There are many facts about the White House. For example, it's made of gray-colored sandstone from a Virginia quarry. It was rebuilt in 1812 after a fire and is now considered a national historic site. It's believed to be haunted.
It was rebuilt after a fire during the War of 1812
British troops destroyed the White House in a firefight on August 24, 1814. This was in retaliation against an American attack in York which took place in June of 1813. The Capitol Building was also torched by the British army. It left Washington's capital defenseless. The British soldiers took leftover food from their scullery to the mansion, and then ransacked it before setting it ablaze. The fire destroyed most interiors of the house and left only the exterior stone walls.
It has 132 rooms
The White House is an enormous structure that houses 132 rooms as well as 35 bathrooms. The First Family has residential areas and official business spaces. There are eight staircases and three elevators in the residence. There is also a tennis court, and a running track. It is also home to the Situation Room, a room where advisers brief the president during a crisis. The White House is a popular tourist attraction. There are many educational programs and literature for visitors.
It's secured by the Secret Service
The White House is one the most highly guarded buildings in the world. The Secret Service has guards who patrol the perimeter of the building and a SWAT squad that is equipped with automatic weapons. A trained attack dog is also on duty to search for intruders. 1,200 Secret Service agents work round the clock at the executive home. Bulletproof windows and bulletproof doors are available, as well alarms that can detect intruders.
It even has a treehouse
The South Lawn is home to a treehouse that the White House owns. It was built by President Jimmy Carter's daughter Amy, who used to sleep there as a child. It is made with Atlas cedar.
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Five interesting facts about your 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 could be signs of liver problems.
Some common signs include dark urine, yellowing skin, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, jaundice (yellow coloration), and itching. These are not all the warning signs. If you experience any of them, make an appointment with your doctor immediately.
The liver plays a crucial role in our lives. It is essential for detoxification and metabolism as well as reproduction.
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The average adult liver weights about 1,400g.
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The size of a baby's liver at birth is approximately half that of an adult. It is four times larger by the time an infant turns three.
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The liver is located below the ribs on the left-hand side of your abdomen.
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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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Red blood cells make up approximately 10 million of the liver's total.
What is one of the most amazing facts about the human body
There are two eyes, two ears. Two nostrils. Four limbs. A mouth, nose and penis. Yes, more than 50 parts to our bodies. But one thing is missing. A heart.
A heart is a pump, which circulates blood throughout our bodies. The blood travels through the veins and arteries, transporting oxygen and nutrients to cells. It also removes carbon dioxide.
The heart pumps out about 5 liters per minute. This is equivalent in daily coffee consumption to an adult who consumes approximately 2 to 3 cups.
The heart is constantly pumping blood, 24 hours a week, 365 day a year. Your heart beats nearly 100 times a minute while sleeping.
Skin color can be used to determine if someone has a medical condition. Capillaries are tiny blood vessels visible on the skin's surface. These vessels carry blood away to the heart via the large blood vessels. The skin becomes blue-colored or purple when blood flow is restricted.
People with sickle cell disease lack red blood cells. Their blood becomes sticky and hardens, causing them to become very ill.
You can use a bandage to stop bleeding if your cut is severe. Blood must continue to flow to allow the wounds to heal properly. To do this, doctors insert a needle through the skin into the vein next to the injury. This allows blood to drain from the area.
Doctors can also insert catheters into the artery close to the area where the bloodclot has formed. This helps to keep the patient alive until the blood clot disintegrates naturally.
Did you know that there are approximately 1.6 billion metric tons of trash produced every day in the world?
According to the United Nations there are more than 25 billion tons of garbage produced each year.
Many of this trash ends in landfill dumps, or incinerators. But what happens if those dumpsters are full? Where does all that rubbish go?Well, most of it gets shipped out of the country. The rest is dumped abroad, where it pollutes other ecosystems. Now, we know the exact location of all this garbage. His name is Mike Sexton. He is the owner of Waste Watchers. His job involves monitoring the movements and routes of trash trucks across North America. He then gives us a report on what happens next.
Sexton said he enjoys his job. CNN spoke with Sexton that they have a lot fun. "We see these big trucks coming through town, so we'll keep following them. "Sexton started following truck drivers nearly 20 years ago.
He said, "I fell in love with it."
Sexton loved the story about the driver who pulled over at an abandoned gas station close to Los Angeles. "The guy was looking for someplace to put his load," Sexton recalled. "He drove down the road and saw this building. He backed up and entered the building. "There were two large roll-off containers full of stuff. He took out everything and began to fill up the truck. He then looked around and decided to load everything. There were a bunch of old tires, rags, furniture, mattresses, boxes, bottles, cans, and whatever else. "It was just total chaos. But it had been cleaned out before he came along. There was no trash."
This is the reason why it happened. This particular spot used to be a recycling center. People would drive there to recycle their trash. Sexton explained that they would bring household items and take them to the building. Then, after they were done, they would empty the containers.
This can happen hundreds of times a week. It can happen hundreds of time per week. Eventually, the truck is so full of junk it stops running. The owner finally decides to stop using the truck.
But, this isn't the only problem that our planet is facing.
Many of these tiny plastic pieces end up in landfills and incinerators. Some are washed into rivers and oceans. Others end up with fish in their stomachs.
Experts warn that if there is no change, the world could soon be facing a food shortage. Experts warn, "If you keep going like you're going," we could soon face a global food shortage. But most people don't seem to be worried, even though scientists are unanimous in warning us that the world is heading towards disaster.
How does your brain control your body's functions?
To ensure that other organs and muscle functions work together, the brain sends messages. Everything in your body is controlled and managed 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. Neurons communicate with each other by sending electrical signals called action potentials on axons. Each neuron has a cell membrane surrounding its nucleus. The cell membrane houses channels that allow ions, such as potassium and sodium, to enter and exit the cells. The electric charge that causes the neuron's fire is created by ion movement.
When a neuron is activated, neurotransmitters release chemicals into the space between it and the next neuron. Neurotransmitters attach to the receptors of the second neuron and open ions channels for ions to pass in and out. As a result, second neuron fires as well.
Neurotransmitter releases occur when a presynaptic neurons receives an input from another neuron. An impulse travels along a synapse that connects the two neurons. The transmitter binds at the receptors of the post-synaptic Neuron and triggers its firing.
For communication within the nervous systems, neurotransmitters are essential. They also coordinate activity between different brain parts.
Statistics
- 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)
- 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)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
- "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)
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Secret societies and clubs in American history
Many reasons make American History's secret societies and clubs fascinating. The mystery surrounding them is one reason. Another reason is their influence on our society.
Secret societies and clubs have been used throughout America’s history to spread ideas that would otherwise be taboo. These ideas include anti-Semitism and racism. These groups also helped spread political ideologies such as communism and socialism.
The Ku Klux Klan, the most famous American organization, is also the most important. This group was created in 1865 after the Civil War. Its purpose is to protect white people from African Americans.
Other organizations that were created in this period include the Knights Templar (Freemasons), and Odd Fellows. These groups had the same goals and beliefs.
Another interesting aspect about secret societies is their ability to restrict memberships to men only. These groups also had women members. These women included Emma Goldman, Margaret Sanger, and Susan B Anthony.
Not only the above mentioned groups, but also other secret societies didn't share the same ideals. The Order of Skull & Bones for instance was founded in 1832. Their goal was to create an elite group within the United States.