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What is the most mysterious location on Earth?
Antarctica is one of the most mysterious places on Earth.
What is it that makes this place so interesting? Because it's unlike any other place in the world.
It is remote and difficult to reach. There is much more to this place than meets the eyes.
This natural wonder is also home to some of the strangest wildlife species.
Let's find out how this mysterious destination became so famous.
Antarctica, The South Pole
It is not known why Antarctica was called Antarctica. Some believe it means "land of ice." Others believe it derives from Greek mythology.
Antarktis in ancient Greece was the name given the island where Zeus' twin brother brothers were born. According to legend, one twin was born in winter. Hence, the word antarctic.
Others believe the name was derived from the Greek words tropos, which means turn, and anti, meaning against. This would translate to land that is turned away from the sun.
Whatever the reason, Antarctica has always held a special fascination for people.
It is the continent with the lowest, windiest and highest temperatures. Because it is too frigid, there are no trees, animals, or plants.
Yet, the frozen desert is alive with life.
About 90 percent of all living things on Earth live here. Here are approximately 50% of all the animal and plant species in the world.
What makes Antarctica so special? Here, water is frozen into ice rather than vaporizing into the air.
This causes large masses to form of ice which float high above the ground.
These glaciers are responsible for covering 80% of the continent. These glaciers are getting larger each year.
The Antarctic ice sheet has grown 60ft since 1960.
If the melting continues, the sea level will rise by up to 200 feet. That could cause massive flooding around the globe.
This does not mean that everyone is wrong. Some scientists claim that global warming could be good for us. According to scientists, global warming could be good for us because the melting of the ice sheets will accelerate, which can lead to floods that release toxic chemicals into our soil and bodies.
However, others caution that this theory sounds a lot like a plot in a science fiction movie.
How does the brain regulate the functions of the body?
To ensure that they work together, messages are sent by the brain to other organs. Your body's functions are controlled by your brain. It tells you your stomach to digest food; your lungs to inhale air; and it tells you your arms and legs how to move.
Your brain is made up billions of nerve cell networks connected in groups known as neurons. Action potentials are electrical signals that neurons send to one another. Every neuron has a cell wall around its nucleus. Inside the membrane are channels that allow ions such as sodium and potassium to enter and leave the cell. Ion movement creates the electric charge that causes the neuron to fire.
Neurotransmitters, which are chemicals that release neurotransmitters when a neuron fires up, can be found in the space between the neurons and the next one. Neurotransmitters are able to bind to receptors in the second neuron. This opens ion channels that allow ions to flow in and out. As a result, the second neuron fires too.
Neurotransmitter release occurs when the presynaptic neuron receives an impulse from another neuron. The impulse travels along an synapse between the neurons. The transmitter binds directly to the receptors in the postsynaptic nervous neuron, and triggers the firing.
Communication within the nervous system is possible thanks to neurotransmitters. They are also responsible for coordinating activity between various parts of the brain.
Is there a Hollywood blacklist.
There is a Hollywood blacklist.
The list isn’t available for public viewing. According to our knowledge, the names of these people aren't known. But, here's why it matters.
The secret is because the directors and actors on blacklist wouldn't have any job opportunities. Thus, they would leave the industry and studios will lose money. That would result in a reduction in spending on movies. This would lead to fewer opportunities and less money for blacklisted directors. This could lead to them going bankrupt.
This could mean more victims.
In other words, if someone is trying to make an Oscar winning movie, they might have to sign a contract that says they won't speak openly against their employers. This applies to any producer or director who wishes to be nominated.
Producers often pressure directors to cut scenes from their films. Or directors threaten to walk out of projects that don’t match their vision.
This is why Hollywood has a blacklist. If you speak negatively about your employer, you will likely be fired. And that's not good for anyone.
There are many people who have been falsely accused. These people have had to fight to clear their names.
This kind of thing must stop before it can happen again. Everybody should be able to freely express themselves.
We must get rid of the Hollywood blacklist.
These 5 facts are amazing about the liver
The liver is responsible for breaking down toxins and storing vitamins and minerals. It also helps regulate blood pressure and keeps our body temperature stable.
How often do we hear someone say, 'I feel sluggish today' or 'my head feels heavy'? These symptoms may indicate problems with the liver.
Common signs include yellowing skin, dark urine, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, weight loss, stomach cramps (yellow coloration), itching, and jaundice (yellow colouration). These aren't all warning signs. These are not the only warning signs. Make an appointment immediately with your doctor if they occur.
The liver plays a crucial role in our lives. It is vital for detoxification, metabolism, immunity, reproduction, and digestion.
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The average adult human liver is approximately 1,400g.
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At birth, the liver of a baby can be half as big as an adult's. It becomes about four times more large by the age of three than an infant's liver.
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The liver is located on the left side, just below your rib cage.
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There are 16 major liver lobes. However there are many smaller, more intimate lobules.
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The liver is home to approximately 10 million red blood cell units.
Statistics
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (romper.com)
- In fact, nearly 24% of U.S. women are affected with one or more pelvic floor disorders, according to research funded by the National Institutes of Health. (romper.com)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
- It might not sound like something that's truly plausible — and it is quite rare — but according to a 2015 study published in the Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals, it's possible to hurt yourself and even break a rib just by sneezing. (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked the globe
Nothing is more shocking that seeing someone be famous for their wrong reasons. But, it's equally shocking to watch them fall from the graces.
It's fascinating to see how industries react to their mistakes. We've all heard about celebrities who took too much alcohol and drugs. Some even died young because of it.
The worst part about this is that these same stars come out with their problems and are ridiculed by everyone. This is where we ended up last week.
Heath Ledger lost his long and successful career. After a short battle with death, Heath Ledger succumbed to prescription pills.
His family and his friends struggled with the news and the media went after him.
Heath was once considered one of the most talented actors working today. He was nominated for two Academy Awards for his performance in Brokeback Mountain.
Heath not only acted, but also wrote and directed films including A Knight's Tale. Monster's Ball. Iron Man.
Hollywood loved Heath. But he was too big for his boots. He began using drugs and drinking heavily. Eventually, he went to rehab and came out clean.
Now that he was sober, it was time to make amends. So he made a documentary called "Room 237," which chronicled the making of The Shining. It was supposed that it would be released this year but it won't make its debut in theaters until next.
Every time Heath tried to get back into Hollywood, something happened. In fact, he was actually twice arrested for drug-related charges.
While we aren't saying Heath shouldn't have been allowed back in the show business, However, it would be nice if he could get some help before things spiral out of control.
We hope Heath’s story serves as a cautionary tale for others who think they might still be able to have it all.