Originally made of cotton or flax, most modern webbing is made of synthetic fibers such as nylon, polypropylene or polyester. Webbing is also made from exceptionally high-strength material, such as Dyneema, and Kevlar. Webbing is both light and strong, with breaking strengths readily available in excess of 10,000 lb (44.4 kN)
Aloe , also Aloë, is a genus containing over 500 species of flowering succulent .The Plant List (2010). Version 1. Published on the Internet; http://www.theplantlist.org/ (accessed July 2013) The most widely known species is Aloe vera, or "true aloe", so called because, though probably extinct in the wild, it is cultivated as the standard source of so-called "aloe vera" for assorted pharmaceutical purposes. Other species, such as Aloe ferox, also are cultivated or harvested from the wild for similar ap..
Toxicodendron is a genus of in the sumac family, Anacardiaceae. It contains woody , and , including poison ivy, poison oak, and the lacquer tree. All members of the genus produce the skin-irritating oil urushiol, which can cause a severe allergic reaction. The generic name is derived from the Greek words ( toxikos), meaning "poison," and ( dendron), meaning "tree". ξ1 The best known members of the genus in North America are poison ivy (T. radicans), practically ubiquitous throughout most of eastern..
Igneous rock (derived from the Latin word ignis meaning fire) is one of the three main rock types, the others being sedimentary and metamorphic rock. Igneous rock is formed through the cooling and solidification of magma or lava. Igneous rock may form with or without crystallization, either below the surface as intrusive (plutonic) rocks or on the surface as extrusive (volcanic) rocks. This magma can be derived from partial melts of pre-existing rocks in either a planet's mantle or crust. Typically, the me..
Meat is animal flesh that is eaten as food. ξ1 Humans are omnivorous, ξ2ξ3 and have hunted and killed animals for meat since prehistoric times. The advent of civilization allowed the domestication of animals such as chickens, sheep, pigs and cattle, and eventually their use in meat production on an industrial scale.
The Rajya Sabha or Council of States is the upper house of the Parliament of India. Membership of Rajya Sabha is limited by the Constitution to a maximum of 250 members, and current laws have provision for 245 members. Most of the members of the House are indirectly elected by state and territorial legislatures using single transferable votes, while the President can appoint 12 members for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services. Members sit for staggered six-year terms, with ..
Carbapenem-resistant enterobacteriaceae ( CRE) or Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE), are gram-negative bacteria that are nearly resistant to the carbapenem class of antibiotics, considered the "drug of last resort" for such infections. Enterobacteriaceae are common commensals and infectious agents. Experts fear CRE as the new "superbug". The bacteria can kill up to half of patients who get bloodstream infections. Tom Frieden, head of the Centers for Disease Control has referred to CRE as "n..
Frank Vincent ZappaUntil discovering his birth certificate as an adult, Zappa believed he had been christened "Francis", and he is credited as Francis on some of his early albums. His legal name was always "Frank", however, never "Francis". Cf. Zappa with Occhiogrosso, 1989, The Real Frank Zappa Book, p. 15. (December 21, 1940 – December 4, 1993) was an American musician, bandleader, songwriter, composer, recording engineer, record producer, and film director. In a career spanning more than 30 ..
The Sakha (Yakutia) Republic (p=rʲɪsˈpublʲɪkə sɐˈxa jɪˈkutʲɪjə; Саха Өрөспүүбүлүкэтэ, Sakha Öröspǖbülükete) is a federal subject of Russia (a republic). It has a population of 958,528 (2010 Census), consisting mainly of ethnic Yakuts and Russians.
Season 1 Set in rural Louisiana, HBO’s new award-winning series True Blood follows the world of vampires, who have just recently “come out of the coffin.” For the first time in history, a Japanese-manufactured synthetic blood allows va..
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With the newest addition to her Splenda library, Marlene Koch, has created the ultimate healthy low sugar cookbook. Featuring 125 brand new recipes along with all of her critically acclaimed recipes from Unbelievable Desserts w..
The spirit of Christmas becomes a musical celebration of life in this rousing adaptation of Charles Dickens' beloved family classic, A Christmas Carol.Mean-spirited and stingy, Ebeneezer Scrooge (ALBERT FINNEY) has a sour face and humbug for anyone who c..
A photographer and history enthusiast tours the archaeological site of the ancient Minoan civilization - Knossos - on Crete. This is primarily a book of color digital photographs, but provides brief prose for the current and historical palace-city of Knoss..
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The world’s hottest tattoo studio opens it’s doors for a stunning second series. But with all the ink comes personal trials and tribulations all set against the glorious backdrop of a forever sunny Los Angeles.Kat Von D is back from “tou..
In it the truth of God in Christ is displayed in both childlike simplicity and penetrating depth.John the disciple of Jesus had known the Word of God incarnate. John the pastor and evangelist had contemplated the meaning of that unique person and event. Th..
Makers such as Dunhill, Ronson, Evans, Scripto, and Zippo are included as well as lesser-known companies. Over 800 lighters are illustrated with current values.
This new edition of Mind Models reintroduces and renews a classic work on 20th century composition, one that has remained relevant for over a quarter century -- and should remain a central reading for decades to come.
The universal mounts fit nearly any crossbar right out of the box. It comes with everything needed to haul a boat, including straps and bow/stern tie-downs. Factory Information: EvenKeel Features: Product # 8004052, Kayak Carrier, Innovative HullFlex&trade..
Featuring a crisp, QVGA screen and running the latest Windows core operating system, the WDT3200 portable data terminal can handle today's inventory applications and is ready for future programming needs.
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Black SwanStarring Academy Award® Winner Natalie Portman and directed by Darren Aronofsky (The Wrestler) this provocative psychological thriller exhilarated audiences and critics on its way to becoming the must-see film of the year. Portman gives ..
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Lost - The complete first season Number of discs: 7
2005 7 disc... Format: DVD Studio: Buena Vista Home Entertainment
Matthew Fox (Actor), Evangeline Lilly (Actor) Rated: NR (Not Rated)
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Lost - The complete first season Number of discs: 7
2005 7 disc... Format: DVD Studio: Buena Vista Home Entertainment
Matthew Fox (Actor), Evangeline Lilly (Actor) Rated: NR (Not Rated)
Product Details Actors: Matthew Fox, Evangeline Lilly, Ter..
“Inherent Vice ” an adaptation of Thomas Pynchon’s seventh and funniest novel is the seventh film written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson—and the very first film adaptation ever of Pynchon’s legendari..
New Pilots New Evas New Angels The landmark anime Evangelion evolves reaching new heights of intensity in the new feature film: Evangelion 2.22. In this explosive new story brutal action and primal emotion clash as a group of young pilots maneuver thei..
A unique chance to experience the irrepressible energy and charm of Lee Evans Live From The West End.Straight from starring opposite Jerry Lewis is the acclaimed feature film Funny Bones and following his own hit T.V. show - The World Of Lee Evans - the br..
Before there was Batman, there was GOTHAM. With a reputation synonymous with law and order, Commissioner James Gordon is one of the crime world's greatest foes. Everyone knows the name. But what is known of Gordon's rise from rookie detective to Police Co..
A benchmark series in the history of anime, Hideaki Anno's Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most widely discussed in anime. It's not the first series to combine mecha (futuristic machines, especially robots) with theology and a character-driven story,..
Aloe , also Aloë, is a genus containing over 500 species of flowering succulent .The Plant List (2010). Version 1. Published on the Internet; http://www.theplantlist.org/ (accessed July 2013) The most widely known species is Aloe vera, or "true aloe",
The Sakha (Yakutia) Republic (p=rʲɪsˈpublʲɪkə sɐˈxa jɪˈkutʲɪjə; Саха Өрөспүүбүлүкэтэ, Sakha Öröspǖbülükete) is a federal subject of Russia (a republic). It has a population of 958,528 (2010 Census), consisting mainly