The Triple Crown is awarded to a horse that wins the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes in the same year. Only 12 horses have won since 1919. The races are open to three-year-old Thoroughbred horses, and the winner is awarded a prize of five million US dollars. The Kentucky Derby is the first […]
A crown sheet is an essential part of a steam engine, found on ships, locomotives, and steamships. It is made up of steel panels, with the top panel called the crown sheet. The water level in the tank must never drop below the crown sheet to prevent explosions. A crown sheet is an important part […]
The Crown Jewels are symbols of the monarch’s right to the throne. Oliver Cromwell sold and destroyed historic jewels, but King Charles II commissioned new ones. The Imperial State Crown is the most recognized and contains the Ruby of the Black Prince, Cullinan II diamond, and Sapphire of Edward the Confessor. Other objects include swords, […]
A crown valve regulates and dissipates pressurized steam in industrial steam boiler systems. It can also allow steam to enter the piping system. Crown valves are used as safety measures and have indicators to show if they are open or closed. Early valves were made of cast iron, but steel and bronze became standard for […]
A crown corporation is a government-established and regulated company, mostly used in Canada but applicable worldwide. They pursue commercial matters only and are controlled by legal constraints and public policy. Examples include Air Canada, Canada Post and Canadian National Railway. A crown corporation is a company established and regulated by the government of a country. […]
A crown roast is a circular roast made from the rib section of the loin cut, typically filled with stuffing and served at formal events. Pork, lamb, and veal are common choices, and the roast is often decorated with paper hats. The filling is cooked separately for food safety reasons, and the roast is seasoned […]
The stem group/crown group classification was created by Willi Hennig to classify relationships between living and extinct organisms. The crown group includes all living species and their extinct descendants up to the common ancestor, while the stem group includes all species not in the crown group. Stem groups provide insights into evolution and can contain […]
A Crown Prosecutor brings criminal cases against defendants, determines whether to file a complaint, and negotiates plea deals. They represent the state, not the victim. They may be politically motivated and appointed. A Crown Prosecutor has the responsibility of bringing a criminal case against the defendant, either regionally or nationally. These prosecutors also determine whether […]
The UK Crown Court handles serious crimes and has over 90 seats in England and Wales. It oversees juvenile and adult cases and has a hierarchical judicial system. The High Court has limited control over the Crown Court, which was established in 1971 to replace smaller courts. Juveniles who commit heinous crimes are often sent […]
Dental crown pain can be caused by an ill-fitting crown, incorrect root canal procedure, gum recession, or overzealous cleaning. It can lead to sensitivity, irritation, and infection. Patients should take care of the area around the crown but avoid injuring the nearby gum tissue. There are a variety of reasons a patient may experience dental […]
