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Amrit Gotame

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Do you know why pearls are so expensive?
Do you know why pearls are so expensive?

Pearls have been a symbol of elegance and class for centuries. Pearls were worn by Maharajas of India and European queens as a symbol of their status. Celebrities walked the red carpet dripping in pearls at the Met Gala in 2018, which was inspired by the Catholic Church. Marie Antoinette’s pendant was the most valuable pearl […]

Why did we get hiccups?
Why did we get hiccups?

Hiccups are involuntary contractions of the diaphragm, the muscle that connects your chest and abdomen and controls your breathing. Each contraction is followed by an abrupt closing of your vocal cords, resulting in the “hic” sound. A heavy meal, alcoholic or carbonated beverages, or abrupt excitement might cause hiccups. Why did we get hiccups? Hiccups can […]

Why does hair turn gray?
Why does hair turn gray?

Keratin, a colorless protein, is the main component of our hair. As a result, our hair is virtually white before it emerges from the skin. How is this even possible? Hair follicles are where our hair grows. Melanocytes, which create melanin, are found in hair follicles. Melanin is introduced into the keratin cells when our […]

Sinkholes; how do sinkholes form?
Sinkholes; how do sinkholes form?

Imagine the ground beneath your feet or your house suddenly collapsing and forming a large hole in the ground. It’s a terrifying thought. Sinkholes are uncommon, but when they do develop, they can be fatal. Sinkholes form when the ground underneath the land surface is unable to support it. Sinkholes can occur for a variety […]

Why do birds crash into glass windows?
Why do birds crash into glass windows?

Daytime and nighttime crashes are the two most common types of window collisions. Birds smash into windows in the daylight because they perceive greenery reflected in the glass or look through the glass to potted plants or vegetation on the other side. Nocturnal migrants (which include most songbirds) smash into illuminated windows at night. Lights, […]