Author: Heather Taylor

There are many kinds of rocks in this world. Some of them are made from minerals, others from organic matter, and some are even made from living things! Which kind are biotic rocks? Do abiotic rocks exist? What is the difference between abiotic and biotic rocks? Keep reading to find out. In this blog post, we’ll go over the definitions of biotic and abiotic rocks as well as explore examples of each one. Read on to learn more about these two types of rocks. END Are Rocks Biotic Or Abiotic? This is a difficult question to answer, as there is…

When it comes to law enforcement, guns are an important piece of equipment. After all, they’re responsible for protecting the public from dangerous criminals on a daily basis. However, not every police officer is equipped with the same type of gun. Depending on their job description and daily tasks, these professionals might carry different types of weapons for different situations. Here’s a quick overview of the primary guns used by police officers: What Guns Do Police Carry?  The gun that a police officer carries depends on the department and the type of work they do. Most police officers carry a…

Everyone has their favorite character on a TV show. In some cases, that might be because that character is the most dynamic or the one with the most interesting story. In other cases, it’s simply because the character resonates with us more than any other. For some fans of “The Path”, that character is Pax. He’s the one most people seem to relate to and sympathize with. The show clearly agrees as they have given him almost no screen time for several episodes now, only bringing him back when there was something important for his arc to be about. Pax…

‍It is commonly believed that geese fly only in daylight hours and land or settle down to rest during the night. This belief has been passed down from one generation to another based on observations of their behavior in natural settings. However, this belief may not be entirely true for all types of geese. If you have ever seen a flock of geese flying overhead at sunset or before the break of dawn, you’ll know that they are capable of flying at night too. However, it is also true that some species of geese have different habits and rarely fly…

When your co-worker announces her impending retirement, you might be tempted to say something like, “Congratulations!” You may even feel that way. But a decades-long career is not something most people achieve. It’s also not a milestone that happens just once in a lifetime. If you know your colleague has been planning this for years and has carefully saved for it, you probably don’t need to express surprise or offer congratulations. On the other hand, if she gave you less than two weeks’ notice and her departure feels like quite an unplanned event, congratulations are more appropriate. In either case,…

Nintendo’s hybrid console has proven to be a smash hit. In just over six months, the Nintendo Switch has sold almost 20 million units. And with massive games like Smash Bros and Pokemon on the way, that number is unlikely to slow down anytime soon. The Switch’s success has also led to a renewed interest in its predecessor, the Wii U. Released back in 2012, Nintendo’s seventh home console struggled to find its niche among gamers hungry for new experiences from Sony’s PS4 and Microsoft’s Xbox One. However, with the Switch now able to play some Wii U games as…

‍When you take chemistry classes, you’ll likely be introduced to several different types of bonds. These include ionic, covalent, and metallic bonds. When it comes to compounds with both covalent and ionic bonds, there are not many. In fact, there is only one compound that falls into this category—Zinc Bromide (ZnBr). Covalent bonds are strong chemical links between atoms. They involve the sharing of electrons between atoms or molecules. In a compound with both covalent and ionic bonds, you will see an ionic bond connecting two covalently bonded atoms. This is because ZnBr has Zinc ions as well as Br…

China’s economic growth, fueled in part by its insatiable appetite for natural resources to fuel its manufacturing sector, has led it to invest in production facilities and real estate around the world. However, few would have guessed that one of those investments is tucked away in rural south-central Oklahoma. In October 2017, Maersk Group (a conglomerate that owns the global shipping company of the same name) purchased approximately 40 acres of land near Pryor, OK. The deal represents just one of several recent Chinese investments in rural American real estate with many wondering whether China is buying land in Oklahoma…

‍Chain link fences are a common fixture in industrial and commercial properties. These fences are durable, affordable, and work well to keep unwanted guests out of your premises. However, they also tend to be overlooked when it comes to exterior decoration. If you need to paint your chain link fence but don’t know where to begin, this article is for you! You will find everything you need to know about painting a chain link fence here. How To Paint A Chain Link Fence Preparing the Fence You will need to prepare your fence for painting before you start. This means…

‍In today’s world of home improvement, it is important to be knowledgeable about the various issues you might face in your home. There are many different problems you might encounter while living in your home, and one common issue is a textured ceiling. Ceilings tend to get a bit dirty over time, especially if there are holes or cracks in them. Most people look at these ceilings as an eyesore and want to get rid of them immediately. However, this is not recommended because they actually serve a purpose. They hide the ugly pipes and can help reduce noise from…