Monday, May 16, 2011

Amazing Facts About The Human Skin | PurpleSlinky

Amazing Facts About The Human Skin | PurpleSlinky

One of the most important sense organs is the skin. The skin is the largest organ of the body.  The color of the skin is also the primary determinant of the race where one particular person belongs.

1.) A square inch of foreskin from circumcised baby takes only 3 weeks to grow skin that can cover 3 basketball courts. The laboratory-grown skin is used in treating burn patients.
2.) On the average, a human skin has an area of about 2.0 m² and weighs up to 3.4 kg and accounts for 12% of the body weight.
3.) With the aid of magnifying glass, humans are more hairy than monkeys. The hairs are too tiny for the naked eye.




Wednesday, May 11, 2011

The World’s Most Colorful Aquatic Animals | Scienceray

The World’s Most Colorful Aquatic Animals | Scienceray

Here’s a list of the world’s most colorful and most beautiful marine animals in the world.

The world is beautiful because it is colorful. You might not consider it beautiful if the world is black and white.

Most Colorful Aquarium Fish


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The Mandarinfish or Mandarin Dragonet is probably the most colorful aquarium fish in the world. It is scientifically named Synchiropus splendidus.

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Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Unique And Peculiar Philippine Festivals

Unique And Peculiar Philippine Festivals

Here are some festivals in the Philippines which can be considered unique because they are absolutely different from all other festivals not only in the country but also in the world somehow.

Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta


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This festival, which is held in Pampanga, is one of its kinds in the country. This peculiar festival is celebrated 3-4 days and is the biggest aviation sports event in the Philippines. This annual festival attracts about 60,000 tourists from all over the country and the world. 


Monday, May 2, 2011

The World’s Most Popular Raw Beef Dishes | Notecook

The World’s Most Popular Raw Beef Dishes | Notecook

Here are some selected raw beef recipes from around the world you may want to try.
Are you fond of raw beef or meat? Check this out!

 Steak Tartare: France 


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Steak Tartare is a popular raw beef recipe from France. This dish is made from finely chopped or ground raw beef or other meat. It is marinated in wine and then chilled. This French dish is usually served with capers, onions, seasonings like fresh ground pepper and Worcestershire sauce and can be topped with raw egg.

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