The kidneys, protected by the lower ribs, lie in shallow depressions against the posterior abdominal wall and behind the parietal peritoneum. This means they are retroperitoneal. What protect the kidneys? A healthy diet that’s low in sodium, processed meats, and other kidney-damaging foods may help reduce the risk of kidneyRead More →

Texas has one of the best remaining fisheries for this unusual freshwater fish. To help ensure that high quality, recreational fisheries remain compatible with long-term conservation of the species, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department imposed a one-per-day bag limit on alligator gar beginning in 2009. How many alligator gars areRead More →

Deforestation in Borneo has taken place on an industrial scale since the 1960s. Borneo, the third largest island in the world, divided between Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei, was once covered by dense tropical and subtropical rainforests. … Much of the forest clearance is illegal. Why is the Borneo forest beingRead More →

​From short-term to whole-life insurance, ATB has life insurance for everyone—we even offer policies that double as tax-preferred investments. Is ATB a private bank? Let’s talk about your banking needs. ATB Private Banking gives you access to enhanced, tailored banking, through preferred accounts, custom borrowing and exclusive services. Who regulatesRead More →

It is already apparent that the pygmy shrew has rapidly declined (and may be locally extinct in areas) in Co. Tipperary where the greater white-toothed shrew has become established. What are 2 protected species in Ireland? Freshwater pearl mussel – critically endangered. Lesser horseshoe bat – near threatened. Otter –Read More →

Protecting electronic devices and components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) is very important in manufacturing processes or environments. ESD control products are needed in order to prevent damage from the electrical charges that accumulate during critical manufacturing processes. How do I add ESD protection? Placement of the ESDRead More →

Black-billed gull conservation. The black-billed gull has the unfortunate status of being the most threatened gull species in the world. Stronghold populations have rapidly declined by as much as 80%, resulting in its threat status being upgraded from Nationally Endangered to Nationally Critical in 2013. Are seagulls endangered in theRead More →

Stock Dove averages smaller than Rock Dove, and on the ground has an overall purplish tinge that can first alert the observer to its identity. … It has two small black mid-wing patches rather than the bold bars of Rock Dove, and a pale yellow bill with a red base,Read More →

Total bilirubin measures the entire concentration of bilirubin in the blood. collection. Centrifuge specimen, remove serum/plasma aliquot into plastic sample cup. Analyze within 2 hours, or protect from light by using foil or an amber tube. What specimen should be protected from light? Certain blood specimens are photosensitive and shouldRead More →

In particular, the cities of Lübeck and Tallinn have a proud tradition of marzipan manufacture. Which country has the best marzipan? Hundreds of years later, Lübeck remains home to four of the world’s biggest marzipan manufacturers, most famous of which is Niederegger. Now under seventh and eighth generation management, NiedereggerRead More →