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What is the main cause of lightning?
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Lightning happens when the negative charges (electrons) in the bottom of the cloud are attracted to the positive charges (protons) in the ground.
Extract all of the dates mentioned in this paragraph and list them using bullets in the format {Date} - {Description}
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• 1978 - the launch of the sculptural program that included the construction of seven contemporary fountains in Paris • 1937 - fountains of the Palais de Chaillot were built • 1971 - the date that Les Halles was torn down
Which is an imperial or a metric measurement: foot, metre
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foot is imperial, metre is metric
What is Asperger syndrome?
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Asperger syndrome (AS), or Asperger's, is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by significant difficulties in social interaction and nonverbal communication, along with restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests. The syndrome is no longer recognized as a diagnosis, having been merged with othe...
What is intelligence?
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The term intelligence is an open term and is often open to interpretation and relativity. Some people claim you can test for intelligence using an intelligence quotient (IQ) test. This is up for debate. Knowledge alone does not equal intelligence. The proper use of knowledge can be referred to as intelligence. A defini...
What plant do cats like to chew or sniff, which may give them a "high"?
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Many cats enjoy chewing or sniffing fresh and dried catnip.
Please explain the Primacy of the Spains
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The Primacy of the Spains (Portuguese: Primaz das Espanhas; Spanish: Primado de las Españas, Catalan: Primat de les Espanyes) is the primacy of the Iberian Peninsula, historically known as Hispania or in the plural as the Spains. The Archbishop of Braga, in Portugal, has claimed this primacy over the whole Iberian Pe...
What is a lawn mower?
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A lawn mower is a machine that uses blades to cut grass to a desired height.
Where did Bermuda grass come from?
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Cynodon dactylon, commonly known as Bermuda grass, is a grass found worldwide. It is native to Europe, Africa, Australia and much of Asia.
What is a verb?
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A verb is a word that in syntax generally conveys an action, an occurrence, or a state of being. In the usual description of English, the basic form, with or without the particle to, is the infinitive. In many languages, verbs are inflected to encode tense, aspect, mood, and voice
What is a community structure in the study of complex networks?
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In the study of complex networks, a network is said to have community structure if the nodes of the network can be easily grouped into (potentially overlapping) sets of nodes such that each set of nodes is densely connected internally.
Name 5 possible fuel sources for a futuristic spaceship
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Ion fusion, hyper drive, flux capacitator, solar sails, alien venom
Who won the March Madness Mens Basketball Tournament in 2022?
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The University Kansas Jayhawks
What are some ways that I can reduce the latency of my API?
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To reduce the latency of your API, you could consider caching any database operations you may have, reducing the number of network requests required, or scaling up the number of instances of your server.
Extract all of the dates mentioned in this paragraph and list them using bullets in the format {Date} - {Description}
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• 1927 - This is when the Carolina Biological Supply Company was founded. • 1920s - During this time period science teachers had to collect most of the materials they used in their classes and laboratories, which took considerable time away from their primary responsibilities.
Which ones of the following are considered nutrient-dense foods: soda, vegetables, fruits, chips, whole grains, seafood, cookies, eggs, beans, peas, lentils, unsalted nuts and seeds, fat-free and low-fat dairy products, fried chicken, lean meats and poultry.
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Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, seafood, eggs, beans, peas, and lentils, unsalted nuts and seeds, fat-free and low-fat dairy products, and lean meats and poultry are nutrient-dense foods.
How long is an Ironman triathlon?
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An Ironman triathlon is 140.6 miles long. This is considered an endurance event, and frequently takes competitors over 10 hours to complete. The triathlon consists of 3 events: swimming, biking, and running. The swim portion is 2.4 miles long; the bike segment is 112 miles long; and the run segment is 26.2 miles long.
How much did Shaffer donate?
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$1 million
Please provide me with ideas for dinner tonight.
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Sure! Here are 2 ideas. 1) Ordering in: You can see what restaurants in your area offer home delivery, and select something that works well for you! Some common things to order are Pizza, Sushi, Tacos, Fried Rice, and more! 2) Check in your fridge and pantry, and cook at home! Here are a few easy meal ideas: - P...
how to give a great presentation
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Giving a great presentation requires a combination of effective planning, engaging delivery, and thoughtful audience engagement. Here are some tips to help you create and deliver a successful presentation: Understand your audience: Before creating your presentation, research your audience to understand their interests...
Where are good places for a family to visit in Portland Oregon?
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1. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is a science and technology museum in Portland Oregon. The museum has many interactive exhibits, a theatre and a decommissioned naval submarine. 2. The Springwater Corridor is a pedestrian and bicycle pathway between Portland and Gresham Oregon. There are nature wal...
Using valid, well-formatted JSON, generate a list of espresso spellings based on the text provided
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[ "espresso", "expresso", "coffee", "caffè", "café", "bica", "cimbalino", "café expreso", "café solo" ]
What do I use a pressure washer for?
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A pressure washer forces water out at high speeds which allows you to remove grime or dirt from large surfaces, often of a home or building.
Choose the word which is different from the rest: Mother, Friend, Sister, Father, Brother
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Friend is a term reflecting a bond that is not genetic
What is the largest city in Oregon?
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Portland
What is topography?
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Topography is the study of the forms and features of land surfaces. The topography of an area may refer to the land forms and features themselves, or a description or depiction in maps. Topography is a field of geoscience and planetary science and is concerned with local detail in general, including not only relief, b...
Why has the percentage of CEOs of Indian descent gone up in the last decade ?
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In the last decade there is a growing trend of corporations being led by CEOs of Indian descent. Many factors have contributed to this trend including but not limited to: 1) Immigration laws that attract best of talent from across the world to western nations 2) Strong education system in India 3) English as the prim...
What was the Tiryns culture
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Tiryns culture (2,200 - 2,000 BC) or Early Helladic III was an Early Bronze Age culture in Central Greece, Southern Greece and the Ionian islands (Part of Western Greece) that followed Eutresis and Korakou cultures, and preceded the Mycenean civilization. The "center" of the culture was the settlement of Tiryns that sa...
Given the reference text about the science fiction novel Neuromancer, tell me the novel's author and the name of the main protagonist.
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Neuromancer was written by William Gibson and its main protagonist is Henry Case.
What is tertiary analysis?
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Tertiary analysis is a type of analysis that looks at a company's financial statements to evaluate the financial performance of the company. It focuses on the company's profitability, cash flow, and debt level.
How many U.S. President were lawyers?
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25 U.S. Presidents were lawyers. John Adams: Adams was the second president of the United States. A farmer, lawyer, writer and political philosopher; he played a major role in American history. Thomas Jefferson: He was a lawyer, statesman, professor, writer, and the third president of the United States, during which t...
Which of these are movies that Adam Sandler starred in and which ones did David Spade star in? Tommy Boy, Black Sheep, 8 Heads in a Duffel Bag, Coneheads, The Emperor's New Groove, Joe Dirt, Click, Jack and Jill, Hustle, Uncut Gems, The Wedding Singer, Little Nicky
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Adam Sandler: Click, Jack and Jill, Hustle, Uncut Gems, The Wedding Singer, Little Nicky David Spade: Tommy Boy, Black Sheep, 8 Heads in a Duffel Bag, Coneheads, The Emperor's New Groove, Joe Dirt Both actors appeared in Jack and Jill and Coneheads.
How do I get to Juneau, Alaska?
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There are no roads that lead directly to Juneau, Alaska. That leaves two options, by boat or by plane. Remote Alaskan villages and cities like Juneau are one of the reasons bush pilots are so prevalent in the state.
What is the current and future state of the economy of Africa?
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In March 2013, Africa was identified as the world's poorest inhabited continent; however, the World Bank expects that most African countries will reach "middle income" status (defined as at least US$1,025 per person a year) by 2025 if current growth rates continue. There are a number of reasons for Africa's poor econo...
What are the different types of stances in tennis?
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There are four main stances in tennis. These are; open, semi-open, closed and neutral. While open stance is the most common stance, closed stance is least common one.
Where did the bishop live after 1801?
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The bishop lived in Rabastens after 1801, where he resided until his death, after being forced to resign by the pope.
Given the following passage about Theodore Roosevelt, please list the main accomplishments during his presidency.
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1) Championed the breaking of bad trusts, railroad regulation, and pure food and drugs 2) Established national parks, forests, and monuments 3) Began construction of the Panama Canal 4) Expanded the navy 5) Brokered the peace treaty of the Russo-Japanese war
How did Kdramas become so popular?
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Korean dramas or Kdramas have been popular for over 2 decades now. However, the rise in popularity shot up during the pandemic. Kdramas were initially watched by people in Southeast Asian countries and in some places in South Asia. When the pandemic hit, a lot of Kdramas were available on Netflix making it easier for p...
How many players are on a hockey team?
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An NHL hockey team can max a maximum of 20 players in 1 game. Typically, teams will have 12 forwards, 6 defensemen and 2 goalies, however, some teams will choose to play 11 forwards and 7 defensemen. Teams will typically have 3 forwards, 2 defensemen and a goalie on the ice at one time. Teams that commit a foul or pena...
Name a famous American author who wrote stories about the American South during the early 20th century.
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Erskine Caldwell is a celebrated American author who wrote short stories on the rural deep south in the United States of America. Most of his work was published in the 1930’s through the 1950’s with a few being Tobacco Road, Georgia Boy, and God’s Little acre.
Give a list of domestic animals can be turned to pets
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dogs cats rabbits parrots pegions etc
What was the public reaction to the draft during the Vietnam War?
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The Vietnam War Draft was met with widespread protests and draft dodging in order to avoid conscription, which eventually led to public opinion during against the war
How many letters there are in the Japanese language?
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here are 46 basic characters in the Japanese alphabet and additional characters/sounds that can be made from the basic 46. Each of the alphabet symbols forms one syllable made of the 21 romaji, which is phonetic and always read the same way.
The following is an Abstract of a paper on Autism Spectrum Disorder. Based on this abstract would it be a good idea to enroll a child with ASD into group sports? "Given the characteristics of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, it is evident the difficulties they show in the development of social skills. The scarce...
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In this study, the authors assess 13 children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD-Level 1) on their social skills, before and after being enrolled in a football training program. The authors claim that the results showed an overall improvement in participant's social skills. This suggests that participating in group s...
Given these paragraphs about Asperger Multiomics, what is the goal in combining all the "omes"?
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By combining these "omes", scientists can analyze complex biological big data to find novel associations between biological entities, pinpoint relevant biomarkers and build elaborate markers of disease and physiology. In doing so, multiomics integrates diverse omics data to find a coherently matching geno-pheno-envirot...
What are the best months to visit Alaska?
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Spring through summer are the best months to visit Alaska owing to warmer temperatures that fluctuate between 60F - 67F and the long days make it ideal for tourists to explore the state.
What are some good US and Canada summer vacation ideas if I like mountains, lakes, and trees?
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There are many great locations in the US and Canada. Here's a list restricted to places with mountains, lakes, and trees: 1. Maine and Vermont 2. Minnesota 3. Yosemite and Lake Tahoe 4. Northern California, Oregon, and Washington 5. British Columbia 6. Lake Louise
Classify each of the following as either a faction from The Divergent Series or luchadore wrestlers: Erudite, Candor, Rey Mysterio, Abnegation, Blue Demon, Bengala, Mistico, Dauntless, Amity, Bam Bam
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The Divergent Series factions: Erudite, Candor, Abnegation, Dauntless, Amity Luchadores: Rey Mysterio, Blue Demon, Bengala, Mistico, Bam Bam
What is Solidarity Tax?
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The IMF has proposed a Solidarity Tax on the Companies those prospered in Covid crises should pay additional tax to show solidarity with those who were hit hardest by pandemic
In this reference text summarizing plot of the book The High King, how did the sword Dyrnwyn lose its power?
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When Taran killed Arawn with Dyrnwyn in the stronghold of Annuvin, all magical implements inside were destroyed - Dyrnwyn also lost its magic.
What is a good approach to grocery shopping?
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Grocery shopping can be a difficult task because grocery stores are often crowded. A good approach to grocery shopping is to go during hours when not a lot of people are grocery shopping. An example would be during a lunch break instead of going at night when most people are off of work or going during the work week ...
How do I open a pomegranate without exploding?
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The trick is to open the pomegranate in a bowl of water. This way, the water will contain any bursts of juice from the pomegranate seeds.
What do you love most about spring?
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I love the weather in spring and how the sun shines brighter. The warmth feels so good after you’ve had a cold winter. I love to see the flowers blooming and to feel the crisp morning air. Spring is a special time and makes you know that summer is near.
Which is a species of fish? Pike or Parrot
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Pike
Given a reference text about Apple, what tactics did Steve Jobs use to help the company recover?
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Steve Jobs launched multiple products such as the iPod and iPhone, opened the Apple Store retail chain, and performed numerous acquisitions to bring Apple back to profitability.
Who are the longest running cast members on Saturday Night Live?
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The longest running cast member on Saturday Night Live is Kenan Thompson. Kenan Thompson has starred in 20 seasons. Next, Darrel Hammon starred in 14 seasons. Seth Meyers appeared in 13 seasons.
Why do oceans have salt water but rivers have fresh water?
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The water in rivers comes from rain. Rainwater does not have any salt in it. The river picks up a small amount of salt from the ground as it travels downhill. The salt enters the ocean at the river's mouth. The saltwater mixture becomes saltier as water evaporates.
Are there any benefits of fasting?
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Fasting is the method by which one can bring a conscious process to ingestion. It is not simply denying food and water to the system. Rather, it is a process of reducing the need for food. Fasting provides the digestive and assimilation process a break so that the rest of the body begins to excrete on the cellular leve...
List the countries north of the arctic circle ordered by the closest to the north pole
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Greenland (Denmark), Canada, Russia, Norway, United States, Finland, Sweden, Iceland
Give me exactly 5 characteristics of award winning songs.
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Popular songs that usually win awards have some common characteristics: 1. A catchy chorus that people can sing-a-long with 2. A simple beat that can be clapped along with or danced to 3. A powerful message in the lyrics that is relatable to a wide group of people 4. An instrument solo or prolonged period of instrument...
What is the best food place in Bangalore?
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You can always try out Kritunga Briyani if you love eating spicy food, else you are looking for a bear place try Iron Hill or Toit.
What are your recommendations to achieve a healthy lifestyle?
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A healthy lifestyle consists of a healthy diet, regular exercise, quality sleep and a limited intake of alcohol and coffee. It’s recommend to eat a balanced and healthy diet. This generally consists of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seeds, nuts and foods that contain proteins, such as beans, peas, meat or fish. Hea...
What is recency bias?
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Recency bias is the overweighting the result of more recent events when predicting what will happen in the future. For example, if I recently experienced a pandemic that dramatically affected my quality of life, I may tend to overestimate the likelihood of another pandemic in the near future.
India's Last 10 Presidents
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Droupadi Murmu Ram Nath Kovind Pranab Mukherjee Pratibha Devisingh Patil A. P. J. Abdul Kalam K. R. Narayanan Shankar Dayal Sharma R. Venkataraman Giani Zail Singh Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
What should you do if you see a brown bear approach you while you are hiking?
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If you see a brown bear while hiking and it does not see you, slowly move away. If the bear does see you and starts approaching, lie on the ground and play dead.
Why is NFL football called football when players use their hands mainly?
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Sports historians have no clear answer. The current form of football evolved from the 1800s based on rugby and the rules were heavy on a lot of running. My opinion is that influenced the sport and the football word came into origin.
King Charles III is 73 years old and his full name is?
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Charles Philip Arthur George
Tell me whether these mountains are included in the New Hampshire 4000 footers: Washington, Adams, Moosilauke, South Carter, Garfield, Wildcat A, Wildcat B, Wildcat C.
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Mount Washington, Adams, Moosilauke, South Carter, Garfield and Wildcat A are part of the New Hampshire 4000 footers. Although Wildcat B and Wildcat C are over 4000 feet in height, they are not included in the NH 4000 footers because they do not have sufficient prominence .
Who was John Dawkins better known as
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Artful Dodger
What are the most common types of pizzas?
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There are lots of different pizzas, but the most common are cheese and pepperoni. There are also different types of pizza such as thin crust, New York style pizza, and Chicago style pizza.
When did the first World war start?
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July 28, 1914
What are some of the causes for the decline of the northern rockhopper?
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Some of the causes of the decline of the northern rockhopper include climate change, overfishing and introduction of invasive species such as mice.
Replace the word "lawyer" with "judge" and the word "pacifist" with "peace lover"
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Hermann Fernau (born 1883 or 1884) was a German judge, writer, journalist and peace lover.
How many percentages of people in London prefer to walk ?
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Approx. 24% people in London prefer to walk.
Identify different ways to achieve safe atmospheric entry for space shuttles and provide a bullet list.
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- Reduce speed and absorb kinetic energy on reentry. - Use heat shields - Use parachutes
According to this paragraph about UVA, what happens to a student who commits an offense from the honor system?
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As of spring 2022, students who commit an offense of the Honor System at UVA face a two semester suspension.
What are the best books of Dostoyevsky?
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1. 'Crime and Punishment' 2. 'The Brothers Karamazov' 3. 'The Idiot' 4. 'Demons' 5. ‘Notes from the Underground’
Extract the two properties that are sufficient to show that a subset of Euclidean space is compact. Present these properties in a bullet list.
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According to the Heine-Borel theorem the following properties are sufficient to show that a subset of Euclidean space is compact: - The set is closed - The set is bounded
What are some basic spirits you should have at your bar
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Often times socializing with friends and neighbors includes spirits or alcohol. Some of the important spirts to have at your house to capture the wide variety of taste include Beer Red Wine White Wine Bourbon (preferably Basil Hayden) Whiskey Vodka Rum Tequila Triple Sec Mixers such as Cola, club soda, tonic water, j...
What is the movie A Silence Voice about?
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A Silent Voice is a Japanese animated film about a boy who used to bully a deaf girl, but was then shunned himself for bullying her. Years later, they reconnect and he tries to atone for his past. The film touches upon many charged topics especially prevalent in Japanese high schools from bullying to disability to suic...
Which female Canadian director has directed episodes of Better Call Saul, The X-Files, and Game of Thrones?
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Michelle MacLaren
What is the benefit of CI/CD
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The benefit of CI/CD is to increase early defect discovery, increase productivity, and provide faster release cycles
What was the The Treaty of Tordesillas?
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After Christopher Columbus returned, a dispute arose between Portugal and Spain, which Pope Alexander VI mediated for the Treaty of Tordesillas. According to this joint treaty, the newly discovered lands beyond Europe are divided between the two countries along a meridian located 370 leagues west of the Cape Verde isla...
Is Star Wars Science Fiction or Fantasy?
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While Star Wars is considered science fiction by the general public, most sci-fi and fantasy fans would classify Star Wars in the fantasy genre. The themes of the story rely on mythology and the hero's journey as opposed to exploration of scientific and philosophical concepts.
What is an archipelago
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An archipelago is a grouping, or clustering, of islands.
What is goal line technology in a soccer game?
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The goal line technology is the use of electronic aid to determine if a goal has been scored or not. In detail, it is a method used to determine when the ball has completely crossed the goal line in between the goal-posts and underneath the crossbar with the assistance of electronic devices and at the same time assisti...
in which country could you spend a Kwanza
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Angola
What are the best vegetable crops to plant in Washington state for home gardeners?
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onions, squash, cucumbers, tomatoes, snap peas, green beans, corn, pumpkins
Based on the following passage, give 3 reasons why the Sixteenth Amendment was passed and ratified.
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Reasons the Sixteenth Amendment to the US constitution was passed by Congress in 1909 and ratified by the states in 1913 include: 1. Democrats and progressives believed the income tax to be fairer method of generating revenue than tariffs (taxes on the import and export of goods). 2. Western and southern states were co...
is security a great career
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yes
Identify which animal species is alive or extinct: Tasmanian Tiger, Macaw
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Macaw is alive, Tasmanian Tiger is extinct.
What is the distance from the Earth to its moon?
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The average distance to the moon is 382,500 kilometers. The distance varies because the moon travels around Earth in a elliptical orbit. At perigee, the point at which the moon is closest to Earth, the distance is approximately 360,000 kilometers.
What are the principles of Judo's philosophy called and what do they imply?
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There are two main principles. One is called "Seiryoku-Zenyo" which means good use of energy. The other one is called "Jita-Kyoei" and means mutual welfare and benefit.
Should I take extra fuel when traveling to Alaska?
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There are limited roads in Alaska, as well as northern Canada. While there are some gas stops along the way, options are limited and you might run out of gas in the wilderness. As Alaska is an extremely large state, being stranded in the middle of nowhere is potentially very harmful. It’s a very good idea to take extra...
Provide an example of using modern materials science to study archaeological artifacts
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Archaeometry employs modern technology (such as x-ray fluorescence) to study the origins and environments of historical artifacts. Ursula Franklin was well known in this field; she found evidence of global trade in the remains of glass beads and proved that black mirrors present in large quantities in ancient Chinese t...
Why do we need robots?
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Robots can be programmed to do complex work that are hard for humans to tackle or work in high risk or extreme conditions such as the rovers on Mars. Since robots are driven by electrical and mechanical energy, they are just like machines that accomplish complex tasks efficiently.
Identify which instrument is string or percussion: Carillon, Rebab
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Rebab is string, Carillon is percussion.
At what temperature does water boil?
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While some say a "watched pot never boils," water reaches its boiling point at 100 degrees celsius or 212 degrees fahrenheit.
Given a reference text about Valery Moiseevich Leibin, tell me where he is a member of an editorial board and when he died.
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Valery Moiseevich Leibin is still alive. He is a member of the following editorial boards: - "Russian Psychoanalytic Bulletin" - "Archetype" - "Psychoanalytic Review" - "Review of Psychoanalysis"
which weighs more, a pound of bricks or a pound of feathers?
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Both things weigh the same amount, one pound.