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Which Companies Issue $100 Silver Certificates?
Silver, along with gold and platinum, has long been considered a precious metal.silver cup image by Hao Wang from Fotolia.comSilver certificates entitle a purchaser to a specific amount of actual silver, according to Silver Monthly. Although they contain no technical monetary value, the...
Reptiles That Live in the African Grassland
The grasslands and savannas of Africa are famous for their concentrations of large grazing animals and the big carnivores that prey on them. But the more striking residents are cold-blooded and less conspicuous. Grassland reptiles from tortoises to monitor lizards are well-adapted to the biome's sea
What Is Phycology?
The field of phycology is an extremely important field in the sustainability of algae, the primary oxygen-producing organisms on earth. Research in the field of phycology led to significant environment-related breakthroughs, such as bioluminescence and kelp forests.
Global Warming Affecting Plant Life
While some people deny that the climate is warming, the evidence is all around us. From melting ice caps to intense tropical storms, the planet has already begun to show the effects of global warming. However, there are also more subtle signs of global warming. In many areas, plant life has started
How to Make Handcrafted Ribbon Belts
Ribbon belts allow the wearer to perfectly match or complement an outfit. With all of the colors and textures available in ribbon, and the speed with which this project can be completed, you can make ribbon belts to go with every pair of slacks you own in just one afternoon. Ribbon belts can also be
About Particle Physics Related to CERN
CERN is a particle physics laboratory situated on the French-Swiss border near Geneva. The name comes from the French Conseil Europeen pour la Recherche Nucleaire, and its English name is the European Organization for Nuclear Research. It houses the Large Hadron Collider, a particle accelerator that
How to Install a Blade on an Ace 27198 Band Saw
A benchtop band saw such as the 10-inch Ace 27198 can be one of the workhorse tools in any shop. Band saws let woodworkers cut smooth curves in both hard and soft woods as well as resaw boards and other stock to custom thicknesses. Although the saw is versatile, the blades are less so: different tas
How to Protect Australian Landforms
Australia is the sixth largest continent in the world and one of the most arid countries on the planet. Positioned between the Pacific and Indian oceans, it's an island country rich in geological diversity. The Australian government is creating an extensive network of protected land reserves compris
Description of Dispersion Forces
Dispersion forces are part of the van der Waals forces of attraction or repulsion between molecules. Also known as London dispersion forces, they occur during the temporary changes in electron cloud density around atoms and molecules, whether polar or nonpolar. The London dispersion force was named
Christmas Things to Make With Popsicle Sticks
A box of Popsicle sticks, or craft sticks, is extremely useful for arts and crafts lovers. These wooden sticks can be glued together and decorated in numerous ways to produce artistic creations for any occasion. Christmas projects might include sparkling and playful versions of Christmas trees, Rudo
Recording a Synth Piano
Recording a synth piano requires you to attach a MIDI cable to your keyboard and your soundcard, which is directed to your computer. Once the connection has been made, you only need to open your audio editing application of choice and press "Record." There are free and commercial audio edi
How to Use a Hossfeld Bender
The Hossfeld metal bender bends tubular material, flat iron, angle iron, and roll stock. Many shapes and configurations can be formed with the use of a variety of dies. The bender can be operated manually or with a hydraulic system. The set-up times for different jobs and applications vary, but with
How to Build a Cash Cube
Cash cubes are great for carnival games and other fund-raising events. Players can purchase tickets or admission to the cash cube and attempt to grab the paper vouchers or money that is continually blown around the booth. These cubes can be expensive to purchase, and party shop rentals may run into
Information on Retired Plush Boyds Bears
Boyds Bears teddy bears have been sold since 1984 and are one of the most sought collectibles in the teddy bear market. In collectors' terms, "retired" means a line of products that is no longer sold in stores, making it more valuable to collectors.
How to Make a Miniature Flag Pole
Making miniature flag balls can be accomplished with common craft items or with the aid of a computer and printer. Scale replicas of flags add an increased sense of realism to a diorama or miniature scene display. Model railroad and dollhouse scale sizes range from size "Z" at 1:220 of authentic siz
How Do Most Cell Functions Involve Chemical Reactions?
NucleusThe nucleus, being the nerve center of the cell, is the site of many intricate and essential chemical reactions. At the core of these are reactions involving DNA, the cell's genetic material. So-called messenger RNA---a complex organic compound similar to DNA---reads and copies the...
How to Do the Changeover of an Acoustic Guitar to Electric
If you play acoustic guitar, there may be times when you like to break out and deliver a driving rock lead. It would sound great if it was on an electric guitar but sounds a little puny on your old acoustic. With some basic DIY skills however, you can convert your guitar to electric. Once complete,
How Do I Play Bakugan Battle Dimension?
Bakugan Battle Dimensions is a card game based on the children's television show. In the game you use a combination of toys, called "Bakugan," and cards to defeat your opponent. The toys are activated when they roll over special cards called "gate cards." Most games take place one-on-one with anothe
Lighted Craft Ideas
Lighted crafts can add a special ambiance to a decorated space or an intriguing holiday glow. Create lighted crafts for any room in your home and for outdoor living spaces, as well. Most of these crafts can be made quickly using very little money. A great source of lighting supplies for crafts is cl
How to Remove Sticky Pop Bottle Labels
Removing sticky soda bottle labels will leave the bottle smooth and residue free. Various methods exist for removing these labels such as using hot water, applying cooking oil or using a hair dryer. Regardless of the method used, removing a soda bottle label does not require a lot of effort. Removin