Abdominal CT: Computed tomography (CT) uses x-rays to produce detailed pictures of the abdomen, liver, gallbladder, bile ducts and intestine to help identify inflammation of the gallbladder or blocked bile flow. Sometimes (but not always) it can also show gallstones. What is the best test to detect gallstones? Abdominal ultrasound.Read More →
One percenter Some outlaw motorcycle clubs can be distinguished by a “1%” patch worn on the colors. This is said to refer to a comment by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) that 99% of motorcyclists were law-abiding citizens, implying the last one percent were outlaws. What does 18 mean forRead More →
Breakdown of countries share of Earth’s surface The largest countries by surface area are Russia (3.35%), Canada (1.96%), and China (1.88%). Together they occupy roughly 7.2% of Earth’s surface. What is most of Russia’s land used for? Russia has the largest land area in the world, but only 10% ofRead More →
But the experience of the Vietnamese in the nail industry is unique, starting with the sheer geographic scope of their industry dominance. There are Vietnamese-owned and -operated nail salons in every state—even Alaska, says Tam Nguyen. How many nail salons are owned by Vietnamese? A quick glance at the WestRead More →
The largest state in India in terms of geographical area is Rajasthan with an area of 342,239 sq.km. Which state in India has highest irrigated land? Punjab leads the country’s States and UT s in terms of land under irrigation, with 98.8 per cent of its crop land under irrigation.Read More →
A buildup of plaque can narrow these arteries, decreasing blood flow to your heart. Eventually, the reduced blood flow may cause chest pain (angina), shortness of breath, or other coronary artery disease signs and symptoms. A complete blockage can cause a heart attack. Can you live a long life withRead More →
Alcohol derived from honey, wheat, barley or corn is haram when used as an intoxicant, in an amount that intoxicates. But, if not used in any such manner, and intended to use for medical purpose, hygiene, perfume etc then it would be permissible. According to some scholars it is alsoRead More →
Today, one quarter of the two billion Christians in the world are Pentecostal or Charismatic. Pentecostalism is the fastest growing religion in the world. While the Pentecostal movement’s growth has been enormous, it has been taking place over several decades and in relative silence. Why is Pentecostalism growing internationally? LikeRead More →
Undernourished people worldwide Worldwide, there were about 687.8 million people suffering from malnutrition in 2019. What countries are suffering from undernourishment? In 2019, the world’s hungriest country remains the Central African Republic, the case for several years.…What are we doing about it? Burundi. Comoros. Democratic Republic of Congo. Eritrea. Libya.Read More →
For the sperm to get through the cervical mucus to fertilize a woman’s egg, they need to have progressive motility of at least 25 micrometers a second. Poor sperm motility or asthenozoospermia is diagnosed when less than 32 percent of the sperm are able to move efficiently. Is 30 percentRead More →