The word “chivalry” comes from the French cheval, which can be translated as "horse soldiery", but later in the 14th century it became associated with knightly ideals. nudes
A study shows up to 30% of Sun-like stars may engulf planets, altering their metallicity. These "polluted" stars suggest rocky planets are destroyed during orbital decay. Ultra-short-period planets in compact systems are key to understanding this pheno
Butterflies can not taste through their mouthparts. They also do not have mouthparts that can bite and chew, instead they have a long thin tubular structure that acts like a straw.
Scientists have discovered a rare triple black hole system, providing new evidence of complex interactions between these cosmic giants. This finding could help explain how massive black holes merge and grow over time, advancing our understanding of galax
Hundreds of lizard species don’t have legs. Legless lizards had limbs at one point, but their arms and legs became smaller over millions of years until they disappeared entirely. Many legless lizards live underground, where it’s easier to slither thr
🌿 Fun Fact: Oak trees (genus Quercus) can support over 500 species of insects, making them a keystone species in many forest ecosystems. Their presence increases biodiversity and stabilizes entire woodland environments.
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Ancient Egyptians Used Honey as an Antibiotic
Egyptians used honey and moldy bread to treat wounds thousands of years before the discovery of penicillin. Honey’s antibacterial properties made it a natural healing agent.
