rose 250x250 Symbolic Meaning of FlowersMan has been inspired and fascinated by flowers since the beginning of time. Their exotic colors and sweet fragrance rejuvenate everyone. Symbolic flower meaning started way back. From ancient times several religions also indicated flower’s sacredness and considered them as a gift to please gods and holy spirits.

Even today each flower has different meaning and symbolism, such as Red Rose signifies love, desire and passion. Other famous flowers include Rose, Lilly, Jasmine, Daffodils, Daisy, Violet and Heather. Flowers are an essential part of our everyday life from birth till death. Flower bouquets corsages and boutonnieres are commonly used to convey our emotions. WE need flowers to express our feelings and other special emotions like love, affection, friendship, fondness, respect and gentleness.
Complete listing of symbolic meanings of flowers can be found on link bellow:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Language_of_flowers#Symbolic_meaning_of_flowers

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velcro 250x250 Who Invented Velcro?Velcro was invented by George de Mestral In 1940. George was a Swiss electrical engineer. One day when he got home; he was shocked to found a lot of cockleburs. These cockleburs were stuck on his coat and his dog. George had a probing curiosity so he checked those burs under his microscope. He found that burs had stiff spikes over them which enabled them to easily caught fur or cloths. In 1952, after a hard work and research of 8 long years he was successful in producing a Velcro.

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Agriculture – study of producing crops from the land, with an emphasis on practical applications
Anatomy – the study of form and function, in plants, animals, and other organisms, or specifically in humans
Astrobiology- the study of evolution, distribution, and future of life in the universe. Also known as exobiology, exopaleontology, and bioastronomy.
Biochemistry – the study of the chemical reactions required for life to exist and function, usually a focus on the cellular level
Bioengineering – the study of biology through the means of engineering with an emphasis on applied knowledge and especially related to biotechnology.
Bioinformatics – also classified as a branch of information technology (IT) it is the study, collection, and storage of genomic and other biological data
Biomathematics or Mathematical Biology – the study of biological processes through mathematics, with an emphasis on modeling.
Biomechanics – often considered a branch of medicine, the study of the mechanics of living beings, with an emphasis on applied use through artificial limbs, etc.
Biomedical research – the study of the human body in health and disease
Biomimetics – science of adapting designs from nature to solve modern problems.
Biophysics - the study of biological processes through physics, by applying the theories and methods traditionally used in the physical sciences
Biotechnology – a new and sometimes controversial branch of biology that studies the manipulation of living matter, including genetic modification
Botany – the study of plants
Cell biology - the study of the cell as a complete unit, and the molecular and chemical interactions that occur within a living cell.
Conservation Biology – the study of the preservation, protection, or restoration of the natural environment, natural ecosystems, vegetation, and wildlife
Cryobiology - the study of the effects of lower than normally preferred temperatures on living beings.
Developmental biology – (Embryology) the study of the processes through which an organism develops, from zygote to full structure.
Ecology - the study of the interactions of living organisms with one another and with the non-living elements of their environment.
Entomology – the study of insects
Environmental Biology – the study of the natural world, as a whole or in a particular area, especially as affected by human activity
Epidemiology - a major component of public health research, it is the study of factors affecting the health and illness of populations
Ethology - the study of animal behavior.
Evolution or Evolutionary Biology – the study of the origin and descent of species over time
Genetics - the study of genes and heredity.
Herpetology – the study of reptiles and amphibians
Histology – the study of cells and tissues, a microscopic branch of anatomy.
Ichthyology - the study of fish
Integrative biology – the study of whole organisms
Mammalogy - the study of mammals
Marine Biology - the study of ocean ecosystems, plants, animals, and other living beings.
Microbiology – the study of microscopic organisms (microorganisms) and their interactions with other living things
Molecular Biology – the study of biology and biological functions at the molecular level, some cross over with biochemistry
Mycology - the study of fungi
Neurobiology – the study of the nervous system, including anatomy, physiology, even pathology
Oceanography – the study of the ocean, including ocean life, environment, geography, weather, and other aspects influencing the ocean.
Ornithology – the study of birds
Population ecology – the study of populations of organisms, including how they increase and go extinct
Population genetics - the study of changes in gene frequencies in populations of organisms
Paleontology - the study of fossils and sometimes geographic evidence of prehistoric life
Pathobiology or pathology - the study of diseases, and the causes, processes, nature, and development of disease
Parasitology – the study of parasites and parasitism
Pharmacology - the study and practical application of preparation, use, and effects of drugs and synthetic medicines.
Physiology – the study of the functioning of living organisms and the organs and parts of living organisms
Phytopathology – the study of plant diseases (also called Plant Pathology)
Virology – the study of viruses and some other virus-like agents
Zoology – the study of animals, including classification, physiology, development, and behavior (See also Entomology, Ethology, Herpetology, Ichthyology, Mammology, and Ornithology)

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Taj Mahal 250x247 Where Is Taj Mahal Located?Impressive mausoleum complex Taj Mahal and its home country are probably well known to everyone. However it seems that huge number of people is not sure about its exact location.
Here is the answer: Taj Mahal is situated at latitude of 27° 10 minutes 28.67 seconds North of Equator and has a longitude of 78° 2 minutes 32.05 seconds East of the Greenwich Median.
In other words the Taj Mahal is in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, in historic Agra city. Agra was the primary Mughal capital and that is the reason why is it built there. Placed on the banks of river Yamuna it has unique majestic looks. Attentionaly planned location of Taj Mahal makes it seeable from anywhere in Agra.
Distance from Delhi, India’s capital, is about 203 km / 127 miles. Taj Mahal is easily accessible to almost all parts of India.

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chemistry molecules 250x250 What is Chemistry?Chemistry is detailed study of chemicals as well as atoms, molecules, and their chemical reaction with other elements. Chemistry reveals the secrets behind forming and breaking of atomic structures, due to the chemical reaction many elements and compounds transform into something else. Often huge amount of energy is released in this procedure. Energy is produced as light heat and explosion. Chemistry helps us to explore these chemicals and see their positive and negative properties.

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