McDonald’s is easily accessible in the lower 48 US states, with the furthest location being in the middle of the Nevada desert. The US has over 14,000 outlets, with Montpelier being the only state capital without one. McDonald’s sells 75 hamburgers per second worldwide and offers wedding rentals in Hong Kong. French fries were not […]
Population in hurricane-prone coastal areas from North Carolina to Texas has increased by 163% since 1960 due to people’s desire to live near water, advances in building technology, and federal flood insurance. Some areas, like Homestead, Florida, have seen significant population growth, while others, like New Orleans, have decreased. Florida, Texas, and Louisiana are the […]
High radon areas in the US are mostly in the northern states, with Iowa having the highest concentration due to uranium in the soil. Radon can enter homes through cracks and joints, and testing is recommended. Radon is a leading cause of lung cancer, and preventative measures should be taken if levels are high. High […]
Barometric pressure is the weight of air in an area, measured in inHg or hPa. Honolulu and San Diego have the smallest range of pressure variations in the US, while St. Paul and Charleston have the largest. Pressure is affected by factors such as altitude, temperature, and weather changes. Health problems such as joint pain, […]
Animals colonized the continental interior in the late Silurian or early Devonian, with insects likely being the first. The evolution of wings allowed insects to travel inland, provided there was sufficient food in the form of plants. Colonization of the continental interior occurred around the same time as vascular plants evolved, with fossil examples being […]
Liability law protects against personal injury caused by willful actions or negligence. Tort law has subcategories such as intentional and economic torts. Defamation and misrepresentation can also lead to legal action. Negligence can result from traffic accidents, medical accidents, or product malfunctions. Companies have a responsibility to identify and eliminate safety risks to avoid legal […]
