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How Many Cells Are in the Human Body? By: Kate Latham Last Updated: April 16, 2021 Human beings are complex multicellular organisms made up of trillions of cells. Scientists estimate that the adult human body contains around 37 trillion human cells and 200 different cell types. The human microbiota (a collection of microorganisms found primarily in the gut) consists of a further 10-100 trillion microbial cells. Humans contain trillions of cells and around 200 cell types How Many Different Cell Types Are There in the Human Body?...

Intertidal Zone Facts By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 24, 2019 Intertidal zones are marine biomes that are underwater during high tide and exposed during low tide. The receding water at low tide reveals a variety of habitats and sea creatures that are normally hidden. The intertidal zone is also known as the seashore, foreshore, and the littoral zone. Fact #1 – Intertidal Zones are Harsh Habitats Creatures that live or spend part of their day in intertidal zones must be well adapted to the extremes....

Netflix viewers around the globe are taking in the first season of The Sandman and Kevin Smith is no different. The Sandman, an adaptation that was decades in the making, debuted on Netflix on Friday and viewers began their binges of all 10 episodes. Kevin Smith is no different, as the director stayed up for an entire night watching the series and sharing some of his reactions on social media. Smith began by praising the original Sandman comics and the Netflix series and offering congratulations to Neil Gaiman, who wrote the comics and produced the show, on a job well done....

Following Season 3, Henry Cavill will no longer be playing Geralt of Rivia, the show’s monster-slaying protagonist. Rather, the iconic character will be portrayed by Liam Hemsworth. Cavill is not only the best part of the show, but he’s loved by fans who not only appreciate his talent but his commitment to the role. As you may know, Cavill is a big of the fan series. And as you would expect, this love of the series and character shows every time he’s on the screen....

If you enjoy quenching your thirst with a good Bloody Mary, chances are that you are the type of person who enjoys having a good time but also likes to just chill. Your laid back personality makes it easy for you to go with the flow, yet when the right opportunity presents itself – you’re down for just about anything. You’ll be happy to hear that the Last Frontier caters to your type....

As time progresses, it gets harder to believe that many of us once lived without an e-mail address or a way for people to contact us via the assortment of social media platforms that are around today. At one point in time we had to wait patiently (or impatiently) for a lot of things that can now be done from the comfort of your home or via your smartphone anywhere you go....

Worlds Collide is this Sunday, and WWE NXT delivered a packed show tonight that not only featured a host of Raw and SmackDown superstars but also revealed several major Championship match-ups for the upcoming premium live event. Before tonight there were two matches that had been confirmed for the event, and throughout the show three more were added to the now stacked card, including a match for the NXT Women’s Tag Team Championships, the NXT UK and NXT Tag Team Championships, and the NXT North American Championship....

If you’re like me, then the upcoming New Year brings with it a “bucket list” of things you plan to do in the coming year. Okay, some call it “New Year’s resolutions.” But it’s a bucket list. For the sake of time (and relevancy to the topic of this article) let’s skip over the super important stuff at the top of your 2016 bucket list (family, health, diet, exercise) and talk about travel....

Mom and pop restaurants are always a great dining option. But they’re especially appreciated when you’re on the road or want home-cooked food without, you know, actually having to cook it yourself. New Mexico has no shortage of these culinary gems. Here are 14 mom and pop restaurants that’ll make your soul smile. La Salita, 1217 Eubank Boulevard NE, Albuquerque Yelp/Karen O. Facebook/La Salita La Salita offers the friendly atmosphere and personal service you expect from a mom and pop establishment....

Chris Farley is a comedy icon even now, 25 years after his death, but how many know the details of his origin and life story? One group of creators thinks that the world needs to know more about Farley, and have gone to the length of creating a new graphic novel called Growing Up Farley, which will take a look at the comedian’s childhood. Z2 Presents the Origin of Comedian and SNL Icon Chris Farley in the Graphic Novel, Growing Up Farley Writer Frank Marraffino and artist Ryan Dunlavey unite with the late star’s brother Kevin Farley to chronicle the slapstick hero’s childhood journey to superstardom....

Marine Snow By: BD Editors Last Updated: March 27, 2019 Marine Snow Definition Marine snow refers to organic particulate matter that constantly falls from the upper waters into the deeper waters of the ocean. Marine snow serves to provide food and energy from the productive upper waters exposed to sunlight to the marine organisms that reside in the deeper regions of the water column. The content and abundance of marine snow varies seasonally and with variations in ocean currents....

Marvel Studios has just started dropping hints of mutants in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Ms. Marvel and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Ms. Marvel is revealed as the first mutant in the main MCU, with the Doctor Strange sequel giving us a multiversal version of Professor Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart). The studio even has been developing a third Deadpool film that will also be set in the MCU....

If you think traveling is more fun than arriving at your destination, then you probably enjoy doing a puzzle now and again. The timeless activity encourages critical thinking, spatial reasoning, and the use of fine motor skills. We’ve compiled the most challenging, entertaining, beautiful, satisfying, and fun jigsaws on the market. Our favorites include a colorful candy scene from Springbok, a wooden owl from Hartmaze, and an iconic museum on full display from The MET....

Warner Bros. Discovery is getting ready to reboot and rebrand their DC Comics franchise, and they hired James Gunn and Peter Safran to take over as co-CEOs of the newly minted DC Studios. Gunn and Safran announced 2-3 years of their Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters slate, and it included projects like Superman: Legacy, The Authority, Swamp Thing, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, and even The Brave and the Bold. The latter of which is set to introduce yet another new Batman, but don’t worry; they have no plans of ending Robert Pattinson’s tenure and the Dark Knight....

HBO released the fifth episode of their live-action adaptation of The Last of Us a littler earlier than expected in order to stay clear of Super Bowl LVII, but it’s safe to say that the series is doing some amazing things. The Last of Us has been doing some massive numbers for the series with the first episode being viewed over 22M times and it was quickly the second best premiere on the network after House of the Dragon....

If you’re from Michigan, you know that our Upper Peninsula is like an entirely new state to explore. It’s got its own cuisine, its own gorgeous natural attractions, and plenty of cultural traits that differ from those of the Lower Peninsula. If you’re searching for a unique vacation destination, why not stay close to home? Here’s a perfect itinerary for one week in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Google Maps Of course, you should adjust the amount of time spent in each location as you see fit — and remember that it would take far more than seven days to experience everything that the U....

WWE’s Clash at the Castle featured a stacked lineup of matches but also threw in a few surprises. One such surprise was Tyson Fury’s involvement in the Roman Reigns vs Drew McIntyre match, and not too long ago it was star musician Bad Bunny who was making waves after jumping into the ring. It appears that we could be seeing Bad Bunny make a WWE return down the road, as during the after-event press conference Triple H said he is set to talk to Bad Bunny “very very soon”, and that they already have a meeting scheduled and are going to see what’s available....

What Is Gamma Irradiation By: BD Editors Last Updated: May 6, 2018 Irradiation defines how an object is exposed to radiation. When talking about gamma rays, irradiation usually refers to the ionizing radiation it emits, also called gamma radiation. X-rays are similar to gamma rays but differ in one key aspect. X-rays are photons emitted by electrons outside the nucleus, while the photons comprising gamma rays are emitted by the nucleus....

There’s still some time left in the summer, but with August comes the rush to do everything you wanted to do this summer and haven’t yet. If you’re looking for ways to put more summer adventure on your list, you can’t do better than these eleven places. They’re all just about perfect for enjoying under the summer sun. To read a full article about each of these activities, click the link in the description....

Chemical Formula By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 17, 2019 Chemical Formula Definition A chemical formula is a notation used by scientists to show the number and type of atoms present in a molecule, using the atomic symbols and numerical subscripts. A chemical formula is a simple representation, in writing, of a three dimensional molecule that exists. A chemical formula describes a substance, down to the exact atoms which make it up....