Pluto is the second largest dwarf planet of the Solar System. Until very recently it was actually considered to be the ninth planet in the solar system and the furthest from the sun. It is one of several large bodies in a newly discovered region known as the Kuiper Belt. Pluto is made up of mostly ice and rock and is smaller in mass and volume than the Moon. Pluto does not orbit the sun on the same plane that the other planets do, but has a higher more elongated orbit.
Stretch marks are a form of scarring on the skin that may fade with time, but seldom disappear all together. The medical term for stretch marks is striae. Most stretch marts first appear as red or purple lines in the skin gradually fading with time to a pink, white or cream color. Stretch marks are most likely to occur on parts of the body where fat is stored such as hips, breasts, abdomen, upper arms, thighs and buttock.
The peanut is part of the legume family and, despite its name, is not actually a true nut. The peanut is the fruit of an annual herbaceous plant, meaning they die after flowering and fruiting and grow back from seed, which are 1 ft to 1.6 feet (30-50cm) tall. When in bloom the peanut plant has yellowish-red flowers. Peanuts were most likely first cultivated in Peru around 7,600 years ago. There are currently four types of peanut being grown and sold around the world. They are called Virginia, Runner, Spanish and Valencia.
Elephants are the largest living land mammals on Earth and can weight over 6000 kg (13,228 lbs). They are easily recognized by their distinctive trunk, which is used for collecting food, drinking water and smelling. It is generally accepted that there are 3 species of elephants; the African bush elephant, African forest elephant and the Asian elephant (sometimes called Indian elephant). However, some researchers claim there are more or less species. If you have ever wondered how long elephants live for, keep reading to find out.
Antacids are a type of medication that is taken to relieve the symptoms of heartburn or acid indigestion. The most common form of tablet antacids are taken after being dissolved in water. However, ready-to-drink liquid preparations are also popular. Some of the best known brands of antacids are Alka-Seltzer, Maalox, Gaviscon, Rolaids, Tums and Mylanta. The formula for each brand of antacid can vary, but calcium carbonate, milk of magnesia, aluminium hydroxide, sodium bicarbonate are commonly used. Continue reading if you want to know how antacids help to relieve heartburn, reflux and acid indigestion.
The Sydney Opera House is one of the best known landmarks in Australia. It’s unique design and prominent location in Sydney Harbour make it a popular tourist attraction and one of the most famous performing arts centers in the world. It is estimated that 7 million tourists visit the site each year. The venue has a number of performance venues and hosts more than 1,500 performances each year. It was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007. If you have ever wondered who built this unique building, keep reading to find out.
The National Basketball League (NBA) is the top professional basketball league in the world. It consists of 29 teams from the United States and 1 team from Canada. In this history of the league only 23 players have played with a listed height of 5 feet, 9 inches (1.95 m) or shorter and many of these players played fewer than 100 games. If you have ever wondered who was the shortest player to play in the NBA, keep reading to find out.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan is a celebrity actor best known for his work on the hit television series “Grey’s Anatomy.” He began acting in the 90’s and had mostly small roles in film and television. His career blossomed after “Grey’s Anatomy” and this had led to further important film and television roles. He is due to take more leading roles in the future and with a little bit of luck could become a genuine star. The following is a list of movies that Jeffrey Dean Morgan has acted in during his career so far.
Lipids is the name given to a group of molecules that are naturally occurring. This group includes fats, waxes, fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E and K, sterols, monoglycerides, diglycerides, triglycerides and phospholipids. Whilst many essential lipids can be made by the human body, some need to be obtained from food and beverages. The main function of lipids is the storage of energy within the body. Lipids also carry out a number of other functions such as vitamin absorption, energy production, cell lubrication, hormone production and play a role in sending signals throughout the body.
Iran is the world 18th largest country and it is located in the Middle East. With a land area of 1,648,195 km2 (636,372 sq mi) Iran is home to approximately 74,700,000 people. The capital city of Iran is Tehran which is also its largest city. Iran shares a border with Armenia, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan to the north, Afghanistan and Pakistan to the east, and Iraq and Turkey to the west. It also borders the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman to the south. Iran has had a long and interesting history and it is one of the oldest civilizations in the world.