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[Infographic] Washington DC Travel Guide: Historic Sites Off The Beaten Path

Research by AnnaBelle

Whether traveling to DC for a getaway, to take the kids to see the historic monuments, or for a first or second honeymoon, there are…

Brazil: History, Travel, and Resources

Research by L.Fuller

The country of Brazil is a rich melting pot of culture, including those from Europe, Africa, Portuguese, Asian, Indian, Jews, air, and more. As a…

Science Lesson 1: Cell Analogy Magic Book Lesson Plan

Research by Kelly

Lesson 1: Cell Analogy Magic Book Purpose: Create a visual that will help students relate cell structures to their functions. Students should be able to:…

Counter-Reformation: Causes, Key Events, and Resources

Research by A.Moore

The Counter-Reformation of 16th century Europe, the movement aimed at reforming the Roman Catholic Church from within, came on the heels of and in response…

Green Energy Resources

Research by J.Ellis

Why Green Energy? The goal of many new regulations, building codes, as well as by individuals is to find alternative sources of energy that generates…

Nebraska (NE): State Information, Fun Facts, and Resources

Research by F.Rosseti

Fun Facts about Nebraska When did Nebraska become a state? March 1, 1867 Who were the first Europeans in Nebraska? Étienne Veniard de Bourgmont First…

Calvin Coolidge: Facts, Biography, and Resources

Research by B.Sobey

Brief Biography of Calvin Coolidge John Calvin Coolidge was the thirtieth president of the United States. He has become symbolic of the smug and self-satisfied…

Benefits of Building With Steel

Research by Buildings Guide

The architecture and engineering industry has existed for ages. The pyramids of Egypt are a clear indication of how building sophistication has been around for…

List of Egyptian Pyramids

Research by J.Ellis

Ancient Name: Pyramid of Ahmose Pharaoh: Ahmose Dynasty: 18th Where is it located: Abydos Fun Pyramid Facts: The Pyramid of Ahmose was built not as…

September: Fun Facts, Trivia, and Resources

Research by k.Pearson

Birth Stone for Someone Born in September? The September birthstones Sapphire. Saphire is chemically and structurally the same as a Ruby. What is Septembers Zodiac…

October: Fun Facts, Trivia and Resources

Research by J.Ellis

Birth Stone for Someone Born in October? The Opal derives its name from the Latin word “opalus,” meaning precious jewel. Prized for its unique ability…

How to test for dioxins in air samples?

Research by J.Ellis

Dioxins refer to the family of dioxins and furans while the specific term “dioxin” specifically refers to the 2, 3, 7, 8 -tetrachlorodibenzo-p-diocin compounds. These…

Timeline of the History of the Typewriter

Research by k.Pearson

1864: Peter Mitterhofer, typewriter prototype 1864 Technisches Museum Wien 1865: In 1865, Rev. Rasmus Malling-Hansen of Denmark invented the Hansen Writing Ball, which went into…

Badfinger: Joey Molland Biography and Facts

Research by J.Ellis

Joseph “Joey” Charles Molland was born June 21, 1947 in Edge Hill, Liverpool, England. He is best known as a member of Badfinger, the most…

How long does signal transduction in cells take?

Research by Will

Signal transduction in cells is a way for cells to communicate with each other. The term itself refers to the movement of signals from outside…

What are the mid-sternum lymph nodes?

Research by Will

Lymph nodes, found throughout the body, are small, round, kidney-shaped organs that are part of the immune system. They are linked by lymphatic vessels. Aside…

What contributions did Stoics make to the study of logic?

Research by Will

Stoicism was a school of philosophy that developed in Athens, Greece, in 300 BCE. The founder of the movement was Zeno of Citium in Cyprus….

How does inflation affect the distribution of income?

Research by Will

Inflation and distribution of income are directly linked to one another. In current times of economic fluctuation and speculation, these concepts could never be more…

How do searchlights work?

Research by Will

Searchlights or spotlights create a powerful beam of light that can be directed at specific objects or areas. The rays of light from an electric…

How are anthropomorphism and humanism bound in Greek mythology?

Research by Will

Anthropomorphism in Greek mythology is the attribution of human form and character to the Greek gods. The word is derived from the Greek anthropos,meaning human…

What are three methods of solving simultaneous equations?

Research by Will

Simultaneous equations are two or more mathematical statements that are true at the same time and contain two unknowns. For example, it is possible to…

Where is somatotropin developed?

Research by Will

Somatotropin is a growth hormone that is produced naturally in humans and animals. Its function is to stimulate growth, cell reproduction and cell regeneration. Somatotropin…

How do hydrodynamics work?

Research by Will

Hydrodynamics is the study of fluids in motion. The term fluid flow is also used. The concept of dynamic movement is inherent in the terminology…

What was the Continental Army?

Research by L.Fuller

To understand the Continental Army, one must understand the climate in which it was founded. In 1775, the United States was not yet established. People…

What is the alpine orogeny system?

Research by Will

The Alpine orogeny, also called the Alpide orogeny, is one of three phases in geology that defined the landscape of Europe. It occurred in the…

What is the Geneva Convention’s definition of torture?

Research by Kelly

More than two-thirds of the world’s countries are parties to the 1987 United Nations Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or…

What caused Shays’ Rebellion?

Research by Will

Shays’ Rebellion began in the summer of 1786 and lasted through the spring of 1787. It took place in the western part of Massachusetts, although…

Where did the Highland games begin?

Research by k.Pearson

The Highland games have traditionally been a representation of Scottish and Celtic traditions and therefore originated in Scotland. The dates of the Highland games originate…

What is consumer sovereignty?

Research by T.Price

Consumer sovereignty is an economic concept developed by the noted Austrian economist Ludwig von Mises. Born in Lemberg, Von Mises moved in his youth to…

How is mitochondrial DNA used in forensics?

Research by Will

DNA is found in human cells both in the nucleus and in the mitochondria. Each human cell has a nucleus which has only two copies…

What is historicism in literature?

Research by A.Moore

Literary criticism has taken on many forms over the decades. Literary critics argue about what elements of a text are significant and how important context…

What role did women play in the labor movement?

Research by A.Moore

During the 1960s and 1970s, American women clamored for the same working opportunities as men. This labor movement featured famous women such as Betty Friedan…

How does luciferase transfection work?

Research by Will

Luciferase transfection is a method in genetic engineering whereby luciferase, a complex nucleic acid involved in a type of light-production in microorganisms and animals called…

What are skewness and variance statistics?

Research by A.Moore

Skewness and variance statistics are concepts in probability theory. Probability theory is a branch of applied mathematics that analyzes random phenomena by collecting and interpreting…

How was the Janis Theory of Groupthink developed?

Research by A.Moore

Groupthink is a term which is reminiscent of terms created in George Orwell’s book, 1984. Orwell used similar terms such as Newspeak, Duckspeak, and Crimethink…

How is the tree length in bootstrap phylogeny trees calculated?

Research by Will

Bootstrapping is used in biology in the field of systematics. Phylogenic or evolutionary trees are used in the process. The purpose is to determine confidence…

Why did William win the Battle of Hastings in 1066?

Research by A.Moore

William the Conqueror won the Battle of Hastings (1066) through a combination of good preparation, better resources, strong leadership on his part, poor choices by…

Why did people go on pilgrimages in the Middle Ages?

Research by A.Moore

A pilgrimage is a physical and a spiritual journey to a sacred site, either a church or a place where a saint may have appeared…

Why does hydrochloric acid dissolve magnesium?

Research by Will

Hydrochloric acid is a chemical solution and strong mineral acid consisting of hydrogen chloride and water, which is considered highly corrosive. This solution, historically, was…

How do appellate courts work?

Research by J.Ellis

The legal system of any country plays a vital role in the stability of the country and its institutions. Laws are made not to control…

How does the digestive system interact with other systems?

Research by Will

All living organisms need energy in order to survive. Without a constant source of energy to replace expended energy, organisms will eventually die. Plants, for…

What is the difference between xylem and phloem?

Research by Will

The difference between xylem and phloem is that xylem transports water from the roots of a plant up through the plant whereas phloem transports nutrients,…

What were the beliefs of the Essenes?

Research by A.Moore

The Essenes were an ancient Jewish sect living in biblical Israel long before the birth of Jesus. Information about this very separate and mysterious sect…

How do you write research questions for grounded theory?

Research by A.Moore

Grounded theory is an emergent research methodology in the field of sociology, by which theories “emerge” organically from the researcher’s observations of a given situation;…

How are glycolysis and the citric acid cycle used in cellular respiration?

Research by A.Moore

Cellular respiration is a complex biological process involving many elements. There has been considerable research on the process. All living organisms, plants, bacteria, animals and…

Does nephelometry depend on mass spectrometry instrumentation?

Research by A.Moore

Nephelometry is a technique frequently used to determine levels of the immunoglobulins IgA, IgG and IgM in a bodily fluid sample. Either blood, urine or…

Do all plants have phototropism?

Research by A.Moore

Most plants are phototropic, which means that they respond to a light stimulus and grow toward the light. The reason for this is that plants…

What are traditional Mexican religious pilgrimages?

Research by A.Moore

From medieval times until the present day, Christians have made pilgrimages to holy places, churches or sites where saints are said to have appeared or…

How do ethers split in mass spectrometry?

Research by Will

Ethers are organic compounds that possess an ether group, which is an oxygen atom that is connected to either two alkyl or two aryl groups….

How does cytokinesis differ in plant and animal cells?

Research by Will

Cytokinesis is a process during which the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic cell (a cell possessing a nucleus) is divided into two daughter cells. This cell…

Why is hybridization in chemistry necessary?

Research by Will

The term “hybridization” refers to the production of something new from a combination or mixture of other components. The classic use of the term “hybrid”…

The Educational System of the 19th Century During the Civil War

Research by J.Ellis

In 19th century America, people believed that the education of children was essential. Most of the foundation for education began in the home. A popular…

Family Life in Atlantic America During the Civil War

Research by J.Ellis

Family life in Atlantic America underwent a dramatic change during the Civil War. While many of the people in the North were still farming, there…

George Washington to William H. Harrison Inaugural Address Quotes

Research by Tel

Inspiring and motivating quotes selected and taken from the Inaugural addresses of United States Presidents’ inaugural address, from the first U.S. president, George Washington to…

Countries That Use The Proportional Representation System

Research by E.Trio

What is the Proportional Representation System Proportional representation is a system of government in which representatives to the governing body (parliament, senate, congress etc.) are…

List of Famous People from Wyoming

Research by Will

Below is a list of famous people from Wyoming. “Buffalo Bill” Cody Aaron Elling Adam Archuleta Alan K. Simpson Alexandra Fuller Alicia Craig Alonzo M….

List of Famous People from Wisconsin

Research by Will

Below is a list of famous people from Wisconsin. A. Carl Leopold A. Starker Leopold Aad J. Vinje Aaron Hohlbein Aaron Stecker Abner Biberman Abner…

List of Famous People From West Virginia

Research by A.Moore

Below is a list of famous people from West Virginia. Famous Athletes from West Virginia Clair Bee, college basketball coach Vern Bickford, baseball player Terry…

List of Famous People From Washington

Research by T.Price

Below is a list of famous people from the state of Washington Adam Morrison Adam West Amber Lancaster Amy Holmes Ann Reinking Ann Rule Ann…

April: Fun Facts, Trivia, and Resources

Research by A.Moore

Birth Stone for Someone Born in April? Diamond is the April Birthstone What is April’s Zodiac Sign? Aries March 21 to April 19 Taurus April…

Chester A. Arthur to FDR Inaugural Address Quotes

Research by Tel

Inspiring quotes selected from the Inaugural Addresses of United States Presidents – from the 21st U.S. president, Chester Alan Arthur, to the 32nd U.S. president,…

John Tyler to James A. Garfield Inaugural Address Quotes

Research by Tel

Inspiring quotes selected and taken from the Inaugural addresses of United States Presidents, from the tenth U.S. president, John Tyler, to the twentieth U.S. president,…

The Growth of the United States During the 19th Century

Research by J.Ellis

At the time of the 19th century, the United States was essentially all rural. Less than six percent of the entire population of 5 million…

Stromatolites and the Period In Which They Declined

Research by T.Price

Stromatolites are structures of layered sediment formed by microorganisms. They come in many shapes such as conical, stratiform, branching, domal and columnar types. Most stromatolites…

Metabolic Process and Oxidative Phosphorylation

Research by T.Price

Oxidative phosphorylation occurs in the aerobic metabolic process. Oxidative phosphorylation is a metabolic pathway (a series of chemical reactions occurring within a cell) that uses…

Chinese Communist Party: History and Facts

Research by Will

Quick Facts about the CCP Founded: July 1, 1921 (1st Party Congress) August 1920 (de facto) Headquarters: Zhongnanhai, Beijing Youth wing :Communist Youth League of…

Federalism: Creating a More Democratic Political System

Research by B.Matthews

The political system in the United States exists on three levels. There are the national, the state and the local governments. Local governments provide and…

Causes of the Agricultural Revolution

Research by k.Pearson

What might be deemed the first agricultural revolution was when prehistoric man discovered how to cultivate his own food. This marked the move from a…

The Epiglottis and How It Helps Maintain Homeostasis

Research by Will

The epiglottis is a leaf-like flap of cartilage and membrane. It is made up of connective tissue and elastic cartilage and is located at the…

Commonalities Betwen Uniformitarianism and Catastrophism

Research by T.Price

Uniformitarianism and catastrophism have one aspect in common. They both attempt to explain the geological transformation and changes the earth experienced from its early stages…

Protists: Methods of Locomotion Used By Protists

Research by A.Moore

A protist is an organism belonging to the Kingdom Protista. The Kingdom Protista includes a diverse array of organisms, numbered in the estimated range of…

F12K Cell Culture Media

Research by F.Rosseti

A cell is the smallest unit of life. All living things are made up of either single or multiple cells. Single, or prokaryotic, cells are…

List of Plants that are Used as Biological Indicators

Research by k.Pearson

Biological indicators, which are also called bioindicators, are used to determine dangers that are to be found in the environment but may remain undetected. By…

Spectroscopy: How Spectroscopy is Used in Astronomy

Research by E.Trio

Spectroscopy, the branch of optics that measures the wavelength and intensity of a light spectrum, helps astronomers determine the composition and motion of stars and…

List of Famous People From Virginia A-Z

Research by F.Rosseti

Below is a list of famous people from Virginia. List of Famous People From Virginia A. P. Carter – Musician, singer, songwriter, member of the…

List of Famous People From Vermont A-Z

Research by T.Price

Below is a list of famous people from Vermont List of Famous People From Vermont “Dr. Bob” Smith, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous A. Atwater Kent…

List of Famous People From Utah A-Z

Research by Will

Below you will find a list of famous people from Utah. List of Famous People From Utah Allison Holker jazz dancer Alma Richards first Olympic…

Conversions of Popular Measurements for Kids and Teachers

Research by Will

Have you ever had to convert inches to feet or meters to yards and could not figure out what to multiply by to get the…

Army Enlisting Guide and Resources About How to Enlist

Research by F.Rosseti

How to Enlist in the Army Reserve Quick Facts about The Army Reserve: Terms of service for Army Reserve enlistments range from one to six…

List of Famous People From Texas

Research by A.Moore

Below is a list of famous people from Texas List of Famous US Presidents from Texas George H.W. Bush George W. Bush Dwight Eisenhower Lyndon…

List of Famous People From Tennessee A-Z

Research by T.Price

Below is a list of famous people from Tennessee List of Famous People from Tennessee “Uncle Dave” Macon Aaron Benward Aaron Douglas Abe Fortas Adm….

Why We Celebrate Certain Holidays

Research by Will

Ever wonder where holidays we celebrate came from, and why we celebrate things like Labor Day or Martin Luther King Day? Below you will find…

List of Famous People From South Dakota

Research by B.Sobey

List of famous people from South Dakota List of Famous Actors from South Dakota Catherine Bach January Jones Nicky Katt Cheryl Ladd Dorothy Provine David…

List of Famous People from South Carolina A-Z

Research by B.Matthews

Below is a lift of famous people from South Carolina List of Famous People from South Carolina “Shoeless” Joe Jackson Ainsley Earhardt Al “Flip” Rosen…

List of Famous People From Rhode Island

Research by Will

Below is a list of famous people from Rhode Island. List of Famous Athletes From Rhode Island Bill Almon Deon Anderson Billy Andrade Demetrius Andrade…

Plane Crashes of the 1970s

Research by AnnaBelle

Commercial Plane Crashes in 1970 February 15 – Contaminated fuel causes dual engine failure shortly after takeoff from Las Américas International Airport near Santo Domingo,…

Presidents Day: History, Facts, and Resources

Research by A.Moore

What is Presidents Day Presidents Day is officially recognized by the federal government as Washington’s Birthday, although many states have enacted a state holiday that…

Valentine’s Day: History, Facts, Ideas, and Resources

Research by A.Moore

What is Velentine’s Day We all know that Valentine’s Day means either loneliness or love and jewelry, chocolates or flowers. But why do we celebrate…

March: Fun Facts, Trivia, and Resources

Research by T.Price

Birth Stone for Someone Born in March? For those who were born in the month of March the Aquamarine is the traditional birthstone. What is…

How Hydrogen Deactivate Ceramic Surface Catalysis

Research by Will

What is Catalysis Catalysis is the process by which a chemical reaction among two or more elements becomes faster or slows down in the presence…

How Inferential Statistics Support and Reject The Null Hypothesis

Research by Will

Statistics is the science of utilizing numerical data relating to groups or experiments. Statistics include the collection, analysis and interpretation of data, as well as…

Paradox: List of Paradoxes

Research by E.Trio

What is a Paradox A paradox is a statement or proposition that, despite sound reasoning from acceptable premises, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless,…

List of Inventors: Inventions, Patent Number, Date of Invention

Research by Will

List of Inventors and Their Popular Inventions Albert Kingsbury Born Where: United States Field Of Study: Engineering, Invention Albert Kingsbury is famous for inventing what:…

Drunk Driving Laws, Facts, Statistics, and Resources For Prevention

Research by J.Ellis

What Does It Mean To Be Driving Under the Influence Driving under the influence is the act of operating any motorized machinery after/during consuming alcohol…

List of Culinary Schools In The US By State

Research by F.Rosseti

If you’re thinking about becoming a chef or baker, the market is very competitive and it is important to get the best education from the…

United States Presidents Trivia

Research by Tel

Interesting trivia of the American presidents including their firsts, destinies and feats. Alongside their First Ladies, they are no more than gods but ordinary mortals….

List of Famous People From Pennsylvania

Research by Will

Below is a list of famous people from Pennsylvania. List of Famous Actors From Pennsylvania F. Murray Abraham Val Avery Kevin Bacon Carroll Baker Ethel…

Arab Culture: Comparing the Arab Culture

Research by T.Price

There are approximately 300 million people who define themselves as Arab. This demographic shares Arabic as their primary language, as well as usually identifying with…

First Ladies of the White House: Quotes, Facts, and Resources

Research by Tel

List of the American First Ladies in the order of the presidency’s term of office. A link to their biographies is provided under the resource…

List of Famous People From Oregon A-Z

Research by F.Rosseti

Below is a list of famous people from Oregon List of Famous People From Oregon A-Z Aaron Rowand Ad Rutschman Ahmad Rashād Alex Frost Alfred…

List of Famous People From Oklahoma

Research by F.Rosseti

Below is a list of famous people from Oklahoma List of Famous Politicians and Military Figures From Oklahoma Carl Albert Dewey F. BartlettSr. Dan Boren…

Roman Polanski: Facts, Biography, and Resources

Research by L.Brown

Roman Polanski (birth name Rojmund Roman Liebling), the well known director, was born on August 18, 1933 in Paris to Polish parents. In 1937, Polanski…

Pony Express: History, Facts, and Resources

Research by A.Moore

1. What is the Pony Express? The Pony Express was America’s first mail service that crossed the Great Plains and the Rocky Mountains. It spanned…

Is Secession Illegal

Research by E.Trio

What is Secession Secession means the withdrawal from a group, organization or political or national entity. For the most part, when talking of secession, the…

Endoplasmic Reticulum Functions and Resources

Research by F.Rosseti

What is the Endoplasmic Reticulum The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is found in eukaryotic cells, those cells possessing a nucleus. It is an extensive labyrinth made…

How Mutations Affect Protein Synthesis

Research by F.Rosseti

In order to understand how mutations affect protein synthesis, it is important to understand the process by which proteins are made (synthesized) and what a…

Chromosomes: Structure, Function, Number and Resources

Research by H.Miller

Chromosomes are the structures that carry the genetic information in a cell. In eukaryotes, chromosomes are found in the cell nucleus and are made up…

List of Famous People From Ohio

Research by F.Rosseti

Below is a list of famous people from Ohio. List of Famous Journalists, Writers, Cartoonists, Poets, Authors, Film Directors, Film Producers, Critics From Ohio Berenice…

List of Famous People From North Dakota A-Z

Research by F.Rosseti

Below is a list of famous people from North Dakota. List of Famous People From North Dakota A-Z Aagot Raaen – author and educator. Alan…

List of Famous People From North Carolina

Research by B.Matthews

Below is a list of famous people from North Carolina. List of Famous Public and Military Figures From North Carolina William Blount Erskine Bowles William…

The Science Of Sports

Research by L.Fuller

Sports have dated back as far as the history of man, and changes to sport have been made on a regular basis. The modern Olympic…

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

Research by F.Rosseti

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2009 (collectively, the “ADA”) is the most comprehensive Federal civil…

Reprinting a Project Gutenberg Book

Research by k.Pearson

Project Gutenberg is a unique project founded by Michael Hart. He invented the concept of eBooks in 1971 and continues to be intimately involved in…

List of Famous People From New Mexico

Research by k.Pearson

Below is a list of famous people from New Mexico. List of Famous Athletes From New Mexico Ross Anderson Hank Baskett Notah Begay III Brenda…

List of Famous People From New Jersey A-Z

Research by F.Rosseti

Below is a list of famous people from New Jersey. List of Famous People From New Jersey A-Z Aaron Yoo Adam “Ad-Rock” Horovitz Adam Bernstein…

The Silk Road History

Research by F.Rosseti

What was the Silk Road The Silk Road was the name given to a vast network of trade routes beginning in China and extending across…

List of Famous People From New Hampshire

Research by B.Sobey

Below is a list of famous people that were born in New Hampshire. List of Famous Athletes From New Hampshire Ernest Blood Matt Bonner Chris…

List of Famous People From Nevada

Research by k.Pearson

Below is a list of famous people that were born in Nevada. List of Famous Political Figures From Nevada Mark E. Amodei – Member of…

Lactose Intolerance: Causes, Symptoms, and Resources

Research by F.Rosseti

How is Lactase Produced by the Body? Lactase is an intestinal enzyme in mammals that controls the breakdown of lactose (milk sugar) into simpler sugars….

List of Famous People From Nebraska

Research by k.Pearson

Below is a list of famous people that were born in Nebraska. List of Famous Politicians From Nebraska Jennifer Bear Eagle Commissioner of Nebraska Council…