Freezing

When it comes to cooling off in the summer, the Huntsmen spider is no exception. However, fear not, as these spiders are generally timid who will run lighting-fast speed when disturbed (termite.com).As seen in the picture,the Huntsman spider's hairy body length of 1/2" and its long legs is known to like the cooling of flat leaves, rocks, and of course the nice A/C temperatures of corners and roofs in buildings. While they are not dangerous, a bite from them is unpleasant. Take care to not anger…

gulf through the Mississippi River and also to north Atlantic from the east coast. This unusual flow of freshwater into the saltwater caused the water currents to change suddenly causing different weather patterns. The earth started experiencing freezing temperature that were comparable to the glacial period right before (NOAA, n.d.). Furthermore, there is much evidence to prove this abrupt climate change took place. Ocean sediment cores have geochemical…

Bake Banana Blueberry Bread in a Shippable Jar When baking banana bread you must have the main ingredient prepared ahead of time. You must freeze over-ripened bananas. The recipe calls for three-four so that is the amount I froze. This process of freezing at least three to four ripe bananas is crucial because if you fail to follow through with this first step, you cannot bake the bread. Next in preparation for making this delicious bread was to buy the jars. I purchased nine 16 ounce, purple…

In the novel “Into Thin Air” the author Jon Krakauer determines the incomprehensive force of nature that takes life indiscriminately. The low levels of oxygen above 25,000 feet, sub-zero temperatures, harsh solar radiation, and powerful storms are all the examples of natural obstacles that Krakauer himself and his team had to overcome to complete the expedition. In the novel, “Beidleman, Groom, the two Sherpas, and the seven clients staggered blindly around in the storm, growing ever more…

Changing the Enviorment of Artemia Franciscana Cysts and how it Effects the Hatching Rate The purpose of this experiment was to see how changing the water quality and or environment of the Artemia Franiscana cysts would effect the hatching rate of the brine shrimp. The last few weeks of class have been spent on what quality or water is best for the survival of living things and how changing variables about their living conditions would impact organisms. This experiment fits into what has…

during thirty degree weather. Honestly, it was kind of miserable and I don't think I will ever do that again. I choose to carry this out because you typically don't see people wearing outfits like that when it's freezing outside. I also thought it would be interesting for me specifically to do just because I am so shy and hate drawing attention to myself; so it really was something that took me out of my comfort zone. …

Geography and Climate By: McKenna Pinske The geography and climate of Mexico is slightly different than what we are use to here in Illinois. Mexico is located in the northern region of the American continent between the Gulf of Mexico on the east and the Pacific Ocean on the west. Mexico is made up of 31 states and one federal district. The West and South are bordered by the Pacific Ocean. The eastern peninsula faces the Caribbean Sea. The northern part of Mexico is covered by two different…

Clarias Batrachus also known as the" Walking Catfish" originated in South Asia. They are found in the many U.S States. However, Florida has the biggest population. Walking Catfish was introduced to Florida in the 1960's. According to Columbia Education, the Walking Catfish was imported to Florida from Thailand for the aquarium trade. The fish had escaped from Broward County Aquarium through transportation. Humans also intentionally released them into wild. Through the years the fish has spread…

and tendency to fall into leisure prevents me from doing my work on time. I am also guilty of not going to race last Saturday. After taking four hours long SAT in a cold gym, I was mentally and physically exhausted. I was not up to a long race in a freezing cold weather in shorts and sleeveless jersey. After weighing the consequences of missing a race and my conditions for a long time, I told my coach that I was not feeling well. She looked right into my eyes and stared down at me. She…

known as Vermont. The 4 seasons vary greatly, but each have their own unique qualities to them which makes each season great in its own way. The cold, brisk winter. Snow covering every square inch of land for as far as the eye can see, the freezing air biting and stinging your skin, the tiny flakes falling from the sky, with no two being the same. This is the winter in Vermont. Cold, harsh, and very snowy. The dead, deserted looking scenery will soon be reborn and flourish…