Despite the fact that my snobbish title book club is currently occupied with an egregiously misguided lazy slacker, he has proven to be more than capable of nipping my naysayer in its tracks. Therefore, he is my nominee for the naysayer-of-the-year award. This slacker will make a very happy camper. The slacker mentioned above is not the only one. He is currently being occupied by a bad-tempered slacker, making him a prime candidate to win my good ol’ time slacker award.
FAQ
What is the most mysterious place on earth?
Antarctica is the world's most mysterious place on Earth.
Why do we find this place so intriguing? It is unlike any other place on Earth.
It is difficult to access because it is remote and extremely isolated. It is not what you see.
You will also find some of the oddest wildlife species in this natural wonder.
Let's see how this incredible destination became famous for its mystery.
Antarctica: The South Pole
Antarctica is not known by anyone. Some say it means "land on ice." Others believe it comes out of Greek mythology.
Antarktis is the name Antarktis was given to an island in ancient Greece by Zeus' twin brothers. One of the twins was said to have been born in winter. This is why the word "antarctic" was chosen.
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 coldest, windiest, driest and highest continent. Because it is so cold, there aren't any trees, plants or animals.
Yet, life is abundant in this frozen wilderness.
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 freezes and becomes ice instead of evaporated into the air.
This causes large amounts of ice to float above ground.
These glaciers are responsible for covering 80% of the continent. These glaciers are getting larger each year.
The Antarctic ice has grown 60 feet so far since 1960.
The sea level could rise to 200 feet if the melting continues. That could cause massive flooding around the globe.
Not everyone believes this is bad news. Some scientists believe that global warming can be beneficial. 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.
But others warn that this theory sounds like a plot from a science fiction movie.
What is the most surprising fact about your body?
Two eyes, two ears, 2 nostrils, 4 limbs, 1 nose, 1 penis and one mouth are all there. That's right, we have more than 50 parts of our bodies, but one thing is missing. The heart.
The heart is a pump which circulates blood throughout the body. The blood flows through the veins and arteries to carry oxygen and nutrients to the cells.
Each minute, the heart pumps 5 liters of blood. This is equivalent to an adult consuming 2-3 cups of coffee per day.
The heart is constantly pumping blood, 24 hours a week, 365 day a year. While you sleep, your heart beats almost 100 times per minute.
You can tell whether someone is healthy or unhealthy because of the color of their skin. The capillaries are tiny blood vessels that can be seen on the skin's surface. These small vessels carry blood from the large blood vessel in the skin back towards the heart. When blood flow is blocked, the skin turns blue or purple.
People suffering from sickle cell disease have no red blood cells. Patients with sickle cell disease have their blood become sticky and harden, leading to severe illness.
To stop bleeding from a cut, you can apply a bandage to the wound. The wound must remain open for blood to flow properly. To do this, doctors will insert a needle through your skin into the vein adjacent to the injury. This allows blood drainage from the injury area.
Doctors also insert tubes (catheters) into the artery near the site where the blood clot forms. This helps to keep the patient alive until the blood clot disintegrates naturally.
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 consists of billions of nerve cells connected in groups called neurons. Action potentials on Axons are an electrical signal that neurons send to each other. Every neuron has an outer cell membrane that surrounds its nucleus. There are channels within the membrane that allow ions such a sodium or potassium to enter and exit the cell. Ion movement is what causes the neurons 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 can bind to receptors at the second neuron. They open ions channels, allowing ions to move in and outside of the channel. As a result, the second neuron fires too.
Neurotransmitter release occurs when the presynaptic neuron receives an impulse from another neuron. An impulse travels along a synaptic link between the two neuron. The transmitter binds to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron, triggering the firing of the postsynaptic neuron.
For communication within the nervous systems, neurotransmitters are essential. They also coordinate activity between different brain parts.
What are some dark secrets in Hollywood?
Hollywood is filled with secret societies. There are secret societies that are more cult-like than others. They have members who follow specific rules and rituals. While some are clubs for those with similar interests, others are not.
There are other nefarious entities that have a significant influence on the industry. These include companies such as the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), which sets film ratings, and the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), which sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions, guilds, and associations represent actors, writers, producers, editors, and other creative professionals. Many of the major TV networks and movie studios are owned or controlled 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, embrace them. Because they help us make better choices.
They can tell us which movies and songs are likely to be successful, as well as what books and novels will be most popular.
They help us make decisions about what we will buy, watch, listen to, or read.
We can trust our advisors and ignore advice that isn't in accord with our tastes.
Because we have chosen to ignore their power, they are even more powerful. They become the ultimate arbiters of 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.
You can see why they are so vital.
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)
- You spend about 10% of your time 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)
- "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)
- 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)
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What is the scariest movie you've ever seen?
There are likely to be 10 different answers to the question of which scary movies you watch.
Some people love horror films. Others prefer sci-fi flicks. Then again, there are some who enjoy comedies.
No matter what you like, we all have seen some truly scary movies.
From the classic "Halloween" to the modern "Paranormal Activity," these are ten of the best scary movies ever made.
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"Cabin fever" - "Cabin fever" is one of the most terrifying zombie movies ever made. It depicts a virus causing humans to become zombies.
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"Thir13en Ghosts” - Based on the true tale of Jack the Ripper the "Thirteen Ghosts", features a group teenaged victims of ghost possession.
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"Pulse", a thriller, tells the story about a man held captive in his apartment by a violent crime spree. He must defend his home from the attackers who will only use the items he has.
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"The Descent" - One of the first found footage horror movies, "The Descent" follows a group of strangers venturing underground for an adventure. However, everything goes horribly wrong as soon as they get there.
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"Get Out"- Jordan Peele was famous for creating one the most terrifying horror movies ever created in 2017. "Get Out" shows a young, black photographer visiting his white family for the holidays. Dark secrets are revealed when he arrives at his destination.
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"Paranormal Activity," (2007) - This was the first ever found footage movie. It featured a new twist on ghost stories, starring Katie Featherston.
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"Audition” - Japanese audition means to appear before an audience and be judged. This is exactly what happens when Kiyoko, a high school student, waits to find out if she will be a pop star.
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James Wan, creator of the "Saw," Series, was tired of creating low budget horror films that failed to impress audiences. Jigsaw was his idea.
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"Tales From the Crypt", "Tales From the Crypt", "Tales From the Crypt," - "Tales From the Crypt", becomes more frightening with each passing year. Over the decades, Hollywood has released many sequels featuring the crypt keeper terrorizing various cities in the US.
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"Carrie" (1976)"Carrie" introduced viewers to telekinesis, a powerful supernatural ability. Carrie White can simply think about moving objects.