A vaccine is the preparation of dead microorganisms, living weakened microorganisms or inactivated toxins. Its administration induces the development of immunity and protection against a pathogen or toxin and is called a vaccination.
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Superman, also known as Clark Kent or The Man of Steel, is an alien superhero. He was born in Krypton, but left for Earth in his quest to save his home. His powers include superhuman strength, skin (defense), and speed, the ability to shoot lasers from his eyes, ice breath, and flight. He has only two weaknesses: Kryptonite and any other star but the sun.
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Science Fiction and Fantasy TV shows are make-believe stories that make use of special effects to create non-existent world. Science fiction shows focus on advancement in science or technology, while fantasy shows center on worlds of magic and supernatural adventures.
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This category is for questions on <a href="http://www.answers.com/topic/the-chronicles-of-narnia">The Chronicles of Narnia</a> book series by CS Lewis. The chronicles includes The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, and The Silver Chair, The Horse and His Boy, The Magician's Nephew, and The Last Battle.
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Fantasy is a literary genre that typically features magic or supernatural powers to create an otherworldly setting and plot.
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The Phillies are currently the longest standing same-named, same-city same in American sports having been born in 1883. They play in the National League's Eastern Division. Here you can ask questions about the players, the coaches and anything else about the team.
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The EX is a rebadged sixth-generation model of the Honda Civic. Available as a sedan or coupe, it features a remote entry system, high-horsepower VTEC engine, power sunroof, body-colored side mirrors and side moldings.
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Angels, EastEnders, and Hollyoaks are television British soap operas. These soap operas revolved around characters that come from working-class communities, unlike their American counterparts, which are romantic in general. Most serials are aired in the late afternoon or early evening.
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Based in Ōta, Tokyo, Japan, Canon is a multinational corporation specializing in the production of imaging and optical products, including cameras, steppers, computer printers and photocopiers. It also produces medical, broadcast and optical products, including broadcast lenses.
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General category for the skills associated with combat and fighting. Usually references the unarmed arts from Asia, it also includes traditional weapons and the arts from other parts of the world.
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The world's most popular sport, football, is known as soccer in the United States. Ask questions about Major League Soccer as well as the US national team here.
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Originally the Boston Red Caps who became a Major League Baseball team and joined the National League in 1876 therefore being one of the longest active franchises in the Major Leagues, they also used the team names Beaneaters, Doves, Rustlers, Braves and Bees. They went back to Braves and moved to Milwaukee in 1953 becoming the Milwaukee Braves after which they moved to Atlanta in 1966 becoming the Atlanta Braves. This category is for questions relating to the team, its players and anything else about the team itself.
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Animal Crossing is the first version of the Animal Crossing series. This category includes information about the game, as well as questions comparing versions of Animal Crossing games.
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LeBron James, the 6'9" 250 pound small forward who came right out of high school to play in the NBA, was the number one overall pick in the 2003 draft. He is considered to be the next Michael Jordan, and continues to add to the record books after winning the MVP for the 2008-2009 season. Ask your questions about LeBron here!
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This category includes the humble hammer and pliers as well as the more modern equivalents such as nail guns, power saws, and precision laser levels. Tools that a professional construction worker as well as the weekend handy man has are discussed in this category.
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The Grand Am SE was a rebadged fifth-generation variant of the Pontiac Grand Am manufactured by General Motors from 1999 to 2005. The car featured a four-speed automatic transmission and a 3.4-liter 3400 V6 engine.
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Traveling with the family and kids can be fun and tiring as well. Here, questions are answered on how to get there, what to pack, how long it will take, and more vital information on family travel. It can't be that bad. You are spending family time together!
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Pirates have been robbing and pillaging since ancient times. Some better known pirates are Blackbeard, Jose Gaspar, Sir Francis Drake, Henry Morgan and Captain William Kidd. Although piracy was in its hay day between the 17th and 19th centuries, it is still being battled against today.
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Mother Teresa (26 August 1910 – 5 September 1997), was an Albanian Roman Catholic nun with Indian citizenship who founded the Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata (Calcutta), India in 1950. For over 45 years she ministered to the poor, sick, orphaned, and dying, while guiding the Missionaries of Charity's expansion, first throughout India and then in other countries.
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The word “arthritis” means joint inflammation and it can be used to refer to more than 100 different diseases that cause pain, stiffness, swelling, and sometimes permanent joint damage. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States and can affect anyone at any age.
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Crime TV shows are compelling glimpses into the lives of policemen and detectives. Ask questions here about popular crime TV shows.
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The Nissan Maxima is a large four-door sports sedan manufactured by Nissan. It was launched in July 1976 as an upgrade version of the Nissan Bluebird. The car’s model is also called Nissan Laurel or Nissan Cefiro in other markets.
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Creative writing refers to a writing style that expresses thoughts and ideas in an imaginative way. It involves creating a work of fiction, non-fiction, or poetry, going beyond the technical, professional, journalistic, and academic form of literature.
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Hot air balloons were first invented by the Chinese in the mid fourteenth century. Learn more about these contraptions in this category.
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A barrier constructed across a waterway to control the flow or raise the level of water.
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Landmarks are features or places that are highly recognizable. They were originally used to track locations, but they have also become famous as tourist areas. There are people that will save their entire lives to make a trip just to see the Eiffel Tower, the Golden Gate Bridge, or the Great Wall.
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Fetal development refers to the stages of development of the fetus. In humans, there are three stages of development, divided into three trimesters. The fetus continues to develop from the day of conception until it is born after nine months.
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Includes questions related the use of symbolic representation and the comparison of unlike things.
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Power Rangers first aired as a TV series in August 1993 and it was adapted from a Japanese Super Sentai television series. Power Rangers filmed and released two movies and has also released various merchandise such as cards, comics, magazines, books, toys, video games, video tapes and DVDs. During Saban's time as the owner, some of his Ranger teams have also went on Live Tours. Saban owned the series from 1993 until late in 2001, when Disney gained control of it until early 2010 when Saban re-bought the show.
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Braces are the most common way for adults and kids to straighten their teeth. Many people worry about getting braces on, getting them off, problems with their braces, and more. In this category, there will be questions about all of these things to give people reassurance and guidance.
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