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Meiosis By: BD Editors Last Updated: June 11, 2020 What is Meiosis? Meiosis is the process in eukaryotic, sexually-reproducing animals that reduces the number of chromosomes in a cell before reproduction. Many organisms package these cells into gametes, such as egg and sperm. The gametes can then meet, during reproduction, and fuse to create a new zygote. Because the number of alleles was reduced during meiosis, the combination of two gametes will yield a zygote with the same number of alleles as the parents....

Recessive Gene By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Recessive Gene Definition A recessive gene is a gene whose effects are masked in the presence of a dominant gene. Every organism that has DNA packed into chromosomes has two alleles, or forms of a gene, for each gene: one inherited from their mother, and one inherited from their father. A recessive gene is only expressed when an organism has two recessive alleles for that gene....

Saltwater Crocodile By: Paige Yates Last Updated: November 12, 2020 A saltwater crocodile Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Reptilia Order Crocodilia Family Crocodylidae Genus Crocodylus Species Crocodylus porosus Niche Hypercarnivorous saltwater reptile Length 8.8 – 19.7 feet (2.7 – 6 m) Weight 168 – 2,200 lb (76 – 1,000 kg) Lifespan Over 70 years Social Structure Solitary Conservation Status Least concern Preferred Habitat Coastal brackish mangrove swamps, rivers and estuaries Average Clutch Size 40 – 60 eggs Main Food Item Meat Predators Monitor lizards, birds, fish, boars, rats & snakes prey on young The Basics The saltwater crocodile is a species of reptile found in brackish swamps, rivers and estuaries....

Camping in Maine during the summer is a wonderful perk of being in the best state in the USA! And, if the weather ever gets its act together (ahem – we’re ready to put our sweaters away, mother nature!) it’ll be time to pack that tent and sleeping bag for summer trips in the outdoors. But, this year, rather than staying close to home you might want to consider something new....

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has delved into the reasons he fought for Black Adam and Shazam to headline their own solo movies. It’s been 15 years since Dwayne Johnson was first announced to be playing the antihero Teth-Adam, aka Black Adam, in a DC film pitting the character against his longtime rival Shazam!. Of course, those plans were eventually changed, with Zachary Levi starring in 2019’s Shazam! and December’s Shazam! Fury of the Gods....

I don’t know very many people who don’t love french fries. I mean, it’s a fried potato!!! Even “bad” fries sometimes really hit the spot, but you don’t have to worry about that at any of these places, where you can get everything from your typical french fries to sweet potato fries or other fancy alternative versions. No one could deny these fries are just delicious. The Shaved Duck, Tower Grove, St....

Threatened Species By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: January 15, 2021 Threatened Species Definition A threatened species is any species which is vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered. The International Union for Conservation of Nature, or IUCN, is commonly referenced as a leading organization in determining if a species can be considered a threatened species or not. Threatened Species Overview The IUCN also defines the category nearly-threatened species, for any animals which are likely to become threatened species within the foreseeable future....

New Orleans has the unique distinction of being home to the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the United States. Perhaps it is no surprise, then, that we are now home to more restaurants per capita than almost any other similarly sized city in the country. There’s no doubt about it, eating well is king here, and we strive to do it as well as we can. Here are some of the oldest restaurants in New Orleans, and the stories behind them....

PlatinumGames has issued a statement following the recent controversy surrounding Bayonetta 3 and a pay dispute with a voice actress. For those who aren’t up to speed, last weekend Bayonetta actress Hellena Taylor released a series of videos where she accused PlatinumGames of giving her a lowball offer of $4,000 total to record her lines as the game’s protagonist. She noted that she didn’t feel this was fair and was subsequently replaced by actress Jennifer Hale....

In the years following the release of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, fans of the titular character didn’t know what the future held for the hero, with Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt recently joking that, had he taken on the character, he would be fearful of Harrison Ford’s ghost. The question was poised by Happy Sad Confused podcast host Joshua Horowitz, asking Pratt if there had ever been talks between him and Steven Spielberg before Indiana Jones 5 moved forward, with the actor avoiding direct confirmation or denial of such talks and instead deflecting with an anecdote about Ford’s own connection to the character....

Kentucky is a beautiful place to live, but that doesn’t mean disturbing things don’t happen–even in small towns. Our little communities are normally quite serene, but every now and then something turns things inside out. In most cases these horrid or unusual events don’t occur very often, and our small towns remain peaceful and relaxing. Here are 11 disturbing things that happened in small town Kentucky: Hopkinsville Goblins Standing around 3-4 feet tall and having black liquid looking eyes and lipless mouths, these little guys are said to wander, move things, steal things and peep in windows....

Henry Cavill has been having a pretty good week with the revelation that the actor is officially back as the Man of Steel. Cavill took to his Instagram to release a video confirming his return as Superman in Black Adam and for the foreseeable future. A day after the video was released, it was revealed that James Gunn and Peter Safran would become Co-CEO’s of the newly minted DC Studios. But, hidden in that same report, it was also revealed that writers are currently pitching a Man of Steel sequel to the studio....

Few contemporary filmmakers are as unpredictable as M. Night Shyamalan, not solely in the sense that his narratives explore uncharted territory, but the actual success of those adventures can never be anticipated. Over the last 25 years, he’s wowed audiences with projects like The Sixth Sense and Signs, yet also delivered definitive disappointments with projects like The Happening and The Last Airbender. Despite 2017’s Split showcasing just how compelling of a filmmaker he can really be, he followed that with two certified clunkers in Glass and Old....

Prenatal Development By: BD Editors Last Updated: March 15, 2018 What is Prenatal Development Prenatal development is the series of changes an organism goes through in the womb as it progresses from single-celled zygote to fully formed baby. During this time, cells divide continually and create more and more tissue. The tissue differentiates into specialized organs and structures. This process is controlled and regulated by the fetus’s DNA and the hormones and signals it produces....

When the 47th season of Saturday Night Live came to an end in May, the sketch series said goodbye to longtime cast members Kate McKinnon, Pete Davidson, Aidy Bryant, and Kyle Mooney. This week, it was revealed that three more SNL actors would not be returning for the next season. Melissa Villaseñor and Alex Moffat, who both joined the show in 2016, will not be returning for the 48th season. Aristotle Athari, a featured player from last season, is also not returning....

The debut of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law is fast approaching, and fans are incredibly eager to see the jade giantess finally make her way into live-action. The series will follow the comic-accurate origin story and exploits of Jennifer Walters / She-Hulk (Tatiana Maslany), all while giving her a new costume and other new elements in the process. While we’ve already been treated to some entertaining homages to the comics through the series’ official posters, a new piece of fanart from Twitter user @SaifulCreation creates another parallel....

There’s nothing like a big plate of wings, a cold beer and great company while enjoying your favorite sporting event or simply gathering with friends. Wings come in a variety of flavors from mild to severely hot, and can be breaded and fried, smoked, or even boneless. Here are a few of our favorite spots in Missouri to grab some. O! Wing Plus, St. Louis Yelp/ Kelly H. Yelp/ Kelly H....

Ideal for smaller beadwork projects, beading looms are used to make jewelry, keychains, small purses, and more. We researched the top bead looms, evaluating factors like durability, portability, adjustability, and price. Our top choice was the Wandering Bull Ojibwa Bead Loom, for its lightweight quality and adjustable frame. Here are the best bead looms: Named for the Ojibwa people (who are known for their elaborate beadwork), this adjustable wooden loom works well for all types of projects....

Vermont is famous for its world class cheeses, and the VT Cheese Trail is a great way to taste your way through the state. The trail was designed by the Vermont Cheese Council and it includes 49 artisanal cheese makers throughout Vermont and it even has its own map. Let’s take a look at a few of the cheeses you’ll find along the trail, but we recommend you try them all!...

Whether you’re wondering if you should try out these famous Iowa eateries or you’re just in need of a little inspiration for where to go for your next meal, these 13 restaurants definitely deserve your attention. Some are old-school classics, others are wildly eclectic culinary treats, but every one of these awesome spots offer a unique taste of all that Iowa has to offer! Fong’s Pizza Yelp / Shing Yiing O....