There are many people in the world who are fascinated with the different forms of life underwater and therefore they are quite passionate about bringing some of these lives in their houses with custom aquarium for the different forms of underwater creatures that they are fascinated with.Their main concern after some time in this case becomes the red slime bacteria or the cyan bacteria that can rapidly grow in unattended fish tanks and that can...more
After entering college or university, every student faces the problem of finding the accommodation. As a matter of fact, students have two possible ways: either to live on-campus or off-campus.Let us consider the advantages and disadvantages of on-campus living.The advantages are:1.As usually, all campuses are situated within easy reach to the university or college. One should not spend his/her time and money to get to the university or college....more
Even with the effects of the credit crunch forcing more travellers to stay within their countries or look for cheaper deals in far-flung destinations, traditional Spanish holidays are still the most popular among Brits heading overseas. Barcelona is a particular favourite for travellers who want a little more from their holidays than just great beaches - though the Catalonian capital also has these in spades, with its harbour and seafront areas still enjoying the lasting effects of their renovation when the city played host to the Olympics. Unlike places like Mallorca, which are almost entirely viewed for their coastal charms, Barcelona has cultural attractions to match, as well as excellent local cuisine offering something special for culinary tourists. While its natural beauty is nothing to be scoffed at either, Barcelona's man-made architecture is one of the biggest pulls for visitors, who are keen to see the famous works of Gaudi firsthand. The architect designed many of Barcelona's most recognisable buildings and landmarks, including the monuments that decorate Parc Guell and his spectacular unfinished cathedral, La Sagrada Familia. Just walking around...more
Students can be considered representatives of a specific subculture. The same music, traditions, and style as well as jargon and preferences characterize students as an integral unit within a society. There are certainly many factors that help to introduce some differences existing between students. In this respect, ethnicity, culture, language,...more
Everyone has their own preference for things that make up a great holiday, but many cities across the world have established themselves as excellent destinations for cultural city breaks - whether you're keen to discover their remarkable history or get involved in their contemporary social scene. From ancient European capitals strewn...more
How to identify natural pearl and cultured pearlby Vicke chen from Staryee jewelryPearl can divide natural pearl and cultured pearl two major parts, and cultured pearl are divided into river born or sea born pearl. Natural peal are often low yielding, costly price. Cultured pearl can be mass-produced, so the price is much lower. The main difference between the two is that the nuclear of natural pearls is smaller than cultured pearl.The nuclear of natural pearls are often made of some sand, parasites or other things, some even without nuclear. The coated layer of cultured pearl is thinner, because it's nuclear is often made of big artificial beads.For surface, the growth environment of natural pearls is random, and the roundness is poor for less scrolling. The roundness of cultured pearl is better, since its nuclear is rounded.The growth of natural pearl needs a long time. So after maturity, it has delicate texture, thick nacre, smooth surface, very few "convex bubble, and a more transparent.Due to a short time of growth, the nacre of cultured pearl is thin, rough in surface texture, and there is some concave-convex bubble on the surface. Transparency is also poor.Here are some...more
Images of smoke belching from the chimneys of factories, oil refineries or cars inching their way in a downtown street are typical images that come to one"s mind when one thinks of greenhouse emissions. On the other hand vast stretches of emerald...more
Vienna was first established as a Celtic settlement in 500 BC. By 15 BC the Roman Empire took over the settlement and the city became a frontier city to guard against hostile tribes to the north. From here Vienna starting building its future...more
Student culture is one of the most interesting social processes in the contemporary social science. In fact, most representations on the matters of student culture are associated with night parties, alcohol, drugs etc. However, this image is mainly...more
Going to college or university, you will probably want to find an apartment. Of course, you can live in a student dormitory. However, some students want to have more privacy and some students just do not like to share their bedroom, kitchen and other...more
(1888PressRelease) Executive director of the Kansas Corn Growers Association delivered statements at Senate Agriculture Committee hearing on EPA's handling of atrazine regulation.Wichita, KS - EPA's handling of atrazine regulation was one of the...more
Are student towns strongholds of academic wisdom and youth or places of tension between students and locals? This is quite a disputable question which is still unsolved. Of course, there are pros and cons in such towns. Academic wisdom and youthFirst...more