The Isle of Man is located halfway between England and Ireland. According to legend, it was formed when two giants threw boulders at each other from England and Ireland, with one giant hurling a mountain that landed in the sea to create the island. In reality, the island is the top of an inactive underwater volcano. It is 15 miles wide and 30 miles long, with 80,000 inhabitants living around the mostly uninhabited coastline. The capital is Douglas, known for hosting the dangerous Tourist Trophy motorcycle race held on public roads.
An enormous volcanic eruption occurred nearly 8,000 years ago in southern Oregon, hurling tons of ash and magma high into the air. This created a unique mineral-rich ecosystem and the deepest lake in North America, Crater Lake. More than 30 years ago, scientists discovered a distinct strain of edible blue-green algae growing abundantly in Upper Klamath Lake, realizing it was an unprecedented nutritional source. This discovery marked the beginning of New Earth and its signature product, Aphanizomenon flos-aquae.
The document discusses the possibility of irrigating the Sahara desert. The Sahara covers a large area of northern Africa and has sandy and rocky surfaces. Some science fiction works explore the idea of terraforming planets to make them habitable. Specifically, the document describes how in the 1800s botanists transformed the barren island of Ascension by transporting trees and plants from other locations, creating an artificial forest. It provides examples of terraforming the Sahara as an idea that has been discussed, with links for further information.
There are three types of volcanoes: active volcanoes that are currently erupting, dormant volcanoes that are currently sleeping but may erupt again, and extinct volcanoes that cannot erupt again. Examples of active volcanoes given are Kilauea volcano in Hawaii, the most active in the world, and Arenal volcano in Costa Rica. Mount Fuji in Japan is an example of a dormant volcano. Vesuvius volcano in Italy was once active but is now extinct, and its past eruption buried the city of Pompeii in ash. Underwater volcanoes can form new islands as they erupt, such as the Galapagos Islands off the coast of Ecuador.
Top 12 dangerous tourist attractions in the worldCSGO Smurf Shop
Each movement goal does not mean unwinding on the shoreline, seeing the perspective of the excellent view of the mountains and visiting the celebrated traveler spots. Now and again wrongdoing, torrid climate conditions or the threats connected with the vacationer put, convey it to the spotlight. These goals still wind up one of the favored visiting areas and the most visited vacationer spots. Given underneath are the most hazardous vacation spots.
The document summarizes some of the beautiful natural sights in the Kumamoto prefecture of Japan, including the large caldera volcano Mount Aso, known for its green views; the scenic seas and famous sunsets of Amakusa, with one sunset selected as one of Japan's top 100; and the clear waters of Kikuchi, with one spring selected as one of Japan's top 100 springs.
Grand Teton National Park features a beautiful mountain range near Jackson, Wyoming. It has four lodging options and six restaurants, and is close to Yellowstone National Park. The park contains diverse wildlife like bears, birds, and insects. The mountains rise over 10,000 feet high. Congress established the park in 1929 and later expanded its size to 310,000 acres to protect more of the landscape. The park supports over 900 plant species and hundreds of bird and animal species. Visitors are advised to respect the park by not littering and staying away from wildlife.
The Grand Canyon National Park document summarizes the history, climate, wildlife, activities, and filming locations of the park. It describes how the park allows visitors to see some of the oldest rocks and fossils on Earth dating back 1,700 million years. The park receives over 4.5 million visitors annually who can enjoy activities like hiking, mule rides, and scenic spots while experiencing the desert landscape and observing more than 1,000 animal species and 300 bird species that call the canyon home. Famous films like "The Lone Ranger" have also used the canyon's unique formations as backdrops.
The Isle of Man is located halfway between England and Ireland. According to legend, it was formed when two giants threw boulders at each other from England and Ireland, with one giant hurling a mountain that landed in the sea to create the island. In reality, the island is the top of an inactive underwater volcano. It is 15 miles wide and 30 miles long, with 80,000 inhabitants living around the mostly uninhabited coastline. The capital is Douglas, known for hosting the dangerous Tourist Trophy motorcycle race held on public roads.
An enormous volcanic eruption occurred nearly 8,000 years ago in southern Oregon, hurling tons of ash and magma high into the air. This created a unique mineral-rich ecosystem and the deepest lake in North America, Crater Lake. More than 30 years ago, scientists discovered a distinct strain of edible blue-green algae growing abundantly in Upper Klamath Lake, realizing it was an unprecedented nutritional source. This discovery marked the beginning of New Earth and its signature product, Aphanizomenon flos-aquae.
The document discusses the possibility of irrigating the Sahara desert. The Sahara covers a large area of northern Africa and has sandy and rocky surfaces. Some science fiction works explore the idea of terraforming planets to make them habitable. Specifically, the document describes how in the 1800s botanists transformed the barren island of Ascension by transporting trees and plants from other locations, creating an artificial forest. It provides examples of terraforming the Sahara as an idea that has been discussed, with links for further information.
There are three types of volcanoes: active volcanoes that are currently erupting, dormant volcanoes that are currently sleeping but may erupt again, and extinct volcanoes that cannot erupt again. Examples of active volcanoes given are Kilauea volcano in Hawaii, the most active in the world, and Arenal volcano in Costa Rica. Mount Fuji in Japan is an example of a dormant volcano. Vesuvius volcano in Italy was once active but is now extinct, and its past eruption buried the city of Pompeii in ash. Underwater volcanoes can form new islands as they erupt, such as the Galapagos Islands off the coast of Ecuador.
Top 12 dangerous tourist attractions in the worldCSGO Smurf Shop
Each movement goal does not mean unwinding on the shoreline, seeing the perspective of the excellent view of the mountains and visiting the celebrated traveler spots. Now and again wrongdoing, torrid climate conditions or the threats connected with the vacationer put, convey it to the spotlight. These goals still wind up one of the favored visiting areas and the most visited vacationer spots. Given underneath are the most hazardous vacation spots.
The document summarizes some of the beautiful natural sights in the Kumamoto prefecture of Japan, including the large caldera volcano Mount Aso, known for its green views; the scenic seas and famous sunsets of Amakusa, with one sunset selected as one of Japan's top 100; and the clear waters of Kikuchi, with one spring selected as one of Japan's top 100 springs.
Grand Teton National Park features a beautiful mountain range near Jackson, Wyoming. It has four lodging options and six restaurants, and is close to Yellowstone National Park. The park contains diverse wildlife like bears, birds, and insects. The mountains rise over 10,000 feet high. Congress established the park in 1929 and later expanded its size to 310,000 acres to protect more of the landscape. The park supports over 900 plant species and hundreds of bird and animal species. Visitors are advised to respect the park by not littering and staying away from wildlife.
The Grand Canyon National Park document summarizes the history, climate, wildlife, activities, and filming locations of the park. It describes how the park allows visitors to see some of the oldest rocks and fossils on Earth dating back 1,700 million years. The park receives over 4.5 million visitors annually who can enjoy activities like hiking, mule rides, and scenic spots while experiencing the desert landscape and observing more than 1,000 animal species and 300 bird species that call the canyon home. Famous films like "The Lone Ranger" have also used the canyon's unique formations as backdrops.
Wildiaries Stories from the Great Ocean RoadWildiaries
The Great Ocean Road winds along Australia's southern coastline, passing through spectacular scenery ranging from lush rainforests and secluded lakes to rugged beaches. It provides opportunities to observe diverse wildlife both on land and sea, from koalas and kangaroos to fur seals, dolphins, and blue whales. The document shares images and anecdotes from a four-day trip highlighting some of the natural wonders encountered along this scenic route.
Australia has a diverse range of habitats and many unique plant and animal species due to its long geographic isolation. Celebrity conservationists like Steve Irwin helped raise awareness of Australia's biodiversity and environmental issues. Some threats include habitat loss from land clearing, invasive species, water issues from drought, and pollution. However, Australia also has strong environmental protection laws and many protected natural areas helping conserve its unique ecosystems.
Today we visit seven natural wonders of the world: Angel Falls in Venezuela, the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights, Uluru (Ayers Rock) in Australia, Guilin in South China, the Grand Canyon in Colorado, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, and Iguassu Falls on the border of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. Each location is remarkable for its natural beauty and scale.
This document summarizes different types of landscapes. It distinguishes between natural features, which are made by nature like rivers and forests, and man-made features such as villages and houses. Mountainous landscapes contain mountains, lakes, forests, mountain ranges, valleys, and rivers. The highest point of a mountain is the summit, while the sides are called slopes and the beginning is the foot. Coastal landscapes have cliffs, beaches, islands, lighthouses, and harbours. Flat landscapes lack high mountains and contain plains and fields. National parks are protected areas for landscapes, plants and animals, and visitors must follow rules like not littering or touching animals.
Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is a large sandstone formation in central Australia that is sacred to Aboriginal Australians. It was formed over 600 million years ago and Aboriginal people have lived in the area for 10,000 years. The Indigenous people own the land, while the Australian government holds a 99-year lease to operate it as a national park. Uluru is 3.6 km long, 1.9 km wide, and its circumference is 9.4 km, with a 1.6 km climb to the summit. Visitors can see colorful sunrises and sunsets on the rock, Aboriginal rock art, and walk or climb Uluru.
The Cuicocha sanctuary in Ecuador was the site of religious worship for the local inhabitants. It is located inside the 3 km wide, 180 m deep crater of the Cuicocha volcano, which was formed thousands of years ago after an eruption. The crater lake receives water from melting snow and ice in the volcano. It has abundant flora and fauna, including over 400 plant species and animals like guinea pigs, foxes, and condors. Tourists can now kayak, hike trails, and learn about the natural environment at this scenic former volcanic crater.
This document outlines the extinction of various species throughout history from 2500 BC to 2013. Many species became extinct due to human activities like overhunting for food or leisure, or habitat destruction, including dinosaurs 65 million years ago, saber-toothed cats and mammoths due to climate change, the dodo bird in the 1600s from hunting and habitat changes, and more recent extinctions of tigers, seals, deer and others from 1900-2013 primarily from overhunting.
Western Australia has a population of over 2 million people, with Perth as its capital city of over 1.4 million residents. Perth has a Mediterranean climate and many beautiful beaches and forests. Other major cities include Stirling, Joondalup, Wanneroo, Swan, and Gosnells. The state has well preserved national parks like Karijini and D'Entrecasteaux National Parks. Famous Australians from Western Australia include actors Hugh Jackman and Sam Worthington.
The Presentation presents sourced information regarding the presence of oysters in Boston Harbor and its estuaries as well as infomration on their demise.
NostalgicOutdoors™- Olympic National Park Guide- Deer Park Area Hiking TrailsNostalgicOutdoors™
The document provides information about Deer Park in Olympic National Park, including details about facilities, camping, regulations, and day hikes. It notes that the 18-mile road to Deer Park is narrow, steep, gravel for the last 9 miles and closed in winter. The ranger station is intermittently staffed in summer/fall. There are 14 campsites with fire pits, tables, and toilets but no potable water. Pets and bikes are prohibited on trails and fires above 3,500 feet are banned. Several day hikes are described that vary in length and elevation change.
The Top 10 Strange Scenic Regions In The WorldRain Wang
The document describes 10 of the most strange and unique scenic regions around the world, including Cawsand in Cornwall known for its gardens and tea parties used in Tim Burton films, the mysterious Nazca Lines geoglyphs in Peru, the active volcanic landscape and lava zones of Hawaii's Kilauea volcano, the underground Wieliczka salt mine in Poland with sculptures carved from salt, the unique jellyfish lake in Palau where the jellyfish do not sting, Utah's Bryce Canyon national park known for its unusual rock hoodoo formations, the desert in South Africa's Namaqualand that transforms into a flower bed after winter rains, the cave dwellings and unique rock formations in Cappadocia
This document provides information about Australia, including its climate, flora, fauna, cities, landmarks, and culture. Some key points:
- Australia has a varied climate from moderate to hot depending on location, and is known for unique plants and animals like kangaroos and koalas.
- Major cities include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Canberra. Famous landmarks are the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
- Aboriginal culture has influenced Australian cuisine and traditional dress is casual due to an active lifestyle. National parks showcase the natural beauty.
- The economy relies on mining and agriculture. The currency is the Australian dollar. Tourism centers around beaches, outback areas,
Uluru, located in the Northern Territory of Australia, is a large sandstone monolith formation that was created approximately 500 million years ago from sediment deposited at the bottom of an inland sea. It has significant cultural importance as a sacred site for Aboriginal Australians and its formation provides scientific insights into Australia's geological history. The document describes Uluru's formation, composition, features, cultural and historical sites, impact of human activities, and benefits it provides for future generations.
The ocean was formed when the Earth's surface cooled after reaching temperatures over 700°C, causing water to collide with fire and form a salty sea. Life then emerged in the ocean in the form of plankton and algae. Over millions of years, evolution led to a great diversity of ocean life, including the fastest fish, whales that transport smaller fish and plankton, and complex coral reef ecosystems. However, human industrialization is destroying the ocean at an alarming rate through overfishing, pollution, climate change, and other impacts, threatening to undo millions of years of evolution in the oceans.
Glacier National Park was established in 1910 to protect its unique natural features formed by ancient glaciers. The park contains over 100 types of birds and mammals like bald eagles, moose, and black bears. It also has many plant species including monkey flowers, wood nymphs, and glacier lilies. Glacier National Park joined with Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada in 1932 to become the world's first International Peace Park. However, the park now faces the challenge of climate change reducing its glaciers, which scientists believe could disappear completely by 2030.
Glacier National Park was established in 1910 to protect its unique natural features formed by ancient glaciers. The park contains over 100 types of birds and mammals like bald eagles, moose, and black bears. It also has many plant species including monkey flowers, wood nymphs, and glacier lilies. Glacier National Park joined with Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada in 1932 to become the world's first International Peace Park. However, the park now faces the challenge of climate change reducing its glaciers, which scientists believe could disappear completely by 2030.
Skellig Michael is a mountainous island off the coast of Ireland famous for its appearance in Star Wars. It has the largest bird colony in Ireland with over 4,000 puffins. Skellig Michael was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996 due to its unique early Christian monastery built on pyramidal rock in the ocean, which illustrates the extremes of monasticism. The monastery survived Viking raids in the 9th century and was expanded around the year 1000. It was inhabited by approximately 12 monks and an abbot who obtained fish, shellfish, eggs, and vegetables for sustenance. The site remains relevant for the island's people as it benefits tourism and cultural exchange.
If Ronald had not woken up late, then he would not have missed his train, been late for work, or lost his job. If he had not lost his job, then his wife would have stayed with him and he would not have felt depressed. If he had not felt depressed, then he would have looked for and found a better job that paid more money, allowing him to buy a mansion and stop working so he would never have to go to work again.
The document discusses "shin dogu", which are weird or useless inventions from Japan that follow certain rules: they must be physically built but not patented or for sale, and cannot promote prejudices, taboos, or propaganda. The idea was popularized in a book by Kenji Kawakami describing "Chin dogu" as invention ideas freed from the need for practical utility. Some examples of weird inventions presented include a helmet that holds books, nail polish that ties shoes, and a chewable abacus. The document asks the reader to consider designing their own strange inventions.
Light Detection And Ranging (useless in slideshare, must be downloaded to pow...Nina Tvenge
LIDAR is an optical remote sensing technology that uses lasers to measure distances. It works by measuring the time delay between transmitting a laser pulse and receiving the reflected signal, which provides highly detailed 3D mapping. LIDAR has a wide variety of uses including archaeology, meteorology, geology, biology, military applications, vehicles, imaging, and 3D mapping.
The document discusses the concept of "chindogu", which are unusual tools created in Japan that solve very specific problems but are generally impractical or cause more problems than they solve. Some examples of chindogu ideas described include a baby sweeper/duster, butter stick, and tissue hat. The document also lists tenants of chindogu and presents various team ideas for combining two objects into new chindogu inventions, with the winning idea being a light bulb pencil.
Wildiaries Stories from the Great Ocean RoadWildiaries
The Great Ocean Road winds along Australia's southern coastline, passing through spectacular scenery ranging from lush rainforests and secluded lakes to rugged beaches. It provides opportunities to observe diverse wildlife both on land and sea, from koalas and kangaroos to fur seals, dolphins, and blue whales. The document shares images and anecdotes from a four-day trip highlighting some of the natural wonders encountered along this scenic route.
Australia has a diverse range of habitats and many unique plant and animal species due to its long geographic isolation. Celebrity conservationists like Steve Irwin helped raise awareness of Australia's biodiversity and environmental issues. Some threats include habitat loss from land clearing, invasive species, water issues from drought, and pollution. However, Australia also has strong environmental protection laws and many protected natural areas helping conserve its unique ecosystems.
Today we visit seven natural wonders of the world: Angel Falls in Venezuela, the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights, Uluru (Ayers Rock) in Australia, Guilin in South China, the Grand Canyon in Colorado, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, and Iguassu Falls on the border of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. Each location is remarkable for its natural beauty and scale.
This document summarizes different types of landscapes. It distinguishes between natural features, which are made by nature like rivers and forests, and man-made features such as villages and houses. Mountainous landscapes contain mountains, lakes, forests, mountain ranges, valleys, and rivers. The highest point of a mountain is the summit, while the sides are called slopes and the beginning is the foot. Coastal landscapes have cliffs, beaches, islands, lighthouses, and harbours. Flat landscapes lack high mountains and contain plains and fields. National parks are protected areas for landscapes, plants and animals, and visitors must follow rules like not littering or touching animals.
Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is a large sandstone formation in central Australia that is sacred to Aboriginal Australians. It was formed over 600 million years ago and Aboriginal people have lived in the area for 10,000 years. The Indigenous people own the land, while the Australian government holds a 99-year lease to operate it as a national park. Uluru is 3.6 km long, 1.9 km wide, and its circumference is 9.4 km, with a 1.6 km climb to the summit. Visitors can see colorful sunrises and sunsets on the rock, Aboriginal rock art, and walk or climb Uluru.
The Cuicocha sanctuary in Ecuador was the site of religious worship for the local inhabitants. It is located inside the 3 km wide, 180 m deep crater of the Cuicocha volcano, which was formed thousands of years ago after an eruption. The crater lake receives water from melting snow and ice in the volcano. It has abundant flora and fauna, including over 400 plant species and animals like guinea pigs, foxes, and condors. Tourists can now kayak, hike trails, and learn about the natural environment at this scenic former volcanic crater.
This document outlines the extinction of various species throughout history from 2500 BC to 2013. Many species became extinct due to human activities like overhunting for food or leisure, or habitat destruction, including dinosaurs 65 million years ago, saber-toothed cats and mammoths due to climate change, the dodo bird in the 1600s from hunting and habitat changes, and more recent extinctions of tigers, seals, deer and others from 1900-2013 primarily from overhunting.
Western Australia has a population of over 2 million people, with Perth as its capital city of over 1.4 million residents. Perth has a Mediterranean climate and many beautiful beaches and forests. Other major cities include Stirling, Joondalup, Wanneroo, Swan, and Gosnells. The state has well preserved national parks like Karijini and D'Entrecasteaux National Parks. Famous Australians from Western Australia include actors Hugh Jackman and Sam Worthington.
The Presentation presents sourced information regarding the presence of oysters in Boston Harbor and its estuaries as well as infomration on their demise.
NostalgicOutdoors™- Olympic National Park Guide- Deer Park Area Hiking TrailsNostalgicOutdoors™
The document provides information about Deer Park in Olympic National Park, including details about facilities, camping, regulations, and day hikes. It notes that the 18-mile road to Deer Park is narrow, steep, gravel for the last 9 miles and closed in winter. The ranger station is intermittently staffed in summer/fall. There are 14 campsites with fire pits, tables, and toilets but no potable water. Pets and bikes are prohibited on trails and fires above 3,500 feet are banned. Several day hikes are described that vary in length and elevation change.
The Top 10 Strange Scenic Regions In The WorldRain Wang
The document describes 10 of the most strange and unique scenic regions around the world, including Cawsand in Cornwall known for its gardens and tea parties used in Tim Burton films, the mysterious Nazca Lines geoglyphs in Peru, the active volcanic landscape and lava zones of Hawaii's Kilauea volcano, the underground Wieliczka salt mine in Poland with sculptures carved from salt, the unique jellyfish lake in Palau where the jellyfish do not sting, Utah's Bryce Canyon national park known for its unusual rock hoodoo formations, the desert in South Africa's Namaqualand that transforms into a flower bed after winter rains, the cave dwellings and unique rock formations in Cappadocia
This document provides information about Australia, including its climate, flora, fauna, cities, landmarks, and culture. Some key points:
- Australia has a varied climate from moderate to hot depending on location, and is known for unique plants and animals like kangaroos and koalas.
- Major cities include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Canberra. Famous landmarks are the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
- Aboriginal culture has influenced Australian cuisine and traditional dress is casual due to an active lifestyle. National parks showcase the natural beauty.
- The economy relies on mining and agriculture. The currency is the Australian dollar. Tourism centers around beaches, outback areas,
Uluru, located in the Northern Territory of Australia, is a large sandstone monolith formation that was created approximately 500 million years ago from sediment deposited at the bottom of an inland sea. It has significant cultural importance as a sacred site for Aboriginal Australians and its formation provides scientific insights into Australia's geological history. The document describes Uluru's formation, composition, features, cultural and historical sites, impact of human activities, and benefits it provides for future generations.
The ocean was formed when the Earth's surface cooled after reaching temperatures over 700°C, causing water to collide with fire and form a salty sea. Life then emerged in the ocean in the form of plankton and algae. Over millions of years, evolution led to a great diversity of ocean life, including the fastest fish, whales that transport smaller fish and plankton, and complex coral reef ecosystems. However, human industrialization is destroying the ocean at an alarming rate through overfishing, pollution, climate change, and other impacts, threatening to undo millions of years of evolution in the oceans.
Glacier National Park was established in 1910 to protect its unique natural features formed by ancient glaciers. The park contains over 100 types of birds and mammals like bald eagles, moose, and black bears. It also has many plant species including monkey flowers, wood nymphs, and glacier lilies. Glacier National Park joined with Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada in 1932 to become the world's first International Peace Park. However, the park now faces the challenge of climate change reducing its glaciers, which scientists believe could disappear completely by 2030.
Glacier National Park was established in 1910 to protect its unique natural features formed by ancient glaciers. The park contains over 100 types of birds and mammals like bald eagles, moose, and black bears. It also has many plant species including monkey flowers, wood nymphs, and glacier lilies. Glacier National Park joined with Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada in 1932 to become the world's first International Peace Park. However, the park now faces the challenge of climate change reducing its glaciers, which scientists believe could disappear completely by 2030.
Skellig Michael is a mountainous island off the coast of Ireland famous for its appearance in Star Wars. It has the largest bird colony in Ireland with over 4,000 puffins. Skellig Michael was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996 due to its unique early Christian monastery built on pyramidal rock in the ocean, which illustrates the extremes of monasticism. The monastery survived Viking raids in the 9th century and was expanded around the year 1000. It was inhabited by approximately 12 monks and an abbot who obtained fish, shellfish, eggs, and vegetables for sustenance. The site remains relevant for the island's people as it benefits tourism and cultural exchange.
If Ronald had not woken up late, then he would not have missed his train, been late for work, or lost his job. If he had not lost his job, then his wife would have stayed with him and he would not have felt depressed. If he had not felt depressed, then he would have looked for and found a better job that paid more money, allowing him to buy a mansion and stop working so he would never have to go to work again.
The document discusses "shin dogu", which are weird or useless inventions from Japan that follow certain rules: they must be physically built but not patented or for sale, and cannot promote prejudices, taboos, or propaganda. The idea was popularized in a book by Kenji Kawakami describing "Chin dogu" as invention ideas freed from the need for practical utility. Some examples of weird inventions presented include a helmet that holds books, nail polish that ties shoes, and a chewable abacus. The document asks the reader to consider designing their own strange inventions.
Light Detection And Ranging (useless in slideshare, must be downloaded to pow...Nina Tvenge
LIDAR is an optical remote sensing technology that uses lasers to measure distances. It works by measuring the time delay between transmitting a laser pulse and receiving the reflected signal, which provides highly detailed 3D mapping. LIDAR has a wide variety of uses including archaeology, meteorology, geology, biology, military applications, vehicles, imaging, and 3D mapping.
The document discusses the concept of "chindogu", which are unusual tools created in Japan that solve very specific problems but are generally impractical or cause more problems than they solve. Some examples of chindogu ideas described include a baby sweeper/duster, butter stick, and tissue hat. The document also lists tenants of chindogu and presents various team ideas for combining two objects into new chindogu inventions, with the winning idea being a light bulb pencil.
Pop Art was an art movement that began in the late 1950s and used imagery from popular culture and everyday life. Pop artists blurred the lines between fine art and commercial art by using images and styles from advertisements, consumer goods, celebrities and other mass media sources. Andy Warhol was one of the most famous Pop Artists, known for works like Campbell's Soup Cans that used repetition and appropriated popular images. Pop Art challenged definitions of art by treating popular objects as art and reflecting the culture of 1960s America through use of new materials, technologies and methods of production.
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The document provides information about the history and geography of Australia. It notes that Captain James Cook discovered Australia in 1770 and claimed it for Britain. The first European settlers arrived in 1788, establishing Sydney. Australia is located in Oceania, between the Indian and Pacific oceans. It is the sixth largest country by area and has a diverse landscape that includes the Outback, Great Barrier Reef, and Fraser Island.
Australia is shaped by its colonial legacy, vast Outback interior, and Great Barrier Reef. Aboriginal settlers arrived over 40,000 years ago, followed by British colonization in the 18th century who used Australia as a penal colony. Today most Australians live in urban southeast coastal areas, while the sparsely populated Outback interior covers much of the continent, which is home to unique flora and fauna like kangaroos and the world's largest coral reef.
Australia is an island continent located in the southern hemisphere. It has a diverse landscape ranging from deserts to rainforests. The population of over 23 million speaks over 200 languages, with English and several European languages being most common. Famous landmarks include the Sydney Opera House, Uluru, Tasmania, and the pink lakes. Australia is also home to many unique animal species, over 80% of which are found nowhere else, such as kangaroos, koalas, and platypus.
Australia is a continent and country located in Oceania. It has a diverse landscape that includes deserts, savannas, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Outback. The population of around 25 million is predominantly of European descent, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples comprising over 2% of the population. Some of Australia's major cities include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and the capital city of Canberra.
The Outback is a remote, sparsely populated region of Australia that extends across northern, central, and southern areas of the country. It has a low population density and largely intact natural environment characterized by climatic zones ranging from tropical to temperate. Aboriginal peoples have lived in the Outback for over 50,000 years. The main industries in the Outback are pastoralism, mining, and tourism, with cattle grazing being the largest land use. The Outback has significant mineral resources and is a popular tourist destination known for its natural beauty and Indigenous culture.
The document provides information about various aspects of Australia including its geography, major cities, flora and fauna, Aboriginal history and culture, and notable people and events. It describes the population sizes of Australian states and territories as well as the forced removal of Aboriginal children from their families in the past. Various topics are covered such as traditional Aboriginal art, music, and hunting as well as current issues facing indigenous communities.
The document provides information about Kakadu National Park in Australia. It is a UNESCO World Heritage listed site that has been home to Aboriginal people for over 50,000 years, making it the oldest living culture. The park protects extraordinary biodiversity with diverse landscapes and habitats for many endemic plants and animals. Conservation efforts focus on preventing wildfires, managing crocodiles, and protecting natural habitats and Aboriginal culture.
Australia is a fascinating country located in the Southern Hemisphere between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It has a diverse climate and landscape, from tropical forests in the northeast to mostly desert in the interior. Australia was first inhabited by Aboriginal people and later discovered by Europeans in the 17th century, becoming a British colony used for convict settlements until gaining independence in the early 20th century. Today it has a population of over 20 million people across six states and two territories.
This document provides an overview of Australia, beginning with the ancient Aboriginal people who arrived thousands of years ago. It then discusses the arrival of Europeans in 1770, the establishment of colonies including the transportation of convicts, and the geography and climate of Australia. Key points include the Outback desert, major cities, and surrounding oceans. Subsequent sections cover famous places, animals, food, sports, famous Australians, holidays, inventions and a quiz about Australia.
Australia is a fascinating country located between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It is known for its unique animals like kangaroos and koalas, as well as its strange climate with deserts and tropical rainforests. Australia was first colonized as a British penal colony in the late 18th century and is now an independent nation within the Commonwealth. It has a diverse landscape and climate, and is best known for attractions like the Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock, and its many unusual native plants and animals found nowhere else.
The document summarizes presentations by students about different states and territories of Australia. It discusses the Australian Capital Territory, focusing on Canberra and Namadzhi National Park. It then discusses Western Australia, noting that it occupies one third of Australia and has a population of 2 million, with most of the state being dry desert except the fertile southwest corner. It also summarizes information about Queensland, South Australia, and the Northern Territory, highlighting capital cities, climates, landscapes, and attractions of each region.
Australia is an island continent located in the Southern Hemisphere. It has 7 territories and its capital is Canberra. The majority of Australia's important cities are located along the eastern and southeastern coasts. Australia has a diverse landscape that includes the Outback and Great Barrier Reef. Aboriginal Australians have lived in Australia for over 40,000 years but now only represent 1% of the population. Some iconic Australian symbols include kangaroos, boomerangs, and the Sydney Opera House.
The document summarizes key facts about the deserts of Australia. It notes that deserts make up 18% of Australia but 35% receives little rainfall, making it the driest inhabited continent. It describes several major deserts that comprise 17-18% of the country, including the Great Victoria Desert, Great Sandy Desert, Simpson Desert, and Tanami Desert. It provides details on the climate, landforms, and sparse human populations of the Australian Outback and desert interior. It also summarizes some common desert plants and animals and highlights several tourist destinations in and near the deserts, such as Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Lake Eyre, and The Bungle Bungle range.
Australia is an island continent located in the Southern Hemisphere, making its seasons opposite of those in Europe. It is composed of 7 states and territories and has a population of around 22 million people. The majority of cities are located along the eastern and southern coasts. While most of the interior is dry outback with few inhabitants, the outback plays an important role in Australian culture. Some iconic Australian symbols include kangaroos, Uluru, the Sydney Opera House, and the Great Barrier Reef.
The Commonwealth of Australia is a federal state consisting of the continent of Australia, Tasmania, and many smaller islands. It has a total area of about 8 million square kilometers, making it the world's largest island and smallest continent. The east coast of Australia was first discovered by Captain Cook in 1770 and was later colonized by the British, who often treated the indigenous Aboriginal people poorly. Gold rushes in 1851 attracted many immigrants, and Australia became a independent nation in 1901. Australia has a mostly arid landscape with deserts covering around 2 million square kilometers, and experiences droughts, floods, and cyclones regularly. It is home to many unique animals like kangaroos and koalas that are found nowhere else.
The document provides information about each of the seven continents:
- Asia is the largest continent, with the highest population and home to major religions and ancient civilizations. It contains the highest mountains.
- Africa is the second largest continent, home to the Nile River and Sahara Desert. It has a hot climate and is rich in natural resources. Many believe it is where humans first lived.
- Australia is the smallest continent and only country, located entirely in the Southern Hemisphere. It is home to unique animals like kangaroos and platypuses. The Great Barrier Reef is off its coast.
The document provides an overview of the geography, history, climate, and key attractions of Australia and New Zealand. It discusses how Australia was first discovered by Dutch explorers in the 17th century and later claimed for Britain. It describes Australia's diverse climate and landscape, from deserts to fertile plains. It also summarizes New Zealand's location, indigenous Māori people, mountainous terrain, and importance of agriculture. Some of the top tourist destinations highlighted for both countries include the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Uluru, Milford Sound, Queenstown, and Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.
Australia and New Zealand are island nations located in Oceania. Australia is the world's smallest continent and largest island, and is highly diverse with deserts, forests, and reefs. It was formed by volcanic activity and plate tectonics. Indigenous Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people lived in Australia for over 40,000 years before European settlement began in the late 18th century. Britain established penal colonies in Australia and over 165,000 British prisoners were sent there. New Zealand comprises two main islands and was first settled by Polynesian Maori people around 1300 CE. Both nations enjoy stable democracies and high standards of living today.
Interesting facts about continents in the worldUsama Jawed
The document discusses the seven continents of the world. It provides 3-4 facts about each continent, such as Asia being the largest continent and home to many ancient civilizations, Africa being rich in minerals and the origin of humans, and Australia having more sheep than people. It also notes interesting details about Antarctica being the coldest, driest, and windiest place on Earth and its size fluctuating with the seasons.
The document provides various facts about oceans and Antarctica:
- Sharks account for fewer than 10 human deaths annually while over 100 million sharks are killed each year for their fins. Polar bears have black skin and white fur that reflects visible light.
- Mauna Kea volcano in Hawaii is taller than Mount Everest if measured from its base on the ocean floor. The oceans cover most of the Earth's surface and contain nearly all its water.
- Each winter, Antarctica gains up to 20 million square km of sea ice, the largest seasonal phenomenon on Earth, which reflects heat and insulates the ocean. Various forms of sea ice develop as temperatures drop.
Structure and Use of Present Perfect with different adverbs: ever, never, just, still, already, yet, for and since.
Includes a little hint to the Present Perfect Continuous.
The document discusses the present continuous tense in English, which is used to describe actions that are happening at the present moment. It provides examples of the present continuous tense being used in sentences, including questions, negative forms, and sentences describing what multiple people or subjects are doing simultaneously. Gerunds and forms of "to be" are used alongside subjects including I, you, he, she, it, we, they to express current ongoing actions.
This document provides examples of using different pronouns with the verbs "work" and "do work" in questions and negative statements. It then provides examples of using the present simple tense to describe permanent truths, facts, habits and routines as well as opinions, likes and feelings.
Once upon a time in a faraway kingdom, there lived characters like a stepmother, stepsisters, witch, broom, ogre, big bad wolf, enchanted frog, fairy godmother, fairies, dwarves, and genie. The story involved verbs like transform, deceive, cast spells, make wishes, rub, and grant wishes. It took place in a castle with a ball and highest tower. Ragged clothes were worn before the characters lived happily ever after.
This document provides information about describing food including its color, texture, taste, and shape. It discusses cooking methods like frying, boiling, grilling, baking, and steaming. It also mentions stages of a meal like starters, first dish, main course, and dessert as well as levels of doneness for a main course such as rare, medium rare, and well-done.
The use of child soldiers is widespread in armed conflicts around the world, with nearly 300,000 children currently fighting in about 30 conflicts. While child soldiers can be effective manipulatable fighters, using children under 15 as soldiers is morally repugnant. In addition to combat roles, girls are often subjected to sexual abuse and used as sexual slaves. The use of child soldiers leaves many psychologically traumatized and undermines prospects for lasting peace when conflicts end.
This document compares terms used in British and American English, providing different words used to describe similar concepts in each dialect. It lists pairs of terms like biscuits and chips, cookies and fries, crisps and corn that have different names in British versus American English as well as objects like trucks, gas stations, elevators, movies, and money. The overall message is that while the dialects use different words, both British and American English speakers understand the underlying concepts.
This document contains a list of questions about space-related topics such as planets, stars, comets, asteroids, and moons. It asks about characteristics of Venus, Jupiter, the Sun, and other celestial bodies. It also inquires about discoveries such as dinosaurs becoming extinct and the first exoplanet. The document provides websites with additional information about the solar system, universe, and space facts.
Leonardo da Vinci was a 15th century Italian polymath whose areas of interest included painting, sculpting, architecture, science, music, mathematics, engineering, literature, anatomy, geology, astronomy, botany, writing, history, and cartography. Some of his most famous works include The Last Supper, the Mona Lisa, and the Virgin of the Rocks. He apprenticed under the artist Andrea del Verrocchio beginning at age 15 and left the workshop at age 21. Many of Leonardo's inventions, including designs for tanks, helicopters, and parachutes, were far ahead of their time.
If they didn't sleep late, then they would not be late for work. If they were not late for work, then they would not lose their job. If they did not lose their job, then their wives would stay with them and they would not feel depressed. If they were not depressed, then they would look for another job, find a better one, and earn more money to buy a mansion so they would not have to go to work again.
How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 InventoryCeline George
In this slide, we'll explore how to set up warehouses and locations in Odoo 17 Inventory. This will help us manage our stock effectively, track inventory levels, and streamline warehouse operations.
Temple of Asclepius in Thrace. Excavation resultsKrassimira Luka
The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
Level 3 NCEA - NZ: A Nation In the Making 1872 - 1900 SML.pptHenry Hollis
The History of NZ 1870-1900.
Making of a Nation.
From the NZ Wars to Liberals,
Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
Walmart Business+ and Spark Good for Nonprofits.pdfTechSoup
"Learn about all the ways Walmart supports nonprofit organizations.
You will hear from Liz Willett, the Head of Nonprofits, and hear about what Walmart is doing to help nonprofits, including Walmart Business and Spark Good. Walmart Business+ is a new offer for nonprofits that offers discounts and also streamlines nonprofits order and expense tracking, saving time and money.
The webinar may also give some examples on how nonprofits can best leverage Walmart Business+.
The event will cover the following::
Walmart Business + (https://business.walmart.com/plus) is a new shopping experience for nonprofits, schools, and local business customers that connects an exclusive online shopping experience to stores. Benefits include free delivery and shipping, a 'Spend Analytics” feature, special discounts, deals and tax-exempt shopping.
Special TechSoup offer for a free 180 days membership, and up to $150 in discounts on eligible orders.
Spark Good (walmart.com/sparkgood) is a charitable platform that enables nonprofits to receive donations directly from customers and associates.
Answers about how you can do more with Walmart!"
Leveraging Generative AI to Drive Nonprofit InnovationTechSoup
In this webinar, participants learned how to utilize Generative AI to streamline operations and elevate member engagement. Amazon Web Service experts provided a customer specific use cases and dived into low/no-code tools that are quick and easy to deploy through Amazon Web Service (AWS.)
This presentation was provided by Rebecca Benner, Ph.D., of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
2. - A place 3 times larger than Europe but 30 times less populated. -21 million people inhabiting 7 million squared km….. -Tropical warm waters in the north -South is colder from the flows of the Arctic
3. -a great variety of everything-rainforests, deserts and wonderful seaside places.-some species have become unique; following its own path , evolving their own way…… Emus, Koalas, Wombats, platypuses, Kangaroos……
4. Australia is just a really young country on an ancient soil, a territory which has remained unchanged for ages…. No volcano or earthquake has touched this land for millions and millions of years, so it is not very fertile, either. Weather conditions and erosion have modelled this land the way we see it today, massive monoliths -like Uluru -are shown in this vast territory after erosion has polished their structures.
5. The oldest living culture is here in this land too. Aboriginal have inhabited this land for over 40,000 years now preserving their traditions and their relation to nature, which is very special….. They are nature themselves, nature is them…they are part of this land, as this land gives life to them, they are their ancestors’ heirs to this land. Art is history. History is art. Music, paintings………. These paintings are supposed to represent maps –to find food or water- and their history passed from generation to generation.
6. Tjukurpa This is the foundation of Anangu life.: law, culture, heritage, moral systems, spiritual belief, relationship between man and nature, the physical characteristics of the landscape . Tjukurpa is all that represented in their music, dance and painting… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kni81ADwRqw&feature=related
7. An inhospitable land The population mainly concentrates on the East and Southern coast. Most Australians are urban people today. A harsh environment which has made them been through extreme hardships. They are tough people.
8. Tough and determined Cattle grazing in the outback They are also funny and competitive. They make a joke of everything. Shearing competitions
9. Living by and for the sea -Perth- on the left-Cairns , in the North eastern coast, on the right. -4 out of every 5 Australians can get to the beach in less than 30 minutes. -Melbourne and Adelaide here below.
11. One of the largest biodiversities in the planet. --Great Barrier Reef -over 3600 coral reefs -350 different species of coral -1600 species of fish live here (90% of them are vegetarians) -1/3 of the world’s sharks live here
13. Crocs are reallylarge reptiles; 180 species of snakes are many; spiders are numeroustoo. However, the worst predator is not in forests or water…..but in inner land.
14. The dingo…. This animal has caused such disasters in Australia that a fence was built at the end of the XIXth century. It locks miles and miles of land for the protection of the scarce fertile land and the cattle. It is over 5,500 Km long. (3,600 miles)
15. The inner land We are now in the centre of the country. As you can see there’s a camel race going on. This happens every year in Alice Springs. It is The Camel Cup.
19. Deep down south Travelling southwest from Alice Springs , going across the outback we reached an extremely arid area; and in the middle of it…… ULURU
22. Digging the land, not only for water… Iron and opal have contributed a lot to the welfare of these people. Almost 95% of the world’s production comes from this place. And they dug not only for treasures……
23. Coober Pedythe underground home Getting advantage of the holes dug for the search of opals, miners started to make them their homes. Despite being in the outback, Coober Pedy is today another of the most touristic places in Australia due to its original “architecture”……
25. They take the air through tubes and use matches inserted in the ceiling to prevent collapses.Nevertheless, the sand is compact and hard.
26. Rainfall? What’s that? 200 ml of average rainfall a year. 2/3 of the country without rivers, creeks…… Water reserves and aquifers running for hundreds of kilometres underground.
27. And any kind of people, to make it all go round…… -25% are foreigners -140 different nationalities
28. The original settlers Aboriginals: -over 2.5% of the population -Average age is 21 years- very much younger than non-indigenous population. A bit of hope for the survival of the community. -Only about 25 % of them live in very remote areas. -The most important tribe are The Anangu. -Their original territory Ananguku