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Mexico
Mexico is a country on the southern tip of North America. Not to be confused with the US State of New Mexico, it is home of ancient Aztec and Maya civilizations. Also known for Tequila, Mariachis, Cancun and Los Cabos, this is the place to ask anything related to Mexico.
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What type of government and political factors does Mexico have?
It is a "federal presidential representative democratic republic" whose government is based on a congressional system, whereby the president of Mexico is both head of state and head of government, and of a multi-party electoral system.
In short, it has a form of government much like that of the United States.
What state fought for its own independence from Mexico in 1836 and was its own country until 1848?
Many south east states were once part of Mexico. The most famous battle is the Texas battle, the Alamo.
Who was the first European explorer of Mexico?
Alot of people say it was Christopher Columbus but the true answer is the Vikings. If you are looking for one specific person the leader of the Vikings was Leif Ericson, son of Eric the Red.
How much oil spilled into the Gulf of Mexico so far?
June 3, 1979 : Ixtoc I oil spill. 454,000 - 484,000 tonnes.
April 20, 2010: BP Deepwater Horizon (Macondo Blowout) Oil spill. 492,000 - 627,000 tonnes.
Minor Spills:September 16, 2004: Taylor Energy wells. Hurricane Ivan caused leaks to 26 wells near Louisiana. 62 - 96 tonnes.June 8, 1990: Mega Borg SE of Galveston. Explosions in a tanker's pump room caused fire and oil spills while transferring oil 16,500 tonnes.
October 23, 2007: Kab 101 - Storms caused damage to Kab 101 causing collisions, leaks resulting in evacuation of oil rigs. 1,869 tonnes.
Total:964,000 - 1,130,000 tonnes of oil6.6 million - 8 million barrels of oil
275 million - 335 million gallons of oil
1.05 billion - 1.27 billion litres of oil
This answer is based on a using today's date, 09/21/2010. Make your own calculations for dates in the future.
Answer:
The gusher is estimated by the quasi-official Flow Rate Technical Group to be flowing at 35,000 to 60,000 barrels of crude oil per day (wikipedia.org). There are 42 gallons in a barrel, so that's 1.5 to 2.5 million gallons per day.
BP has stated that it is impossible to precisely know the amount of oil that is flowing. There is no place on the well to install a gauge. However, a task force has been established to estimate the volume of oil spilled in the gulf.
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How much is it worth in Mexico a madero 500?
Silver bullion comes in many forms, bars and rounds that have Santa on then to coins from different countries backed by there currency. Many investers look for the latter for the idea of the secondary value if silver ever crashed. With that said condition is king along with availability and demand. Silver spot price per ounce is the starting point for value then you add going rate for that coins premium usually a couple dolars above silvers price for the demand, condition, and the purity that country refined the coin to, I.E..999 or .9999 percent pure. I am not sure but unless the coin is untouched and "proof", it is just a few dollars above silvers price for the amount of silver in the coin. It spears to be about a half ounce by looking but that isn't hard to find out. Hope that helps.
Why did some people oppose war with Mexico?
A Mexican cavalry unit crossed the Rio Grande and ambushed an American patrol, killing or wounding 16 American soldiers. Two days later, Congress declared war, and the War with Mexico began. Not everyone favored war. Some people felt that the conflict was unjust and did not see the need to declare war.
How long would it take to fly from Cozumel Mexico to Honolulu Hawaii?
Both cities are 2,850 kilometers (1,772 miles) apart from each other, on a straight line. There are also no direct flights between Boston and Cozumel. Common connections include Dallas, New York, Washington or Houston, meaning your flight may take from 8hours (Boston - Dallas-Fort Worth - Cozumel) up to 21 hours or more (Boston - Dallas-Fort Worth - Cancun - Cozumel).
When did Mexico own California?
From 1821 when Mexico won its independence, until 1848 when it lost it to the United States after the Mexican-American War (1846-1848).
Why do Mexicans make fun of Americans?
As new immigrants have entered the US, the people already living here have always been unwelcoming to them. The Irish faced discrimination in the 1800's the Italians and eastern Europeans in the early 1900's; the Jews into the 1930's, etc. Once the groups assimilated the ethnic discrimination died down. The main difference with previous immigration and Mexicans is the fact that they have retained their native language and to an extent culture for a longer period of time.
This leads to the xenophobic reactions from many Americans.
A bit more:
The above answer tends to lump all Americans into one big racist group. I am not racist to those of Mexican heritage, or to those of any heritage or race. And I know my family and friends feel the same way. To put all Americans in the same group with those who are racist is not accurate, nor is it fair.
I detest racism, bigotry, and prejudice in any form, and will not tolerate it from anyone. All people, no matter what race, religion, sexual orientation, nationality, etc. are equal. So I, and many, many other Americans, are not in that group, and don't want it to be said that we are.
As to the Americans who are racist towards Mexicans, I don't think it's the race they have a problem with, but more the illegal Mexican immigrants than the race itself.
But, sadly, there are some who are prejudiced against all other races, nationalities, and religions. And there simply is no good reason for it.
Dr arnoldo portillo in progreso Mexico?
The man and his staff are fabulous. My husband has had four root canals and crowns done there over the years and they have never caused him any trouble later. Now I am going down next week for a root canal. Dr. Portillo does not do the root canal part...he brings in a specialist or sometimes has a specialist on staff, but you can bank on his work. He has never, ever tried to run up a bill on us like another dentist in Progresso did. When we went to another guy, he told us that the three of us who were there together all needed 5, 6, or 7 fillings. We all then went to our USA dentists and not a one of us had a cavity. we didn't go to Portillo that day because we didn't have appts and he was too busy.
Why was 2000 presidential election in Mexico significant?
It ended more than 70 years of undisputed wins by the PRI (Partido Revolucionario Institucional - Institutional Revolutionary Party).
On the 2000 election, the candidate from the PAN (Partido Accion Nacional - National Action Party), Vicente Fox, was elected.
Can a Canadian enter Mexico with an expired passport?
This makes no sense, but I think you mean if with an expired passport you can travel from Mexico to New Mexico or vice versa. In that case no, you need an ID or birth certificate if you are going to Mexico; if you are going to the US state of New Mexico from Mexico you need a passport AND a visa issued by the US government.
How many pesos in 100 canadian dollars?
1 CAD = 12.27 MXN (conversely 1 MXN = 0.081 CAD)
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Where can one find information on Puerto Vallarta?
To find information on all inclusive Puerto Rico vacations you could contact a local travel agent or search through online travel agencies. Each of these agencies will have information and pricing.
Who are the most famous Mexican cartel Leaders?
The Mexican Mafia's founder is Luis ''Huero Buff'' Flores.
Do you go through us customs when flying from Australia to Mexico via lax?
No because Canadian flights to Mexico go north over the north pole and over South America not south over the USA,
{Just Kidding}
no you do not have to go threw US customs on a flight from Canada to Mexico or vise versa.
If you were born in the USA and your parents were born in Mexico what are you?
Well most people would see you as a Mexican American.
Mexicans themselves are ethnically diverse. Mexicans can be of European, West African and Indigenous. There are also smaller groups from all around the world, including Arabs and Chinese.
Most Mexicans are of mixed Amerindian and European (especially Spanish) descent.
How did maximilian become emperor of Mexico?
He was installed as part of a puppet regime led by the French Empire (Napoleon III), when French forces invaded Mexico. See related questions.
How is Mexico City trying to stop the pollution?
Yes, but as you should know, it is a problem of gargantuan proportions. Trying to reduce waste and pollution generated by 114 million people is not easy task. Some initiatives would include:
- Reforestation of many areas and regions affected by indiscriminate logging.
- Benefits and aids to farmers who employ 'sustainable' or 'organic' agricultural practices.
- Projects intending to exploit Mexico's renewable sources while decreasing dependence on fossil fuels.
What was the largest pyramid constructed in Teotihuacán?
I guess its The Ariz Ruins(I only think so) well there I answered it.
It conquered and eventually began to colonize Mexico in 1521, during the Age of Discovery. After being a colony of Spain for 300 years, Mexico declared (1810) and won its independence from Spain in 1821.
How does manifest destiny affect Mexico in the Mexican-American war?
At the very least, they had to fight during the Mexican-American War (1846-1848) due to American ambitions on their western territories.
Then, after the Mexican-American War was lost, Mexico was forced to cede the whole states of California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas, as well as parts of Wyoming, Colorado, Oklahoma and Kansas.
Finally, after these were taken by the United states, most Mexican people already-inhabiting those lands were eventually driven-off by American settlers -- usually helped by the U.S. Government -- bent on fulfilling the Manifest Destiny.
