“Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” is a well known song that was originally recorded for the soundtrack of the film “Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid” in 1973. This folk rock song went on to be a mainstream hit, reaching a high of position 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Since this time it has been used in many other films and has been covered by many artists. The song tells the story of a lawman that is close to death and can no longer perform his duties. Let’s find out who wrote and sang this famous song.
Justin Theroux is a celebrity actor who began his acting career on the stage in New York City. His film debut came in 1996 with the movie “I Shot Andy Warhol”. Since his debut he has appeared in many more films and television series as well as continued work on the stage. His career probably hasn’t reached the heights expected of him, but his engagement to popular actress Jennifer Aniston will surely bring him some more attention. The following is a list of movies that Justin Theroux has acted in during his career so far.
Rodents are an order of mammals, characterized by a pair of continuously growing incisors in the center of the mouth. These incisors need to be worn down by continuous gnawing and grinding. Rodents make up the largest order of animals on the planet with approximately 2,277 species of rodents worldwide. They live on every continent except for Antarctica and inhabit every type of habitat except for the oceans. Some of the most commonly recognized rodents include rats, mice, rabbits, hamsters and squirrels. Many species of rodents are viewed as pests, due to their ability to eat through almost anything and gain access to food supplies and seeds.
A horseshoe is a U-shaped object that is attached to the bottom of a horses hoof to protect against wear and tear. Horseshoes have been used for centuries and are usually nailed through the hard, insensitive section of the horse’s hooves. Different shoes are fitted to horses depending on the work that the horse is doing and the terrain they are working in.
Massachusetts (full title: Commonwealth of Massachusetts) is a state located in the northeastern United States. It was one of the original thirteen colonies and officially became a state on February 6, 1788. However, the state had a governor before this date. Massachusetts was a key state in the Declaration of Independence and Revolutionary War. On June 15, 1780, Massachusetts ratified their state constitution which became official on October 25, 1780. It was on this date that the first governor of Massachusetts took office.
Bubble gum is a type of chewing gum that is made to be inflated into a bubble. To allow for this it is made to be less sticky and more stretchy than regular chewing gum. Bubble gum was invented by Walter E. Diemer, who was an accountant at the Fleer Chewing Gum Company. He was experimenting with new recipes and came across the perfect bubble gum by accident, which was later named Dubble Bubble by the president of the company. It was made pink because that was the only food coloring available for Diemer, and today many companies still make their bubble gum in pink! Let’s find out how bubble gum is made today.
Fluorite, also called fluorspar, is a mineral that consists of the compound calcium fluoride (calcium and fluorine). It is a common mineral and is often found in association with metallic minerals. It is also a common mineral in granite and other igneous rocks. It is estimated that the largest deposits of fluorite occur in South Africa, Mexico and China. China currently produces the largest amount of this mineral in the world. The following are some of the most common applications of fluorite.
Elk, not to be confused with moose which are called elk through some of their range, are one of the largest species of deer on the planet. This species was once thought to be a subspecies of the red deer, but recent research suggests that they are a distinct species. Elk are native to North America and eastern Asia and are one of the largest land mammals in these areas. They have also been introduced into many countries where they usually adapt quickly and thrive. Male elk are known for their large antlers, which are shed and regrow each year. This species has long been an important food source for humans and other predators. Let’s take a look at the typical diet of the elk.
Kevlar is a very high strength synthetic material that is usually spun into sheets or ropes for many commercial uses. Amazingly, it is 5 times stronger than steel on the basis of equal weight and doesn’t suffer from rusting or corrosion. This means it finds many applications in products that require high strength while remaining lightweight including; body armor (bulletproof vests) and personal protection wear, tires, brakes, sailcloth, high performance shoes, strings (music and sports), drums, ropes and much more. It can also be used in the reinforcement of composite materials, such as carbon fiber. Let’s find out who invented this important material.
The George Washington Bridge is a well known suspension bridge that spans the Hudson River to connect Fort Lee, New Jersey, and Washington Heights, New York City. The bridge has 2 levels and a total of 14 lanes for vehicle travel, along with paths for pedestrian and bicycle traffic. It can carry more vehicles than any other bridge in the world and it is reported to be the world’s busiest vehicle bridge with more than 106 million vehicles making the trip each year. The bridge is also a popular landmark and has been described as one of the most beautiful bridges in the world. Let’s find out who designed this structure.