The American Quarter Horse is a breed known for its speed and stocky build. It originated in America and is popular for racing, rodeo, and horse shows. The breed’s history dates back to the early 1600s, and its characteristics include limited white markings, heavy muscles, and a gentle nature. The American Quarter Horse Association is […]
The quarter life crisis, characterized by disillusionment, frustration, and insecurity, is increasingly recognized by health professionals. It is often fueled by the challenges of transitioning from college to the workforce, including difficulty finding work and adjusting to new communication techniques. Self-help books and career counseling can be helpful in coping with this crisis. The quarter […]
The Empty Quarter, the largest unbroken stretch of sand in the world, covers 650,000 square kilometers across Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman, and the UAE. It has a hyper-arid climate with low biodiversity, but supports some life, including gazelles, oryx, sandcats, and spiny-tailed lizards. Beneath the dunes are vast oil reserves, and the area was less […]
The Wisconsin state quarter, released in 2004, features a dairy cow, cheese, and corn, reflecting the state’s agricultural industry. Wisconsin is known as the Dairy State and is the largest producer of cheese in the US. The state motto, “Forward,” is also displayed on the quarter. The design was chosen from over 9,000 submissions and […]
The Oregon State Quarter was issued in 2005 as the 6th specially designed district in the State Quarters Series. It features Crater Lake, Watchmen and Hillman Peaks, and Wizard Island, with the year Oregon became a state and the year of issue. It was chosen over other designs by the Governor of Oregon and has […]
The Oklahoma State Quarter, released in 2008, features the scissor-tailed flycatcher and Indian blanket. The design was chosen through a democratic process and approved by the US Department of the Treasury. It is part of the 50 States series, which began in 1997 to encourage coin collecting. The Oklahoma State Quarter dates to 2008 and […]
The French Quarter in New Orleans is a historic neighborhood known for its architecture, attractions, and cultural significance. It was originally inhabited by French immigrants and has a marked Franco-Spanish influence. Visitors can enjoy bars, restaurants, shopping, museums, and music in the area. The French Quarter is a National Historic Landmark and has been preserved […]
The state quarter series, issued between 1999 and 2008, honors each of the 50 United States with a specific image on the back. They are legal tender and have become collectible, but their value is expected to appreciate slowly due to the large numbers in circulation. The coins were initially controversial but were authorized by […]
The Florida State Quarter was the 27th coin in the 50 State Quarters® program, released in 2004. The design features a Spanish galleon, sabal palms, and the Space Shuttle. The program aimed to honor each state with five different quarters produced each year over a 10-year period. The winning design was submitted by Ralph Butler, […]
The Ohio State Quarter was the 17th coin in the US Mint 50 States series, released in 2002 to honor Ohio’s history and attract coin collectors. The idea for the series dates back to 1993 and was officially launched in 1997. The Ohio design features an outline of the state, a Wright Brothers plane, and […]
A waveplate controls the polarization of light by causing a phase shift in polarized light. A quarter wave plate transforms linearly polarized light into circularly polarized light and is used in imaging, laser, semiconductor, and aerospace applications. Quartz is often used as a retardant material, and other materials like mica, magnesium fluoride, and sapphire can […]
