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Apples, along with cherries, peaches and almonds, are members of the rose family. The seeds of apples and these other fruits contain natural chemicals that are toxic to some animals. But are they poisonous to humans? Here’s a look at the toxicity of apple seeds. Apple seeds contain small amount of cyanide, which is a […]
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If you watch animal documentaries or animation, you would have come across both animals. You may even be one of those who think they are one and the same because of their striking resemblance! You are not alone in this confusion, reason we have compiled this fact sheet about them both. Hope you enjoy! First, the
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China, officially the People’s Republic of China, is a sovereign state located in East Asia. China belongs to the continent of Asia. Bordering countries include Afghanistan, Bhutan, Burma, India, Kazakhstan, North Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Vietnam Fast facts about China 1. China has the largest population in the world, with over
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In an incredible BBCiWonder series, you are taken on a timeline of the various actions that came together to form you. How one out of 250 million of your father’s sperm cells got the treasured prize – your mother’s egg; whether you would be named Amina or Babatunde; to the first real test you had to
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Microorganisms are living beings (types of life) requiring amplification to see and resolve their structures. “Microorganism” is a general term that becomes more understandable if it is divided into its principal types—bacteria, yeasts, molds, protozoa, algae—predominantly unicellular microbes. Viruses are also included, although they cannot live or reproduce on their own. They are particles, not
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Octopuses are one of the most interesting sea creatures. Name octopus is derived from a Greek language and it means eight-footed. There are over 200 species of octopuses and all of them live in oceans around the world, usually near the coral reefs. Octopuses are invertebrates, which mean that they are boneless. Fast facts about
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1. The United States of America is also called the USA, US, United States or sometimes America. Located in North America, the country is bordered on the west by the Pacific Ocean and to the east by the Atlantic Ocean. 2. On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was issued, establishing the United States of America. 3. The
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Maya Angelou was born Marguerite Annie Johnson (April 4, 1928 – May 28, 2014) was an American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. She published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, several books of poetry, and was credited with a list of plays, movies, and television shows spanning over 50 years. She received dozens of
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Humans sure have it easy. When we fall ill, a quick visit with the doctor and a prescription later does the fine job of making us well. Even pet animals have the luxury of a veterinary doctor, but what hope is there for wild animals when they get sick? Well, stay your beating heart; they
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PROTEIN Contents What is Protein? Types of Protein Functions of Protein Foods that contain Protein Protein Deficiency General Symptoms of Protein Deficiency What is Protein? Proteins are the building blocks of life. Every cell in the human body contains protein. The basic structure of protein is a chain of amino acids. Proteins are very
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