Life Savers are a brand of hard candy that traditionally come in mint or fruit flavors. This candy is best known for its distinctive ring shape and foil roll packaging. The name Life Savers comes from the shape of the candy, which is similar in appearance to lifebuoys that are used to save people who have fallen in the water. The first Life Saver flavor was peppermint, but in recent years a number of new products and flavors have been released. Since 2004, the brand has been owned by the Wrigley Company (who were bought out by Mars in 2008). They have been one of the most popular brands of hard candy for many years and 2012 marks 100 years since they were invented.
Haiti (official title: The Republic of Haiti) is a small country that occupies part of an island known as Hispaniola. The country covers just 27,750 km2 and has a population of almost 10 million. The capital city, and largest city, of Haiti is Port-au-Prince, which has a population of about 900,000. Haiti has been under both Spanish and French rule and was occupied by the United States for a period of time. Today, it is an independent nation. Unfortunately, Haiti is best known as a very poor country that has a long history of political strife along with a number of devastating natural disasters. Let’s find out where this country is located.
Norway is a Scandinavian country that is located on the western side of the Scandinavian Peninsula. It is bordered to the east by Sweden and Russia and to the south by Finland. The south of Norway is bordered by the Skagerrak Strait and its vast coastline lies along the North Atlantic Ocean and the Barents Sea. Norway is home to approximately 5,033,675 people and covers a total area of 385,252 km2 (148,746 sq mi).
Diaper rash, also called nappy rash in British English, is the name given to skin rashes that occur in the diaper region. It often appears as small red, raised dots that can become inflamed and show a white head. Diaper rash is usually uncomfortable for the baby and may make them fussy. Keeping the area dry and clean through regular diaper changes can decrease the occurrences of diaper rash. What is the cause of this skin rash? Read on to find out.
The Panama Canal is a shipping canal that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. It is located in the country of Panama and is 77.1 km (48 mi) long. Work commenced on the Panama Canal in 1881 and was completed in 1914. The Panama Canal has been owned by Columbia, France and America, but is now owned by the country of Panama providing important income for the country’s economy. The Panama Canal has been named one of the seven wonders of the modern world. So why was this amazing shipping route built? Read this article to learn the reasons.
Avocados are a green to brown skinned fruit usually in the shape of a pear or egg. This fruit has a hard outer skin with soft flesh and a large seed inside. It usually grows between 7 cm (2.8 in) to 20 cm (7.9 in) long and can weigh up to 1kg (35 oz). The avocado fruit grows on the avocado tree, which is relatively slow growing and can grow up to 20 m (66 ft). Avocado is an important source of good fats and are also a good source of B vitamins and vitamin K. It is not a sweet fruit, which means that it is used in both sweet and savory cooking. Let’s find out where the avocado comes from and where it is grown today.
Osmium is a chemical element with the atomic number of 76 and the chemical symbol Os. It is part of the platinum family and is a transition metal. It is blue-gray or blue-black and is the densest naturally occurring stable element on earth. It is known for being hard and brittle and well as extremely durable. Osmium has the highest melting point and lowest vapor pressure of the platinum group. It occurs naturally as an alloy with other platinum metals. It remains lustrous even at high temperatures and is difficult to work. When the metal oxidizes it releases a toxic agent that can cause lung congestion, skin damage, or eye damage. Due to this, osmium is very rarely used in its pure form and is most often combined with other metals. So what is osmium used for in the world today? Read on to find out.
Gallstones are hard, stone like deposits that build up in the gallbladder. They range in size from tiny sand-like pebbles to large golf ball sized deposits. It is possible to have gallstones without experiencing any symptoms. However, symptoms usually develop when the gallstone/s block the cystic duck or the bile duct within the gallbladder. Symptoms include pain in the right upper or middle upper abdomen, fever, jaundice, clay-colored stools, nausea and vomiting. Gallstones are usually treated via surgery to remove the stones or the gallbladder itself. Medication may also be taken to dissolve the gallstones. What is the cause of these deposits? Read this article to learn more.
The mitochondria are organelles found in many different types of cells. They are often called the “power plant” or “powerhouse” of the cell because they produce the adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is a source of chemical energy. However, they also have a number of other important functions within the cell as well. Mitochondria are tiny, with a diameter of approximately 0.5-1 micrometer (micron). This means that they cannot be seen with the human eye and require a microscope to view. Let’s find out who discovered this important organelle.
Vin Diesel is a celebrity actor who is best known for his bald head, muscular physique and deep voice. Although his step-father was an acting instructor, Diesel landed his first acting role after he was caught breaking in to a local theater with his friends. He decided to pursue acting and continued to work on stage. He soon discovered a love of filmmaking and in 1995 his short film “Multi Facial” was screened at the Cannes Festival. It was this film, and a heartfelt letter from Diesel, this later led to a call from Steven Spielberg offering Diesel a role in the blockbuster “Saving Private Ryan.” From here his career grew and he landed more important roles. Despite this success, his career has not reached the heights that many expected of it. The following is a list of movies that Vin Diesel has acted in during his career so far.