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What is Ultimate Frisbee? | Ultimate Frisbee is a popular sport around the world. It is played both recreationally and at a semi-professional level. It is played with two teams of 7 players who square off against each other on a field that is about the size of an American football field (120x40 yards). Much like American football, the objective is to catch the Frisbee, or disc, in the end zone in order to score points. The run of play, however, is continuous like soccer. Players cannot run while holding the disc, requiring teams to progress down the field by throwing the disc to each other. Each player must release the disc within 10 seconds of acquiring it. Under normal circumstances, the first team to score 15 points wins. | general_qa | 12,218 |
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What is the Pareto principle? | The Pareto principle states that for many outcomes, roughly 80% of consequences come from 20% of causes (the "vital few"). Other names for this principle are the 80/20 rule, the law of the vital few, or the principle of factor sparsity. | The Pareto principle also known as the 80/20 rule or the law of the vital few, states that roughly 80% of consequences come from 20% of causes. For example 80% of revenue comes from 20% of customers (the vital few). | closed_qa | 12,220 |
What is the tallest building in Seattle? | Columbia Tower | open_qa | 12,226 |
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Who was Charles Guillaume Loys de Bochat | Charles Guillaume Loys de Bochat (born 11 December 1695 in Lausanne, died 4 April 1754, also in Lausanne) was an 18th-century Swiss jurist and antiquarian (Lausanne at the time was a subject territory controlled by Berne).
He studied theology in Basle, which he interrupted for health reasons, and later changed his subject to law, in which he graduated in 1717. He became professor of law in Lausanne in 1718, but he was granted leave to travel for three years, which he spent in Halle, in Leyden and in France.
From 1721, he taught law at the Lausanne Academy, where he acted as rector from 1727 to 1730. In 1738, he proposed to transform the academy into a full university, without success.
Loys de Bochat is best known for his major work, Mémoires critiques pour servir d'Eclaircissemens sur divers points de l'Histoire ancienne de la Suisse, which appeared in three volumes in 1747-1749. This work is dedicated to examining the early history of Switzerland, especially the Gaulish Helvetii, and their legacy in Swiss toponymy. | open_qa | 12,227 |
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What are the northern lights? | The northern lights are a common term referring to the aurora borealis. The aurora borealis is a natural phenomenon seen in the northern hemisphere near the arctic circle. Auroras are caused by disturbances in the magnetosphere caused by solar winds which result in emissions of light of varying colours and complexities. | open_qa | 12,228 |
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If you had pogonophobia what would you be afraid of | Beards | open_qa | 12,229 |
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Given a reference text about the Annapurna Post, tell me when it launched its online news portal and when it became successful. | Annapurna Post (Nepali: अन्नपुर्ण पोस्ट) is a daily broadsheet newspaper published in Nepal. It started printing in 2002 and launched its online news portal in 2013 by Annapurna Media Network, which also owns The Annapurna Express, AP1 TV and Radio Annapurna Nepal. By the 4 April 2014, its online news portal was listed among 10 most visited news portal in Nepal. It also launched its own mobile news app by 2018.
In the annual newspaper classification report 2073/2074 BS by Press Council Nepal, this newspaper was categorized in the A category, the second highest possible rank below A+. | Annapurna Post launched its online news portal in 2013. By April 2014, it became among the 10 most visited news portals in Nepal. | closed_qa | 12,232 |
Given this paragraph about Kobe beef, tell me what type of cattle it is from | Kobe beef (神戸ビーフ, Kōbe bīfu) is Wagyu beef from the Tajima strain of Japanese Black cattle, raised in Japan's Hyōgo Prefecture according to rules set out by the Kobe Beef Marketing and Distribution Promotion Association. The meat is a delicacy, valued for its flavor, tenderness, and fatty, well-marbled texture. Kobe beef can be prepared as steak, sukiyaki, shabu-shabu, sashimi, and teppanyaki. Kobe beef is generally considered one of the three top brands[clarification needed] (known as Sandai Wagyu, "the three big beefs"), along with Matsusaka beef and Ōmi beef or Yonezawa beef. | Kobe beef is from Japanese Black cattle. | closed_qa | 12,233 |
When do you think humans can set feet on Mars | NASA has set a goal of landing humans on Mars by the mid 2030 but it's also affected by many factors such as technology readiness, funding and political willingness. To travel to Mars takes about 6 months and we need much more powerful rocket and also enough supplies to support human travelers on the way. Even for a short period of staying on Mars, we need substantial life support on Mars which is extremely hostile to life at this moment. The biggest challenge might be how to return the human safely to the Earth. Overall landing humans on Mars is a audacious effort and would be a major milestone for humans exploring the space and eventually go beyond the Solar system. | general_qa | 12,234 |
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Who is the Avatar? And what was he trying to accomplish? | Avatar: The Last Airbender (abbreviated as ATLA), also known as Avatar: The Legend of Aang in some regions or simply Avatar, is an American animated fantasy action television series created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko and produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio.
Avatar is set in an Asiatic-inspired world in which some people can telekinetically manipulate one of the four elements—water, earth, fire or air—through practices known as "bending", inspired by Chinese martial arts. The only individual who can bend all four elements, the "Avatar", is responsible for maintaining harmony among the world's four nations, and serves as the link between the physical world and the spirit world. The series is centered around the journey of twelve-year-old Aang, the current Avatar and last survivor of his nation, the Air Nomads, along with his friends Katara, Sokka, and Toph, as they strive to end the Fire Nation's war against the other nations and defeat Fire Lord Ozai before he conquers the world. It also follows the story of Zuko—the exiled prince of the Fire Nation, seeking to restore his lost honor by capturing Aang, accompanied by his uncle Iroh—and later, his sister Azula. Avatar is presented in a style that combines anime with American cartoons and relies on the imagery of primarily Chinese culture, with some other East Asian, Southeast Asian, South Asian, New World, Siberian, and Arctic influences. | In the show Avatar: The Last Airbender, Aang was the current Avatar and the last survivor of his nation, the Air Nomads. He and his friends Katara, Sokka, and Toph, strived to end the Fire Nation's war against the other nations and defeat Fire Lord Ozai before he conquered the world. | closed_qa | 12,238 |
What are some things to consider when going to a theme park? | It is important to thing about what the weather may be like before going to a theme park. If it is raining you might want to plan by wearing a rain jacket and also consider some of the roller coaster rides may not be operational during this kind of weather. You also need to consider things like sun screen and hydration if the weather is going to be hot and sunny. Bug spray for mosquitos is also another important item if the weather is humid. Prepare a list of questions or things to bring before you travel to a theme park and you will be better prepared when you get there. | open_qa | 12,242 |
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What makes the banded bullfrog special | The banded bullfrog (Kaloula pulchra) is a species of frog in the narrow-mouthed frog family Microhylidae. Native to Southeast Asia, it is also known as the Asian painted frog, digging frog, Malaysian bullfrog, common Asian frog, and painted balloon frog. In the pet trade, it is sometimes called the chubby frog. Adults measure 5.4 to 7.5 cm (2.1 to 3.0 in) and have a dark brown back with stripes that vary from copper-brown to salmon pink.
The banded bullfrog lives at low altitudes and is found in both urban and rural settings, as well as in forest habitats. They bury themselves underground during dry periods and emerge after heavy rainfall to emit calls and breed. They feed primarily on ants and termites; predators of adults and tadpoles include snakes, dragonfly larvae, and snails. When threatened, they inflate their lungs and secrete a noxious white substance. The species is prevalent in the pet trade and is a potential invasive species being introduced in Taiwan, the Philippines, Guam, Singapore, Borneo, and Sulawesi. | open_qa | 12,247 |
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Why do people like skiing or snowboarding down a mountain? | People like to ski or snowboard down a mountain because it gives them a sense of adventure and a thrill to be out in nature, enjoying what winter has provided for them. The art of sliding controllably down a mountain gives people a slight adrenaline rush that can be addicting. Immersed safely in nature where there are trees, beautiful mountains, and lakes to see gives a sharp peaceful contrast to extreme adventure and risk-taking that ski and snowboarding invokes. | general_qa | 12,248 |
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Where can I ride roller coasters in the united states? | Here are some of the places you can ride roller coasters in the united states: Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania; Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida; Disneyland in Anaheim, California; Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio; Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Virginia; Silver Dollar City, Branson, Missouri; Magic Mountain in Valencia, CA; Kings Island in Mason, Ohio; Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; Knoebels in Elysburg, Pennsylvania; Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania; Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California; Sea World in Orlado, Florida; Kennywood in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania; Holiday World in Santa Claus, Indiana; or Carowinds in Charlotte, North Carolina. | open_qa | 12,250 |
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Given a reference text about the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, when was OPEC founded and how do economists describe OPEC's power over oil markets? | The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC, /ˈoʊpɛk/ OH-pek) is an organization enabling the co-operation of leading oil-producing countries, in order to collectively influence the global market and maximise profit. Founded on 14 September 1960 in Baghdad by the first five members (Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela), it has, since 1965, been headquartered in Vienna, Austria, although Austria is not an OPEC member state. As of September 2018, the 13 member countries accounted for an estimated 44 percent of global oil production and 81.5 percent of the world's proven oil reserves, giving OPEC a major influence on global oil prices that were previously determined by the so-called "Seven Sisters" grouping of multinational oil companies.
The formation of OPEC marked a turning point toward national sovereignty over natural resources, and OPEC decisions have come to play a prominent role in the global oil market and international relations. The effect can be particularly strong when wars or civil disorders lead to extended interruptions in supply. In the 1970s, restrictions in oil production led to a dramatic rise in oil prices and in the revenue and wealth of OPEC, with long-lasting and far-reaching consequences for the global economy. In the 1980s, OPEC began setting production targets for its member nations; generally, when the targets are reduced, oil prices increase. This has occurred most recently from the organization's 2008 and 2016 decisions to trim oversupply.
Economists have characterized OPEC as a textbook example of a cartel that cooperates to reduce market competition, but one whose consultations are protected by the doctrine of state immunity under international law. In the 1960s and 1970s, OPEC successfully restructured the global oil production system so that decision-making authority and the vast majority of profits is in the hands of oil-producing countries. Since the 1980s, OPEC has had a limited impact on world oil supply and price stability, as there is frequent cheating by members on their commitments to one another, and as member commitments reflect what they would do even in the absence of OPEC.
Current OPEC members are Algeria, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, the Republic of the Congo, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Venezuela. Meanwhile, Ecuador, Indonesia and Qatar are former OPEC members. A larger group called OPEC+ was formed in late 2016 to have more control on the global crude oil market. | The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was founded on September 14, 1960. Economists describe OPEC as a cartel that limits free market competition by setting production quotas for its members. The impact of OPEC's supply quotas are most acute during times of war or civil disorder when crude oil supplies are already restricted. Cheating by member nations dilutes the power of OPEC over oil supply and prices. | closed_qa | 12,253 |
Where was Ostad Elahi born and who was his father | Elahi was born in Jeyhunabad, a small Kurdish village near the eponymous capital of Kermanshah Province. His father, Hajj Nematollah (1871–1920), was a mystic and poet who was a leader of the Ahl-e Haqq and revered as a saint. From early childhood, he led an ascetic, secluded life of rigorous discipline under his father's supervision with a special focus on mysticism, music, and ethics. In addition to religious and moral instruction, he received the classical education of the time. During study and contemplation in his youth, he established the basis of his philosophical and spiritual reflections. | He was born in Jeyhunabad, a small Kurdish village and his father was Hajj Nematollah, a mystic and poet and a leader of Ahl-e Haqq | closed_qa | 12,254 |
Why Spark is faster than MapReduce? | The main difference between Spark and MapReduce is that Spark processes and retains data in memory for subsequent steps, whereas MapReduce processes data on disk. | open_qa | 12,255 |
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What is one of your favorite hobbies? | I'm a big sports fan, and as a native of Northern California, I really enjoy watching the San Francisco 49ers and Sacramento Kings in particular. I've always been a fan of the NFL and NBA, and watch nearly every game of my favorite teams. | general_qa | 12,259 |
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Does taking long walks do anything good for my health? | Exercise is very important in your daily lifestyle for overall health and well-being. A 15 minute brisk walk each day can do so many good things for your including keeping your heart healthy and lowering blood pressure. It will help keep your weight in balance, and also give your more energy throughout the day. A brisk walk in the morning is a great way to wake up without the need for caffeine to get going. It can also help you lose weight and may help to prevent stroke and type 2 diabetes. | open_qa | 12,260 |
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Based on this paragraph about the potential Kontinental Hockey League expansion, how many divisions and how many conferences would the proposed league have? | The proposed league would have consisted of two conferences split into four divisions. The current KHL would have made up one of the conferences. The other conference would have been composed of a Scandinavian division and a Central European division. The winners of the two conferences would have played each other for the overall championship. | The league would have two conferences and four divisions. | closed_qa | 12,264 |
Did Paul Ernest Adolph ever served the military? | Paul Ernest Adolph (August 4, 1901 – 17 June 1972) was an American medical missionary born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Paul served the China Inland Mission, now OMF International, from 1929 to 1941 then served in the US Army Medical Corps as a Major from 1941 to 1945. Paul returned to China to serve one last time from 1946 to 1949. After returning to the United States in 1949, he worked preparing missionaries for overseas work and restoring their health after contracting diseases. Once retired, Paul served at his sons' hospitals in central Ethiopia and Bangladesh. Paul opened two hospitals in Luan, Shansi and in Kaifeng, Henan and played a key role in the negotiations with Japanese military that kept hospitals open to Chinese populations during the Sino-Japanese war. | Yes, Paul Ernest Adolph served in the US Army Medical Corps as a Major from 1941 to 1945. | closed_qa | 12,266 |
Why is the rover called Perseverance? | A seventh-grade student, Alexander Mather, won a nationwide essay contest to name the rover. Perseverance is the latest in a long line of Red Planet rovers to be named by school-age children, from Sojourner in 1997 to the Spirit and Opportunity rovers, which landed on Mars in 2004, to Curiosity, which has been exploring Mars since 2012. | general_qa | 12,268 |
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Given a reference text about a former President of India, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, tell me when he was born, where he was raised and the subjects he specialised in studies. Why was Abdul Kalam known as the Missile Man of India? | Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam BR (/ˈɑːbdəl kəˈlɑːm/ (listen); 15 October 1931 – 27 July 2015) was an Indian aerospace scientist and statesman who served as the 11th president of India from 2002 to 2007. He was born and raised in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu and studied physics and aerospace engineering. He spent the next four decades as a scientist and science administrator, mainly at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and was intimately involved in India's civilian space programme and military missile development efforts. He thus came to be known as the Missile Man of India for his work on the development of ballistic missile and launch vehicle technology. He also played a pivotal organisational, technical, and political role in India's Pokhran-II nuclear tests in 1998, the first since the original nuclear test by India in 1974.
Kalam was elected as the 11th president of India in 2002 with the support of both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the then-opposition Indian National Congress. Widely referred to as the "People's President", he returned to his civilian life of education, writing and public service after a single term. He was a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour. | Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam BR, referred to as APJ Abdul Kalam in short, was born on 15th October 1931. He was born and raised in Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, South India. APJ Abdul Kalam specialised in Physics and Aerospace Engineering as part of his studies.
He had a career of around 4 decades as a scientist as well as an administrator with the organisations such as Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). In these roles, APJ Abdul Kalam played a key role in India's civilian space program and military missile development activities. He also played a vital role in the development of ballistic missile and launch vehicle technology. As a result of his above mentioned contributions, Abdul Kalam was known as the Missile Man of India. | closed_qa | 12,270 |
List five titles by Gertrude Chandler Warner | Surprise Island, Blue Bay Mystery, Mystery Ranch, Benny Uncovers a Mystery, The Boxcar Children | open_qa | 12,271 |
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what is the national language for India? | There is no national language for India. However, the constitution of India specifically mentions that the official language of the Union shall be Hindi in Devanagari script. | open_qa | 12,275 |
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Based on this questio about Kingdom Hearts, what company published it? | Kingdom Hearts is a fantasy action role-playing game franchise created by Japanese game designers Tetsuya Nomura and Shinji Hashimoto, being developed and published by Square Enix (originally by Square). It is a collaboration between Square Enix and The Walt Disney Company and is under the leadership of Nomura, a longtime Square Enix employee. | Square Enix | closed_qa | 12,279 |
How do I make great Neapolitan pizza dough at home? | To make great Neapolitan pizza you need 4 ingredients. Water, yeast, flour and salt. For best results you should use typo "00" flour. When using such finely grained flour go for a 65% hydration dough, 3% salt, and 0.5% dry yeast. This means for every 1000 parts flour, put 650 parts water.
Great pizza dough takes time to ferment. There are few ways to do it but the easiest one for the home is to pre-ferment a small portion of equal amounts of water and flour.
For example, start with separating out the total ingredients: 1000g flour, 650g water, 30g salt, 5g dry yeast. This will result in 1680g of dough enough for ~8 medium pizzas. Mix 200g of water, flour and the yeast and let it sit on counter for an hour. Then move to the refrigerator for slow fermentation for ~24h. Take this out and add the remaining ingredients. Kneed until smooth, and let it rest on the counter for 1h. Cover with olive oil to avoid drying out. Cut balls and place in a tray. Lightly cover with olive oil again and cling film. After 1-2h the balls double in size and will be ready for some amazing pizza. | general_qa | 12,280 |
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When and where was John Barrett born? | John Henry Barrett MBE (21 July 1913 – 9 February 1999) was a pioneering conservationist, author and broadcaster, who was the first Warden at Dale Fort Field Centre in Pembrokeshire.
Barrett was born in King's Lynn, Norfolk. He read Economics and Geography at Cambridge University. | He was born in 1913 in King's Lynn, Norfolk. | closed_qa | 12,282 |
How do you get dressed in the morning? | Typically, you would put your underwear on first. Then most people would put their socks on, followed by a T-shirt or undershirt, and then any type of dress shirt. After that you would put your pants on, and if you were a belt you would put a belt on, then you would put your shoes on, and then typically people would do their hair. After that, you were ready to take on the day! | general_qa | 12,283 |
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What was the US civil war about? | The US civil war had a complex start but the main aim was the preservation of slavery for the confederacy and the elimination of slavery for the union. Slavery was the principal political issue between the parties.
There was also an aspect of the confederacy wanting to secede from the Union to preserve slavery. The union did not want the slave stares to secede. After war broke out, it is interesting to note, no foreign government recognized the confederate government.
By the mid 1800s, the US had two distinct regions: free states with fast growing economies based on family farming, manufacturing, mining, business and transporting goods. The slave states were based on a plantation system and the only fast growth was in texas. These states were largely rural with few large cities and little industry except in close proximity to free states. | open_qa | 12,285 |
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What is the best way to teach your kids how to read? | The best way to teach your kids how to read is to put them in school. You will also want to spend 20 minutes a day reading with them in the morning or 30 minutes before bed to augment and solidify what they learn at school. Teach your kids how to spell, sentence punctuation, sentence intonation, and how to sound out words they do not know. After reading ask questions about what was read to make sure your child understood what was read. Ask them inference type questions, and questions directly related to what happened in the story. | open_qa | 12,287 |
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I'm a 12-year-old girl and I want to have my own cellphone because everyone else in my class have one. I just want to be part of the group and join their conversations. My mother did not refuse my request, but she asked me how to solve her concerns about the potential harm to me. What should I do to convince her to give me a cellphone? Here are here concerns:
1. Using cellphone too much would harm your eye sight. Especially for teenagers, whose eyes are still growing, it's very easy to have near-sight pretty quickly.
2. Using cellphone too much would take too much of your time, and you would spend less time reading books, doing exercises, playing outside, talking to people, which harms your overall development. Adults like me already ready lots of books, did lots of exercises, and talked to a lot of people when I was a teenager, so I already developed those skills.
3. Using cellphone too much would make you feel hard to focus on one thing. The scattered information would stimulate your attention, and make you feel excited at superficial contents, and don't think deeply.
4. You might accidentally lost your cellphone, and you will feel sad about it. Teenagers usually are more likely to lost things than adults in general. | Hi mom, I think I can handle the problems you mentioned properly. I will control myself and won't use the cellphone too much, and I promise to not losing the cellphone. Please give a cellphone, thank you mom! | general_qa | 12,289 |
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How to remove grease on clothes after a bike trip? | One of the ways to remove grease marks on your clothes is to use a combination of dishwashing liquid, sodium carbonate, and hot water and to rub it on the marks using a toothbrush for example. You may need to repeat this operation multiple times to fully get rid of the marks. | general_qa | 12,293 |
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Why do people like Electronic Dance Music? | Electronic Dance Music also known as EDM has been a popular genre of music the past two decades and especially starting the 2000's. This genre of music has been particularly popular among people of younger ages, especially between ages of 15 and 35. The fast beats and dramatic drops make this genre of music great for workouts, outdoor concerts and create a feeling of euphoria among many listeners. | general_qa | 12,294 |
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What are the words of House Wendwater? | "For All Seasons" | open_qa | 12,297 |
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Are leafcutters solitary or social insects? | Solitary bees, such as leafcutters, do not form colonies. Unlike social insects (ants, yellow jackets, honeybees), leafcutters work alone building isolated nests. Similar to honeybees, female bees perform nearly all essential tasks of brood rearing. These native insects perform essential tasks, pollinating wild plants. The alfalfa leaf cutter bee (Megachile rotundata), native to Europe, has been semi-domesticated for crop pollination. In North America, the species was deliberately imported to assist in the pollination of food crops, but has now become feral and widespread. | solitary | closed_qa | 12,298 |
Why are visualisations useful for communicating information? | There are several reasons that visualisations are useful for communicating information. One reason is that the messages we are trying to convey can often be based on large amounts of data. In this case, visualisations can provide a useful way of summarising the data to present significant patterns in an easily consumable manner. Another reason worth highlighting is that the choice of the right visualisations can direct the viewer to a conclusion, for example a heat-map might concentrate the viewers attention to a particular set of data points. | open_qa | 12,301 |
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Given this background text about the Byzantine Empire, which empire can the Byzantines trace their origins? | The Byzantine Empire,[note 1] also referred to as the Eastern Roman Empire or Byzantium, was the continuation of the Roman Empire primarily in its eastern provinces during Late Antiquity and the Middle Ages, when its capital city was Constantinople. It survived the fragmentation and fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century AD and continued to exist for an additional thousand years until the fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Empire in 1453. During most of its existence, the empire remained the most powerful economic, cultural, and military force in Europe. The terms "Byzantine Empire" and "Eastern Roman Empire" were coined after the end of the realm; its citizens continued to refer to their empire as the Roman Empire and to themselves as Romans[note 2]—a term which Greeks continued to use for themselves into Ottoman times. Although the Roman state continued and its traditions were maintained, modern historians prefer to differentiate the Byzantine Empire from Ancient Rome as it was centered on Constantinople instead of Rome, oriented towards Greek rather than Latin culture, and was characterized by Eastern Orthodox Christianity.
During the high period of the Roman Empire known as the Pax Romana, the western parts of the empire went through Latinization, while the eastern parts of the empire maintained to a large degree their Hellenistic culture. Several events from the 4th to 6th centuries mark the period of transition during which the Roman Empire's Greek East and Latin West diverged. Constantine I (r. 324–337) reorganized the empire, made Constantinople the capital, and legalized Christianity. Under Theodosius I (r. 379–395), Christianity became the state religion, and other religious practices were proscribed. In the reign of Heraclius (r. 610–641), the empire's military and administration were restructured, and Greek was gradually adopted for official use in place of Latin.
The borders of the empire fluctuated through several cycles of decline and recovery. During the reign of Justinian I (r. 527–565), the empire reached its greatest extent after the fall of the west, re-conquering much of the historically Roman western Mediterranean coast, including Africa, Italy and Rome, which it held for two more centuries. The Byzantine–Sasanian War of 602–628 exhausted the empire's resources, and during the early Muslim conquests of the 7th century, it lost its richest provinces, Egypt and Syria, to the Rashidun Caliphate. It then lost Africa to the Umayyads in 698, before the empire was rescued by the Isaurian dynasty.
During the Macedonian dynasty (9th–11th centuries), the empire expanded again and experienced the two-century-long Macedonian Renaissance, which came to an end with the defeat by Seljuk Turks at the Battle of Manzikert in 1071. Civil wars and the ensuing Seljuk invasion led to the loss of most of Asia Minor. The empire recovered during the Komnenian restoration, and by the 12th century, Constantinople was the largest and wealthiest city in Europe.
The empire was delivered a mortal blow during the Fourth Crusade when Constantinople was sacked in 1204 and the territories that the empire formerly governed were divided into competing Byzantine Greek and Latin realms. Despite the eventual recovery of Constantinople in 1261, the Byzantine Empire remained only one of several small rival states in the area for the final two centuries of its existence. Its remaining territories were progressively annexed by the Ottomans in the Byzantine–Ottoman wars over the 14th and 15th centuries.
The fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Empire in 1453 marked the end of the Byzantine Empire. Refugees fleeing the city after its capture would settle in Italy and other parts of Europe, helping to ignite the Renaissance. The Empire of Trebizond was conquered eight years later when its eponymous capital surrendered to Ottoman forces after it was besieged in 1461. The last Byzantine rump state, the Principality of Theodoro, was conquered by the Ottomans in 1475. Arguments can be made that the fall of the Byzantine Empire to the Ottomans is one of several factors contributing to the end of the Middle Ages and the start of the early modern period.[not verified in body] | The Byzantine Empire traces it's origins to the Roman Empire | closed_qa | 12,305 |
What is APR? | The term annual percentage rate of charge (APR), corresponding sometimes to a nominal APR and sometimes to an effective APR (EAPR), is the interest rate for a whole year (annualized), rather than just a monthly fee/rate, as applied on a loan, mortgage loan, credit card, etc. It is a finance charge expressed as an annual rate.
Those terms have formal, legal definitions in some countries or legal jurisdictions, but in the United States:
(1) The nominal APR is the simple-interest rate (for a year).
(2) The effective APR is the fee+compound interest rate (calculated across a year). | open_qa | 12,308 |
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What are the options to get from South Shields to North Shields by public transport and which is the quickest option | There are 3 options to get from South Shields to North Shields. 1) Take the Shields Ferry from South Shields to North Fields, 2) take the Metro Yellow Line from South Shields to Jarrow and at Jarrow transfer to the number 10 bus to North Shields, 3) take the Metro Yellow Line from South Shields towards St James via Whitley Bay, getting off at the North Shields stop. The quickest option is the Shields Ferry, which takes approximately 35 minutes | open_qa | 12,309 |
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Based on this reference text about bull sharks, why can bull sharks live in both salt and fresh water? | The bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas), also known as the Zambezi shark (informally zambi) in Africa and Lake Nicaragua shark in Nicaragua, is a species of requiem shark commonly found worldwide in warm, shallow waters along coasts and in rivers. It is known for its aggressive nature, and presence mainly in warm, shallow brackish and freshwater systems including estuaries and (usually) lower reaches of rivers.
Bull sharks are euryhaline and can thrive in both salt and fresh water. They are known to travel far up rivers, and have been known to travel up the Mississippi River as far as Alton, Illinois, about 1,100 kilometres (700 mi) from the ocean, but few freshwater interactions with humans have been recorded. Larger-sized bull sharks are probably responsible for the majority of nearshore shark attacks, including many incidents of shark bites attributed to other species.
Unlike the river sharks of the genus Glyphis, bull sharks are not true freshwater sharks, despite their ability to survive in freshwater habitats. | Bull sharks can live in both salt and fresh water because they are euryhaline. | closed_qa | 12,310 |
What do people usually do at a birthday party? | It is traditional for people to celebrate their birthdays with a party by inviting friends and family. You usually see a birthday cake with candles. People like to sing the "happy birthday" song together. Often there can be games come along designed by the host. For example, some people may prepare trivia questions related to their personal hobbies for attendees to answer. Balloons, flowers, banners are common decorations at a birthday party. | general_qa | 12,312 |
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Generate word problem on ratios suitable for grade 10 | An aquarium has a total of 120 animals, out of which 40 are amphibians and the rest are fish. What is the ratio of amphibians to the total number of animals in the aquarium? | general_qa | 12,314 |
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How many seasons of Greatest American Hero were there? | There were three seasons of The Greatest American Hero. | open_qa | 12,315 |
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What is room temperature? | Room temperature is a range of air temperatures that most people prefer for indoor settings. This range is generally accepted to be around 20–22 °C or 68–72 °F. While it is subjective to opinion, keeping temperatures outside of these ranges can lead to discomfort and even aggression. | open_qa | 12,316 |
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When did the England national team last win the football World Cup | In 1966 the England football team won the FIFA World Cup, defeating West Germany 4-2 | open_qa | 12,319 |
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Name some female characters from "The X-Files." | Dana Scully, Marita Covarrubias, Melissa Scully, Margaret Scully, Leyla Harrison, Teena Mulder, Samantha Mulder, Diana Fowley, Monica Reyes, Cassandra Spender | open_qa | 12,320 |
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Why do humans need sunshine? | It makes people feel warm. It also provides vitamin D to make people more energetic. Without enough sunshine, people can become depressed. | general_qa | 12,323 |
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of learning Java over Python? | Java and Python are two of the most popular programming languages. Of the two, Java is the faster language, but Python is simpler and easier to learn. Each is well-established, platform-independent, and part of a large, supportive community. But that is where the similarities end. When you’re considering Python versus Java, each language has different uses for different purposes, and each has pros and cons to consider.
Advantages of Java
Speed and efficiency are two of the big draws of using Java. It's also one of the coding languages considered to be easy to learn. Because many of the processes of this high-level language run automatically, you won't have to do an intense study of how everything works as much as you would with a low-level language. You should be able to master it relatively quickly depending on how much time you can devote to learning and practicing. Other advantages of using Java include the following:
(1) It's simple: The syntax is straightforward, making it easy to write. It's not as complex as languages like C++, and it uses automatic memory allocation.
(2) It’s platform independent: You can use Java on multiple types of computers, including Windows, iOS, Unix, and Linux systems, as long as it has the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) platform.
(3) It’s object oriented: Because you create classes containing data and functions and objects that belong to those classes, it offers a more intuitive approach for big project development. It also provides flexibility and easier troubleshooting, and the ability to reuse the code.
(4) It has a large global community: This is helpful when you're learning Java or should you run into any problems.
(5) It supports multithreading: When you use Java, you can run more than one thread at a time. When running multiple threads, they share a common memory area to increase efficiency and performance.
(6) It’s secure: Java avoids using explicit pointers, runs inside a virtual machine called a sandbox, uses byte-code verifier to check for illegal code, and provides library-level safety along with Java security package and run-time security checks.
Disadvantages of Java
Before deciding whether Java is the right programming language for you to start with, it’s essential to consider its weaknesses. One of the main downsides to using Java is that it uses a large amount of memory—considerably more than Python.
Additionally, Java manages its memory through garbage collection, which happens once the application you’re working on no longer references the object. Java’s garbage collector clears it from memory, but during the process, other threads have to stop while the garbage collector works. The step impacts the overall performance of the application. Other disadvantages include:
(1) It doesn’t offer control over garbage collection: As a programmer, you won’t have the ability to control garbage collection using functions like free() or delete().
(2) It has a lot of words: Although Java is simple, it does tend to have a lot of words in it, which will often leave you with complex, lengthy sentences and explanations.
(3) It doesn't have a native look when you use it for desktops: Java has multiple graphical user interface (GUI) builders, but they aren't the best if you're creating complex UI on a desktop. Java is weaker when you're using it for desktop versus mobile when it comes to user experience and user interface. While there are many GUI builders to choose from, you'll need to do a lot of research to find the right one for your project.
Python: The simple path
Although Java is faster, Python is more versatile, easier to read, and has a simpler syntax. According to Stack Overflow, this general use, interpreted language is the fourth most popular coding language. It's also one of the most in-demand programming languages that hiring managers look for when hiring candidates, according to HackerRank, second only to JavaScript.
Python's popularity has experienced explosive growth in the past few years, with more than 11.3 million coders choosing to use it, mainly for IoT, data science, and machine learning applications, according to ZDNet. Further, Python has had a 25 percent growth rate, adding 2.3 million developers to its community between Q3 2020 and Q3 2021, according to SlashData's “State of the Developer Nation.”.
Advantages of Python
Python’s versatility is difficult to match, and it's so flexible that it encourages experimentation. This keeps programmers from being pigeonholed into only building one type of application. You can learn just one language and use it to make new and different things.
Computer Weekly calls Python the most versatile programming language, noting that “Although there might be a better solution for any given problem, Python will always get the job done well”. Other advantages of Python include:
(1) It’s platform-independent: Like Java, you can use Python on various platforms, including macOS, Windows, and Linux. You’ll just need an interpreter designed for that platform.
(2) It allows for fast development: Because Python is dynamically typed, it's fast and friendly for development. Additionally, it uses asynchronous code to tackle situations and challenges faster because each unit of code runs separately.
(3) It offers extensive libraries: Its large library supports common tasks and commands. It also contains code that can be used for many different purposes, ranging from generating documentation to unit testing to CGI.
(4) It offers a more flexible approach to programming: Python supports a variety of programming styles and has multiple paradigms. Not only is this optimal for programmers who enjoy flexibility, but it also makes it ideal for start-ups that might need to shift approaches abruptly.
(5) It's free and open-source: You can download Python without any cost, and because it's so easy to learn and boasts one of the largest and most active communities—you should be able to start writing code in mere minutes.
(6) It may boost productivity: NetGuru says that Python is more productive than Java because of how concise it is and because it's dynamically typed. Additionally, it has control capabilities and integration features that can make applications more productive.
Disadvantages of Python
While Python is arguably one of the easiest and fastest languages to learn, it’s also decidedly slower to execute because it’s a dynamically typed, interpreted language, executed line-by-line. Python does extra work while executing the code, making it less suitable for use in projects that depend on speed. However, if speed isn’t a sensitive issue, Python’s slower nature won’t likely be a problem.
Other potential disadvantages include:
(1) It only executes one thread at a time: Python has a Global Interpreter Lock that only lets one thread execute at a time, so if you're working on a multi-threaded CPU-bound program, it'll likely be even slower. Using multiprocessing programs instead of multithreaded programs can be an effective workaround.
(2) It isn't mobile native: Python can be effectively and easily used for mobile purposes, but you'll need to put a bit more effort into finding libraries that give you the necessary framework. Some examples include Kivy, which lets you use the same API to create mobile apps and software that you can run on Raspberry PI, Linux, and Windows.
(3) It uses a large amount of memory: If you're working on a project where many objects are active in RAM, this could present an issue for you. Switching to NumPy could be an effective workaround to reduce the amount of memory Python uses for each object. | open_qa | 12,324 |
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What is Davis, CA known for? | Being the bike capitol of the U.S. as well as one of the top agriculture cities. UC Davis has bike paths everywhere across its campus - more so than streets for cars! Additionally, there is a consistent smell of manure throughout the campus due to the high number of cows. It's a very nice city to bike around as well as grow a garden in! | general_qa | 12,328 |
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What is the name of the New England professional football team? | New England Patriots | open_qa | 12,329 |
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Who invented cement that could be set underwater? | The Romans were the first to make cement that could set in water | open_qa | 12,330 |
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Who wrote The Godfather? | The Godfather was written by Mario Puzo, originally published in 1969. | open_qa | 12,332 |
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How does scoring in tennis work? | The typical tennis match in comprised of three sets. The first person to win two sets wins the match. Two win a set, you have to win six games. Should players reach six games, a tie breaker is played to determine who will win that set. To win a game, you have the be the first player to win four points, by two. | general_qa | 12,333 |
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What is John Ellis water and the bond angle of water? | Traditional tap and purified water has a hydrogen bond angle of 104 - 104.5 degrees. John Ellis water takes standard tap or purified water and changes the hydrogen bond angle of it from 104 degrees to 113 - 114 degrees. Changing the bond angle is done using multi-pass distillation by rapidly heating and cooling the water inside the boiling chamber.
Water consumed with a bond angle above 108° degrees eliminates the effect of potential pathogens in our food supply (e.g. bacterium, viruses, or other microorganisms that can cause disease) from affecting our bodies because more oxygen from the water mixes with the superior blood flow to all the extremities of our body. The larger bond angle enables our bodies to use more of the oxygen present in the water. | open_qa | 12,335 |
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Give me a title of one of the "Harry Potter" novels. | Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets | open_qa | 12,338 |
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What is the name of the National Anthem of the Netherlands? | The name of the National Anthem of the Netherlands is "Wilhelmus". | open_qa | 12,341 |
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What are legos? | Legos are small plastic toy blocks that stack together, and can be used to build a variety of structures. | open_qa | 12,342 |
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Who turned oil drums into steel drums for music? | Traditionally, West Indians | open_qa | 12,343 |
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On what day did the invasion of Normandy, France occur in World War II? | June 6, 1944 | open_qa | 12,347 |
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Name three beaches in Pinellas County, Florida | Three beaches in Pinellas County, Florida are Clearwater Beach, Indian Rocks Beach, and St. Pete Beach. | open_qa | 12,349 |
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What was Lieutenant Columbo's catch phrase on his TV show? | Columbo frequently said "just one more thing" in episodes of the show. | open_qa | 12,352 |
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Identify all of the breeds of dogs in this list:
Banana
Poodle
Pekingese
Hunan
Apple
Peach
Lettuce
Arubian Cucunu
German Shepherd
Jack Russell Terrier
Wolfhound
Pariah Dog
Tamales
Coquito
Mezcal
Gingko
Papaya
Sequoia
Redwood
Maple
Dogwood
Afghan Hound
Airedale Terrier
Camphor Tree
Eucalyptus
Chihuaha
Basenji
Bichon Frise
Blue Spruce
Magnolia
Cacao
Black Locust
Tequila | The following are dog breeds that are found in the list:
Poodle
Pekingese
Arubian Cucunu
German Shepherd
Jack Russell Terrier
Wolfhound
Afghan Hound
Airedale Terrier
Chihuahua
Basenji
Bichon Frise | general_qa | 12,355 |
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Given a reference text about Stanley Franklin Browne, how many aerial victories during World War II did he have and what did he do when he returned from the war. | Stanley Franklin Browne, DFC & Bar (29 October 1919 – 13 January 2011) was a New Zealand flying ace of the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) during the Second World War. He was officially credited with at least five aerial victories.
Born in Wellington, Browne was a university student when he joined the RNZAF in March 1941. Once his flight training in New Zealand was completed, he proceeded to the United Kingdom to serve with the Royal Air Force. He was posted to No. 485 Squadron in early 1942 but was shot down later in the year over Germany-occupied France. With the help of the French Resistance he avoided the Germans and made his way to the south of France. He was caught when crossing the border into Vichy France and was interned for several weeks. He escaped captivity and eventually back to the United Kingdom. He was transferred to the Middle East where he ferried aircraft before being posted to No. 93 Squadron. He flew Supermarine Spitfires in the Tunisian campaign and in the Allied invasion of Sicily, shooting down a number of German aircraft before being rested in December 1943. After a spell on instructing duties he returned to operational flying with No. 485 Squadron during the final stages of the war in Europe. He briefly commanded the squadron before it was disbanded in August 1945.
Returning to civilian life after the war, he returned to his university studies, becoming a chemist. He briefly served in the New Zealand Territorial Air Force and later became a farmer and then a teacher. He died in 2011, aged 91, at Tauranga. | Stanley Franklin Browne was credited with five aerial victories during World War II. After the war, he returned to university and became a chemist. | closed_qa | 12,356 |
how important is workflow integration in obtaining value from AI? | While data and AI are the key to delivering a modern online customer experience, grand insights and precise predictions mean nothing if the business cannot act upon them. As we see more and more organizations, especially those engaged in online commerce, fold data-driven capabilities into their operational workflows, moving from insight to action often entails the deployment of real-time capabilities, capable of sensing and responding to opportunities in the moment. | open_qa | 12,357 |
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Randy Couture was one of how many fighters over the age of 40 to have won a UFC championship? | Couture has competed in a record 16 title fights. He is tied for the record for the most wins in UFC Heavyweight Championship bouts (6) with former UFC Heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic. He had the most title reigns in the UFC, with six. His last fight with Lyoto Machida marked his 24th fight in the UFC. He is the fourth member of the UFC Hall of Fame. He is one of only 2 over the age of 40 to have won a UFC championship fight, having done so four times. He is one of the few MMA champions to regain a title he had lost, and the only to have done it three times (twice at heavyweight, once at light heavyweight). | Randy Couture was one of two fighters over the age of 40 that won a UFC championship fight. | closed_qa | 12,359 |
How do you shift a manual transmission in vehicle? | First depress the clutch, then put the car into the desired gear, then slowly release the clutch while applying the throttle. | general_qa | 12,362 |
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What are the continents from largest to smallest? | The continents by size, from largest to smallest are: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia. | open_qa | 12,365 |
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What are the words of House Hastwyck? | "None So Dutiful" | open_qa | 12,368 |
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Given these paragraphs about Natural hydrogen, what are some of its sources? | Natural hydrogen (known as white hydrogen), is naturally occurring molecular hydrogen on or in Earth (as opposed to hydrogen produced in the laboratory or in industry). The name white hydrogen distinguishes it from green hydrogen, which is produced from renewable energy sources, and from grey, brown or black hydrogen, which is obtained from fossil sources or from the electrolysis of water. Natural hydrogen may be renewable, non-polluting and allows for lower cost operation compared to industrial hydrogen. Natural hydrogen has been identified in many source rocks in areas beyond the sedimentary basins where oil companies typically operate.
Origin of natural hydrogen
There are several sources of natural hydrogen:
- degassing of deep hydrogen from the Earth's crust and mantle;
- reaction of water with ultrabasic rocks (serpentinisation);
- contact of water with reducing agents in the Earth's mantle;
- interaction of water with freshly exposed rock surfaces (weathering);
- decomposition of hydroxyl ions in the structure of minerals;
- Natural radiolysis of water;
- decomposition of organic matter;
- biological activity
- Extraction
- Natural hydrogen is extracted from wells, mixed with other gases such as nitrogen or helium.
Several sources have been identified in France. Geologists Alain Prinzhofer and Eric Derville have demonstrated the existence of large reservoirs in a dozen countries, including Mali and the United States. However, their potential remains difficult to assess.
Numerous emanations on the ocean floor have been identified but are difficult to exploit. The discovery of a significant emergence in Russia in 2008 suggests the possibility of extracting native hydrogen in geological environments.
Geology
Natural hydrogen is generated continuously from a variety of natural sources. There are many known hydrogen emergences on mid-ocean ridges. Another of the known reactions, serpentinisation, occurs under the sea floor (in the oceanic crust).
Diagenetic origin (iron oxidation) in the sedimentary basins of cratons, notably in Russia. Other sources are being explored, such as mantle hydrogen, or hydrogen from radiolysis (natural electrolysis) or from bacterial activity. In France, the Alps and Pyrenees are suitable for exploitation. New Caledonia has hyperalkaline sources that show dihydrogen emissions. A large accumulation of natural hydrogen was discovered in Bourakebougou (Mali).
Characteristics
Dihydrogen is very soluble in fresh water, especially at depth (solubility increases with pressure).
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_hydrogen | degassing of deep hydrogen from the Earth's crust and mantle; reaction of water with ultrabasic rocks (serpentinisation); contact of water with reducing agents in the Earth's mantle; interaction of water with freshly exposed rock surfaces (weathering); decomposition of hydroxyl ions in the structure of minerals; Natural radiolysis of water; decomposition of organic matter; biological activity; Extraction; Natural hydrogen is extracted from wells, mixed with other gases such as nitrogen or helium. | closed_qa | 12,376 |
Given this paragraph about the Japan Rail Pass, tell me whether it is available for purchase to Japanese citizens. | The Japan Rail Pass, also called the JR Pass, is a rail pass for overseas visitors sold by the Japan Railways Group, and is valid for travel on all major forms of transportation provided by the JR Group in Japan, with a few exceptions. The Rail Pass is designed to stimulate travel and tourism throughout the country. It is only cost effective for long-distance travel, particularly by bullet train. While the savings from extensive travel can be considerable, those who travel too little may in fact lose money on a rail pass. The Japan Rail Pass is of limited use within larger cities, as private operators generally do not accept the Rail Pass. In Tokyo, for instance, it covers the Yamanote Line which goes to several popular tourist areas, as well as in Osaka on the Osaka Loop Line, plus in Kyoto on the Nara Line and Sagano Line. | No, the JR Pass is only intended for purchase by overseas visitors to Japan. | closed_qa | 12,378 |
Who was the King of Swing | Benny Goodman | open_qa | 12,379 |
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When was West Ham started and when did they get the name West Ham United? | West Ham United Football Club is an English professional football club that plays its home matches in Stratford, East London. The club competes in the Premier League, the top tier of English football. The club plays at the London Stadium, having moved from their former home, the Boleyn Ground, in 2016. The club was founded in 1895 as Thames Ironworks and reformed in 1900 as West Ham United. They moved to the Boleyn Ground in 1904, which remained their home ground for more than a century. The team initially competed in the Southern League and Western League before joining the Football League in 1919. They were promoted to the top flight in 1923, when they were also losing finalists in the first FA Cup Final held at Wembley. In 1940, the club won the inaugural Football League War Cup. | West Ham started in 1895 as Thames Ironworks and became West Ham United in 1900. | closed_qa | 12,383 |
What is the volume of a square pyramid? | 1/3 * base^2 * height | open_qa | 12,387 |
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Can you tell me about Rugby Union? | Rugby Union is a 15 player a side game played around the world. The sport was created during the 1800s in England when, during a game of soccer, a player picked up the ball and starting running with it in his hands. Rugby is most popular in commonwealth nations however has been gaining popularity in other countries such as USA and Japan. The game is played in two 40 minute halves with the winner of the game ending up with the most points. Points can be earned by grounding the ball over the try line in the other teams territory or by kicking the ball through the posts on either end of the field. The game is notorious for its aggression and tackling which can result in injuries as the players don't wear helmets or body armour like in other sports. | open_qa | 12,389 |
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In the series A Song of Ice and Fire, who is the founder of House Kenning of Kayce? | Herrock Kenning, also known as Herrock the Whoreson | open_qa | 12,392 |
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Is Boston a good city to visit in the summer? | Yes, Boston is a great city to visit in the summer. The weather tends to be warm, and there are many historical attractions in the city including the Freedom Trail and Faneuil Hall, as well as museums like the Museum of Science, Museum of Fine Arts, and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. You can walk around Boston Common and the Public Garden, or along the waterfront in the Seaport District and the North End. You can kayak in the Charles River, and take in a baseball game at Fenway Park. There are many fine dining restaurants, and something for everyone to enjoy. | general_qa | 12,393 |
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How many people live in the Netherlands | The Netherlands has a population of 17.4 million people. | open_qa | 12,395 |
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What is Puha, New Zealand | Puha or Puhatikotiko is a locality between the Waipaoa River and the Waikohu River in the Gisborne District of New Zealand's North Island. It is located close to the confluence of the two rivers on State Highway 2 close to Te Karaka, inland from the city of Gisborne.
A notable resident was Te Kani Te Ua. | open_qa | 12,397 |
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Where is Independence mall? | Independence Mall (formerly Westfield Shoppingtown Independence or Westfield Independence) is the only enclosed shopping mall in Wilmington, North Carolina. It opened in 1979 with anchor stores Belk-Beery (now Belk), JCPenney, and Sears. A later expansion added a new wing and Dillard's store to the center after Westfield Group purchased the mall. The mall is located on Oleander Drive (U.S. 76) and Independence Blvd east of downtown Wilmington. The mall has a food court and no longer features a carousel. | Independence mall is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. | closed_qa | 12,398 |
When was the Boeing 747 first entered into service? | It entered service with Pan Am on January 22, 1970 | open_qa | 12,401 |
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How do you replace a hole in the drywall? | First you start by locating the nearest wooden studs and cut a square, larger than the hole and exposing up to one inch of each wooden stud. Each wooden stud is typically sixteen inches apart - center to center. And each wooden stud is typically two inches in width. Second step is to carefully measure the open space after you've cut the square. Take your time and measure as close to the existing drywall as possible. Take 4 measurements of 2 in length and 2 in width to ensure accuracy. Cut that square from your replacement drywall. Shave sides with sandpaper for tight fit. Once your replacement square fits, insert drywall screws into the sides of the drywall that will also go through the previously exposed wooden studs. Once the new square is secure, you can layer ontop the drywall paste to let dry. Sand the drywall paste over the seams of the square, and repeat as necessary until you have a uniform, smooth surface. Apply paint over the entire workspace and let dry. | general_qa | 12,406 |
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When did Peloton IPO? | On September 26, 2019, Peloton became a public company via an initial public offering, raising $1.16 billion and valuing the company at $8.1 billion. After reaching a market valuation of $50 billion in January 2021, the company's valuation was back to around $8 billion by April 2022. | Peloton became a public company via an initial public offering on September 26, 2019. | closed_qa | 12,408 |
What is the air speed velocity of an unladen swallow? | The European swallow, weighing on average 20 grams, flaps its wings 12 times every second, this results in an estimated air speed of 9 meters per second, which is roughly 20.1 miles per hour. | general_qa | 12,409 |
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What is Intel Xeon good for? | Intel's Xeon line of processors is intended for business workstations and servers. For servers and workstations running data-intensive applications, particularly those that are mission-critical, Xeon CPUs are the best option. | open_qa | 12,412 |
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What are the causes of Autism? | Many causes of autism have been proposed, but understanding of the theory of causation of autism, or otherwise known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is incomplete. Attempts have been made to incorporate the known genetic and environmental causes into a comprehensive causative framework.ASD is a complex developmental condition marked by persistent challenges to social interaction, speech and nonverbal communication, and restricted/repetitive behaviors and its phenotypes vary significantly.
Research indicates that genetic factors predominate. The heritability of autism, however, is complex, and it is typically unclear which genes are involved.In rare cases, autism is associated with agents that cause birth defects.Many other causes have been proposed.
Numerous epidemiological studies have shown no scientific evidence supporting the controversial but popular theory that autism is caused by vaccines. | There is no clear cause for Autism which has been scientifically proven. However, some research indicates that genetic factors are one of the predominant causes. In rare cases, autism is associated with agents that cause congenital disabilities, and many other causes have been proposed.
Numerous epidemiological studies have shown no scientific evidence supporting the controversial but popular theory that vaccines cause autism. | closed_qa | 12,413 |
How Fast Does An Average Person Run? | Males run at an average speed of 8 mph, and women run at an average speed of 6.5 mph.
People running for their lives, not for recreational purposes, can run at an average speed of 12 mph. Athletes and gym enthusiasts tend to be faster than the average person and may run at a speed as high as 14 to 17 mph. The numbers change when referring to endurance and long-distance trails. Sprinters running a short distance average 10 mph. However, it’s hard to maintain that momentum for a long distance. When using data on the average running speed for five kilometers, males have an average running speed of 5.9 mph, and women have an average running speed of 5 mph. | general_qa | 12,415 |
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Why is the sky blue? | Earth's atmosphere scatters short-wavelength light more efficiently than that of longer wavelengths. Because its wavelengths are shorter, blue light is more strongly scattered than the longer-wavelength lights, red or green. Hence, the result is that when looking at the sky away from the direct incident sunlight, the human eye perceives the sky to be blue. | open_qa | 12,419 |
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What does yoga do to your body? | Yoga is a sophisticated system of self empowerment that is capable of harnessing and activating inner energies in such a way that our body and mind function in optimal capacity. It is a means to create inner situations exactly the way you want them, turning you into architect of your own joy. A person who practice yoga regularly lives in an expansive state. | general_qa | 12,420 |
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Who was India's first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister | Sardar Vallabhai Patel | open_qa | 12,424 |
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Why is working out good for you? | Working out provides many benefits. Studies have shown that working out is good for you long term health. It helps build muscle strength, which is shown to decrease in volume as you age. It also has benefits for your cardiovascular system. Working out also provides mental benefits, such as reduced anxiety and stress. | general_qa | 12,425 |
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Are there polar bears in Antarctica? | No, there are no polar bears in Antarctica. Polar bears are found in the northern hemisphere. | open_qa | 12,429 |
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How do you add two or more numbers | You can add numbers by treating each number as a count of items and then counting all of the items to get a total result which is the sum of the numbers.
The process of adding numbers is known as addition and is one of four basic maths operations. This area of maths is known as arithmetic.
Counting the quantity of items is the same as repeatedly adding 1.
For example, adding the numbers two and three (or 2 + 3) is the same as adding one (1) two times and then adding one (1) three times. | general_qa | 12,430 |
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Who was Loku Nilame Adikaram Ratwatte | Loku Nilame Adikaram Ratwatte ( - 1827) (known as Ratwatte Nilame) was a courtier of the Kingdom of Kandy. He was the 2nd Adigar (Adigaram) from 1825 to 1827 during the British rule. He was one of the signatories of the Kandyan Convention which made the Kandyan Kingdom part of the British Empire. | open_qa | 12,431 |
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What is the trias politica? | The trias politica is the typical separation of powers in a government - the legislative power, the executive power and the judiciary power. These powers should be independent of each other, with each performing a different function, keeping each other in check. The legislative power drafts laws and regulations that govern the society. The executive power ensures these laws and regulations are upheld in society, while the judiciary power checks the performance of the executive power in upholding those laws and regulations. | general_qa | 12,432 |
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What is the oldest written complaint? | The complaint tablet to Ea-nasir was a clay tablet written in Akkadian cuneiform is considered the oldest written complaint. This tablet was written in ancient Ur in the year 1750 BCE. This tablet can be currently seen in the British Museum and has become famous in modern times by being the subject of an Internet Meme. The subject of the complaint is substandard copper ingots being sold by Ea-nasir to Nanni. Nanni sent is servant with money to complete the sale, however on arrival the copper was considered substandard and was not accepted. The complaint also states that Nanni's servant was treated rudely. | general_qa | 12,435 |
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Name some famous experimental electronic music artists from the 2000s | Fennesz, Autechre, Oval, Alva Noto, Ryoji Ikeda | open_qa | 12,436 |
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What's the origin of Dog Day Afternoon? | Dog Day Afternoon is a 1975 American biographical crime drama film directed by Sidney Lumet and produced by Martin Bregman and Martin Elfand. The film stars Al Pacino, John Cazale, James Broderick, and Charles Durning. The screenplay is written by Frank Pierson and is based on the Life magazine article "The Boys in the Bank" by P. F. Kluge and Thomas Moore. The feature chronicled the 1972 robbery and hostage situation led by John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile at a Chase Manhattan branch in Brooklyn. | This is a real incident that happened in NY in the mid-70s. It's about this man (played by Al Pacino) who's married to a woman. But then he also fell in love with a man. His partner said he's trapped in the wrong body. So, Al Pacino decided to rob a bank to get money for his partner's sex change. | closed_qa | 12,437 |
Based on this paragraph on Japanese bullet trains, how many cars do the longest trains have? | Trains are up to sixteen cars long. With each car measuring 25 m (82 ft) in length, the longest trains are 400 m (1⁄4 mile) end to end. Stations are similarly long to accommodate these trains. Some of Japan's high-speed maglev trains are considered Shinkansen, while other slower maglev trains (such as the Linimo maglev train line serving local community near the city of Nagoya in Aichi, Japan) are intended as alternatives to conventional urban rapid transit systems.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shinkansen | Based on this paragraph, the longest Japanese bullets trains have 16 cars, which is determined by dividing the length of the longes trains (400m) by the length of each car (25m). | closed_qa | 12,441 |
What is the sum of angles in a triangle? | We usually look at this in a two-dimensional cartesian space , also referred to as 'euclidian geometry'. In that case the sum of angles in a triangle is always 180 degrees.
There are other geometries where this is not necessarily the case. For example in a three dimensional space that is formed as a ball you can have have triangle on the surface of teh ball where the sum of angles is 270 degrees. | general_qa | 12,443 |
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