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Can you carry a crossbow in your luggage?
Generally, weapons are not allowed in carry-on luggage but can be placed in checked luggage it they are unloaded and properly stored.
Light determines color by its wavelength, with different wavelengths corresponding to different colors in the visible spectrum. When light interacts with an object, certain wavelengths are absorbed and others are reflected or transmitted. The reflected or transmitted wavelengths determine the color that we perceive.
How long do you sit in the sun make your hair lighter with lemon juice?
Around two hours. It's quite a long process but it is worth it in the end. :)
How do you convert the number 4000000 in Roman numerals?
In Roman numerals, 4,000,000 can be represented as ̅IV, where the bar over the numeral indicates it is multiplied by 1,000. The numeral IV stands for 4, so placing the bar over it signifies 4,000,000. The Romans typically did not have a standard way to represent numbers this large, but this method is used in modern interpretations.
Do you underline research articles titles?
There are many different standards for how to write the title of a journal article (e.g. APA, MLA, IEEE, etc.) Journal articles will be underlined when written in MLA style. They will be italic in APA style. These styles are designed so it is easy to be consistent.
Occasions on which the Guru Granth Sahib is used?
The Guru Granth Sahib Ji contains prayers and teachings of the 10 Gurus. It is used in worship with a priest (called a 'Granthi') reading out of it.
Guru Granth Sahib Ji contains teachings/prayers/hymns of 6 Sikh Gurus as well as hymns of 36 saints of other religions as well (Muslim as well as Hindu). To name a few.. Bhagat Namdev, Kabir Ji, Baba Farid... Guru Granth Sahib is considered embodiment of all Sikh Gurus and a living Guru, so no Sikh function of any importance is complete without Guru Granth Sahib ji's presence
How long does it take for glue to fully cure?
The time it takes for glue to fully cure can vary depending on the type of glue used. Generally, most types of glue will fully cure within 24 hours.
What is the best medicine for an upset stomach in Egypt?
Antinal, an antibiotic you can get without a prescription at any pharmacy.
those are two different measure ments and cant be compared to each other
What is the scientific name for a whiptail lizard?
The scientific name for a whiptail lizard is genus Aspidoscelis, with different species within the genus having specific names, such as Aspidoscelis tigris for the tiger whiptail lizard.
The Flash's alter ego is Barry Allen. Barry is a forensic scientist who gains super speed after a chemical accident and becomes the superhero known as The Flash.
What is the French word for the English word excuse you?
That's two words but if you mean what is the French for "Excuse me" it can be either "Pardonnez-moi" or "Excusez-moi"
Why is a vaccine sometimes referred to as artificial immunity?
Quite simply put. The vaccine is actually an inactive virus which basically gives your body a road map in which to fight off the attacking virus.
How many chapters are there in the game spider man 2 for Playstation 2?
17, the last two are just getting 50000 hero points and the other is to get all the extras and everything else
What do you think is the importance of classifying networks?
Classifying networks is crucial for understanding their structure, function, and dynamics, which can inform better design and optimization for specific applications. It helps in identifying patterns, predicting behaviors, and facilitating efficient resource allocation across different types of networks, such as social, biological, or technological ones. Additionally, classification aids researchers and practitioners in applying appropriate analytical tools and methodologies tailored to the network's characteristics. Overall, it enhances our ability to analyze complex systems and drive innovation across various fields.
What is it called when you change the key of a song from major to minor?
when you change key it is called transposing. but when you remain in the same key but change from major to minor ( or any other change within the key) it is called 'change of mode'
Where are Bushmaster Firearms made?
Windham, Maine, although a lot of their parts are outsourced. For example, their AR-15 type receivers are manufactured by LAR Manufacturing.
A Pap smear is an examination under the microscope of cells scraped from the tip of the cervix. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that opens at the top of the vagina.
Alternative NamesPapanicolaou test
How the test is performedThe Pap smear is done as part of a gynecological exam. You will lie on a table and place your feet in stirrups to position your pelvis for examination. The health care provider will insert an instrument (speculum) into your vagina and open it slightly to see inside the vaginal canal.
The health care provider will take a sample of cells from the outside and just inside the opening of the cervix (cervical canal) by gently scraping the outside of the cervix with a wooden or plastic spatula, then inserting a small brush that looks like a pipe cleaner into the canal.
The cells are placed on a glass slide, or put in a bottle containing a preservative, and then sent to the lab for examination.
How to prepare for the testTell your health care provider if you:
- Are taking any medications or birth control pills
- Have had an abnormal Pap smear
- Might be pregnant
Within 24 hours of the test, avoid:
- Douching
- Having intercourse
- Taking a tub bath
- Using tampons
Avoid scheduling your Pap smear while you have your period (are menstruating), because blood and cells from the uterus may affect the accuracy of the Pap smear. Empty your bladder just before the test.
How the test will feelYou may have some discomfort, similar to menstrual cramps, and a feeling of pressure during the procedure. You may bleed a little bit after the test.
Why the test is performedThe Pap smear can detect cancerous or precancerous conditions of the cervix. Most invasive cancers of the cervix can be detected early if women have Pap tests and pelvic examinations.
Screening should start within 3 years after first having vaginal intercourse or by age 21. After the first test:
- Woman should have a Pap smear ever 2 years to check for cervical cancer.
- If you are over age 30 or your Pap smears have been negative for 3 times in a row, your doctor may tell you that you only need a Pap smear every 3 years.
- If you or your sexual partner have other new partners, then you should have a Pap smear every 2 years.
- After age 65-70, most women can stop having Pap smears as long as they have had three negative tests within the past 10 years.
- If you have a new sexual partner after age 65, you should begin having Pap smear screening again.
Women who have had a total hysterectomy (uterus and cervix removed) and have not had any previous history of cervical dysplasia (abnormal cells), cervical cancer, or any other kind of pelvic cancer, may not need to have Pap smears.
Normal ValuesA normal value is negative, meaning there are no abnormal cells present.
Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.
What abnormal results meanThe current system divides the abnormal results into these main areas:
- ASCUS or AGUS (atypical cells of uncertain significance): These changes may be due to infection with HPV but may also mean there are precancerous changes present.
- LSIL (low-grade dysplasia) or HSIL (high-grade dysplasia): This means precancer changes are likely to be present; the risk of cancer is greater if the result is HSIL.
- Carcinoma in situ (CIS): This usually means the abnormal changes are likely to progress to cancer.
- Atypical squamous cells (ASC-H): This means abnormal changes have been found and may be HSIL.
- Atypical glandular cells (AGC): Cell changes are seen that suggest precancer of the upper part of the cervical canal or inside the uterus.
When a Pap smear shows abnormalities, further testing or follow-up is needed. The next step depends on the results of the Pap smear, your previous history of Pap smears, and risk factors you may have for cervical cancer.
This may include:
- Colposcopy-directed biopsy
- An HPV test to check for the presence of the HPV virus types most likely to cause cancer
For minor cell changes, doctors usually recommend having a repeat Pap smear in 3-6 months.
What the risks areThere are no risks involved.
Special considerationsThe Pap smear test is not 100% accurate. Cervical cancer may be missed in a small number of cases. Fortunately, cervical cancer develops very slowly in most women and follow-up Pap smears should identify worrisome changes in time for treatment.
The following drugs may affect Pap smears:
- Colchicine
- Compounds in cigarettes
- Estrogen
- Podophyllin
- Progestins
- Silver nitrate
ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 99: management of abnormal cervical cytology and histology. Obstet Gynecol. 2008;112(6):1419-1444.
ACOG Committee on Gynecological Practice. ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 109: Cervical Cytology Screening. Obstet Gynecol. 2009 Dec;114(6):1409-1420.
Noller KL. Intraepithelial neoplasia of the lower genital tract (cervix, vulva): etiology, screening, diagnostic techniques, management. In: Katz VL, Lentz GM, Lobo RA, Gershenson DM. Comprehensive Gynecology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2007:chap. 28.
Is the concave side of the spoon what you look like?
Technically, any distortion in the shape or texture of a reflective medium (mirror, metal, water, etc.) will cause the resulting image to be somewhat inaccurate to its normal portrayal (as in, the human eye). Convex and concave are both going to distort your image. But I would think that if you were doing your make up and only had a spoon as your mirror, the concave side would allow you to be a bit more accurate in your application. It really depends of your distance from the spoon and the size of the spoon. If you get up really close (to either side), it will make your reflection more realistic than if you were farther away.
How much is 5 gallon water weight in liter?
Liter is voume not weight, but 5 gal = 18.92 liters. U.S. gallons are different from imperial gallons. 1 Imperial gallon is equal to 4.54609188 litres and 1 US gallon is equal to 3.78541178 litres. Liters on the other hand are the same everywhere. One liter equals 0.26 U.S. gallon or 0.219 Imperial gallon.
What is the most prominent feature in Jupiter's surface and what causes this feature?
Jupiter's most prominent feature is its Great Red Spot, a massive storm that has been raging for centuries. The cause of this feature is not fully understood, but it is thought to be a combination of Jupiter's powerful atmospheric dynamics and its composition of mostly hydrogen and helium gases.
Complete dominance is a genetics concept used in heterozygous alleles. The dominant allele completely suppresses expression of the recessive one so that a homozygous dominant and a heterozygous individual are phenotypically indistinguishable.
