Insecta are insects of the class Bug, which is part of the Hemiptera family. They are classified as true bugs by entomologists. They have hair, gills and four legs. They look familiar, but did know that there are other features?
Insects are invertebrates
Invertebrates can refer to insects as they have both living (and non-living) parts. Insects have segmented bodies with chitin exoskeletons. The three major units of their body are the head, abdomen and thorax. These body sections are used by insects for extracting nutrients from their food. Catabolic reactions are used to digest food. They break down complex macromolecules into simple sugars, and then amino acids.
They are four-legged.
It is fascinating to observe that some insects have only four legs while others have six. For example, locusts are only four inches taller than butterflies. For jumping, insects use their front pair.
They have gills
Most people are probably familiar with the fact that some insects have gills. Gills allow insects to breathe. They can also be used to view the environment around them. Most insects have many visual units. However, some species have complex eyes with hundreds of visual unit. For example, caterpillars have 12 eyes and 30,000 eye ommatidia.
They have hair
You should be aware that insects have hair. Insects are one of the most varied groups of animals. Their sheer number makes them fascinating to study. Humans and non-entomologists both find insects fascinating because they play a significant role in the economy and environment. Here are some interesting facts about insect jumping, including what they eat.
They produce methane
Methane is known to be a greenhouse chemical. It is released in the atmosphere by bugs such as termites. About 5 percent of global methane emissions comes from these creatures, which produce methane through their guts. Methane can be found in the atmosphere naturally, but human activities produce approximately 320,000,000 tons of methane annually. Fossil fuel industries (including the production of natural gas) are the largest sources of methane.
They are ommatidia
Insects have compound eyes made of seven to eleven individual visual units. They are used for a variety of purposes. Some insects have more than others. The wingless sandfish has less than 100 while the dragonfly boasts more than 30,000. Interestingly, male insects have more ommatidia that females, which makes them easier to distinguish.
They have insane body parts
One of the most diverse and varied groups of organisms on the planet is the insect family. They are not only important for the economies of many countries but also provide fascinating information to both humans and non-entomologists. A grasshopper, for example, has ears on its stomach. A grasshopper's hind legs are equipped with special organs to allow for jumping. The grasshopper can even jump as far as a basketball court. And, in addition to their amazing body parts, they were the first creatures to make sound.
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What dark secrets are there in Hollywood?
Hollywood is full of secret societies. Some secret societies are cultlike groups that have strict rules and rituals. Other clubs are for people who share common interests.
Some of the most powerful organizations in the industry are even more dangerous. These include companies like the MPAA ("Motion Picture Association of America"), which determines film ratings. The RIAA ("Recording Industry Association of America") sets music licensing fees.
Many unions and guilds represent actors, directors writers, producers, and others. The majority of major television networks and movie studios are owned by large corporations.
It doesn't really matter how secretive an organization may appear, there is always someone who knows exactly what they do. They shouldn't be fearful, however.
Instead, we should embrace them. Because they provide us with information that helps us make better decisions.
They also tell us about the movies that are most likely to succeed and which songs are most popular.
They allow us to make informed decisions about what we buy, watch and listen to.
We can trust their advice and we can ignore it if it contradicts our values.
They become more powerful because we choose to ignore them. They become the ultimate arbiters for taste.
You are free to ignore their messages if that bothers you.
So now let's look at some of the lesser-known but still very real Hollywood secret societies.
And you'll understand why they're so crucial.
These are five interesting facts about livers
The liver is responsible both for breaking down toxins as well as storing vitamins, minerals. It regulates blood pressure and maintains a stable body temperature.
Is it not often that we hear people say "I feel sluggish today" and "my head feels heavier?" These symptoms could indicate liver problems.
Some common signs include dark urine, yellowing skin, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, jaundice (yellow coloration), and itching. But these aren't the only warning signs. You should immediately consult your doctor if you have any of these symptoms.
The liver, an essential organ, is vital. It is essential for detoxification and metabolism as well as reproduction.
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The average adult human liver weighs approximately 1,400 grams.
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At birth, the liver of a baby can be half as big as an adult's. By age three, it is about four times larger than that of an infant.
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The liver can be found just below the rib cage, on the left side.
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The liver is divided into 16 major lobes. However, there are many smaller lobules that are within these lobes.
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There are approximately 10,000,000 red blood cells in the liver.
What is the most secretive location in the entire world?
This question might surprise you. It could even make you uncomfortable, because it challenges how reality is perceived and lived. But there is an explanation for why this place exists, and it's not what you would expect.
It was called the City of God by ancient Greeks. It was also called the City of Destruction in the Bible.
In India, it's called Kashi (Kashmir). It is also called Novgorod in Russia.
It's called The Town That Has Disappeared here in America.
A small community of 1200 people in western New York State vanished. It was abandoned without any remains, including no bodies, cars, or houses. The only thing that survived was a road sign, which pointed to its former location.
This tiny community disappeared without leaving any clues as to where it went or when. Some believe it was swallowed by the earth. Others claim that a meteorite hit destroyed it. Still, others say aliens took it away.
The residents of this once prosperous community believe that whatever happened, their town is not gone forever. They had just moved to a new town.
There is even a website dedicated to tracking the disappearance of the lost city of Zugspitz.
You might be wondering where this town went. It's in Switzerland.
Zugspitze is situated on the border between Germany und Austria. A huge lake, Lake Zugspitze, is located just beyond the summit.
I have always been fascinated by the fact that so many towns have vanished, but some remain. Why is it that some disappear while others live on? I decided to investigate.
I wanted to know more about the mysterious disappearing towns. Is it possible for a place to vanish? How can one place vanish from existence?
It turned out that there are many theories about disappearing towns. One theory says that a town disappears when all the buildings are demolished. Another theory holds that the town simply relocates to another location. The third theory is that the town was never actually there.
Theories aside, the fact remains that dozens of towns around the globe have been swallowed up by the ground. This video looks into the history of those places and investigates their current status.
How does your brain control the functions within your body?
The brain communicates with other organs to ensure their cooperation. Everything that happens within your body is controlled by the brain. It tells your stomach to digest food and your lungs to breathe air; it tells your arms and legs to move.
Your brain is composed of billions and billions nerve cells, connected in groups called neurons. Neurons communicate with each other by sending electrical signals called action potentials on axons. Every neuron has a cell wall around its nucleus. Channels within the membrane allow ions such potassium and sodium to enter and leave the cells. Ion movement is what causes the neurons to fire.
Neurotransmitters, chemical substances that are released when a neuron fires. Neurotransmitters are able to bind to receptors in the second neuron. This opens ion channels that allow ions to flow in and out. The second neuron also fires.
When a presynaptic nerve receives an impulse, neurotransmitter release takes place. The impulse travels along an synapse between the neurons. The transmitter binds to the receptors on the postsynaptic neural cell, which triggers the firing of that neuron.
Communication within the nervous system is possible thanks to neurotransmitters. They are also responsible for coordinating activity between various parts of the brain.
Statistics
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (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)
- 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)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
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Secrets of the united states that became declassified
The United States offers a world of opportunities where everyone can succeed. However, there are many secrets that have been kept secret for years that could alter how we live our lives.
These secrets include:
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The US government has more than 5,000,000 secret documents. They have yet to release them to the general public. These documents contain information about UFO sightings, alien life forms, human cloning, and even assassination attempts against world leaders.
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In 1947, President Harry Truman directed the creation the Central Intelligence Agency. This was an organization that was created to aid President Harry Truman in making decisions during wartime, and to keep America safe from any foreign threats.
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The CIA used to conduct mind control experiments on American citizens without their consent. Project MKUltra is a famous example of this.
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During World War II U.S. forces conducted numerous tests on civilians. Some of these tests included exposing soldiers to mustard gas or biological weapons.
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In 1992, the Pentagon acknowledged that it conducted germ warfare testing on Guantanamo Bay prisoners.
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The CIA secretly constructed prisons around the world where terror suspects are held and sent to countries like Thailand, Poland and Romania.
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The death squads used to murder political dissidents across Latin America were also funded by the CIA.
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The US Air Force continues its chemical warfare testing that is in violation of numerous international treaties.
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Regular violations of rules by the Department of Defense regarding human experimentation with animals are common.
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While arresting protesters in coastal waters, the Coast Guard repeatedly violated federal laws.
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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), conducts illegal searches at airports across the country on ordinary travelers.
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The CIA operates targeted killing programs beyond recognized battlefields using armed drones or "assassination team" methods.
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The Office of Public Affairs oversees the CIA. Still, its employees secretly write alternative media articles that are then distributed among intelligence agencies and defense contractors. OPA writers claim national security forces have withheld the truth about aliens, UFOs, climate change and other sensitive subjects in order to keep the public from knowing.
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The US Air Force has access to files on approximately 7 million Americans and keeps them updated.
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US Army employed undercover agents provocateurs for violent protests and riots.
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The NSA collects credit cards records and phone logs, and shares these information with corporations in order to sell ads.
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Most people won’t know that the FBI has been stockpiling firearms and ammunition since the 1980s. The FBI currently has over 10,000,000 ammo and more than 1.5 billion gun rounds.
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Homeland Security department has created concentration camps where prisoners can be held, tortured, or killed. Members of Congress cannot visit these detention centres.
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The NSA is involved in domestic spying against journalists and activists. Their only crime is to criticize government officials or speak out against abuses.
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The NSA conducts extensive computer surveillance on innocent citizens, many of which are unrelated to terrorism.
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The NSA monitors cell phones and emails of celebrities, foreign leaders, members of Congress, judges, and even President of the United States.
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The NSA tracks private individuals' movements and intercepts financial transactions.
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The NSA spies on global stock markets and exchanges and monitors energy production facilities.
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Without obtaining search warrants the NSA hacks into computer networks, installing keystroke loggers and other software on computers.
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The NSA uses cyber warfare techniques to disable enemies' communications systems.
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The NSA monitors social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter YouTube and Flickr.
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To impersonate hackers, the NSA creates fake online identities and spreads propaganda.
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In order to steal personal data, the NSA invades chat rooms and message board boards.
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The NSA creates false personas to manipulate online discussion groups and forums.
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The NSA uses homeless people as a means to install spyware on mobile devices.