenue of over $83 billion in 2012. The company is one of the largest consumer goods companies in the world and is one of the most successful companies in the world. Let’s find out who founded this famous company.
Jennifer Hudson is a celebrity singer and actress who shot to fame after reaching the finals of the third season of the hit reality show American Idol. Although it is as a recording artist that she is best known she has also achieved great success in her short acting career. In 2007 she won an Oscar, a BAFTA, a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award for her supporting role in the film “Dreamgirls” (an amazing achievement considering it was also her film debut). Her acting career has been somewhat overshadowed by her vocal talent, but she has every chance of becoming a genuine A-List actress with her talent and a bit of luck. Many will be watching her career with interest. The following is a list of movies that Jennifer Hudson has acted in during her career so far.
A shipping container, properly known as an intermodal container, is a large steel rectangular box shaped container used for transporting goods over long distances. These containers are standard size to ensure that they can be stacked on ships, trucks and trains for transport around the world. This standardized size and shape also allows to transfer between these modes of transport without first unloading the contents. The invention of the intermodal container was a revolution in the shipping industry and more items are shipped in this way than any other form of transport. Let’s find out who invented the intermodal container.