Open and closed circulation In humans and in the higher animals, the pulmonary group of arteries and veins are a closed system within the overall system; the overall system being referred to as an open system. It is not an…
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There are two basic types of circulatory systems in animals that require blood be pumped through the organism to deliver oxygen and remove waste. There is an open circulatory system and a closed circulatory system. In the most simple terms…
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The Coreopsis (koh-ree-op-sis) or Tickseed is a member of the daisy family. The botanical name comes from the Greek koris, for bug and opsis for the seed’s resemblance to ticks. Tickseed, the common name, is beloved for its foliage as…
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Common beetles that can be found in Great Britain: Bee-eating beetle – Trichodes apiaries These beetles live in warm places and measure 9-15 mm in length. Adult beetle look for other insects to eat, by searching flowers. They are seen…
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The Convallaria majalis, or the Lily of the Valley, is a woodland flower that is native to the Northern Hemisphere in Asia and Europe. There are also a few that are native to the Eastern United States. This delicate flower…
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The Florida butterfly orchid grows in the swamps of central Florida.The Florida butterfly orchid is the most common wild orchid in the world. It grows on trees instead of the ground. They like the cypress, oak, pop ash, pond apple, cedar, palm…
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Maple trees are very pretty trees. They can provide color and shade to a garden or landscape. Many beautiful and tasty things come from the Maple trees. A couple of these items are pretty maple furniture and yummy, sweet maple…
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Trees are one of the most important organisms to ever exist on planet Earth. Food for all living organisms originates from trees and other members in the plant kingdom. Every single organism depends directly or indirectly on trees for their…
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Imagine a world without honey. Just when people have started to appreciate the health benefits of natural foods the honey bee appears to be disappearing and, as is so often the case, no one really knows why. What is certain…
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The Red Campion is a flowering plant that is native to Europe. The flowers of this plant are dark pink to red. They do not have a scent but they are really attractive and bright. You can see the flower…
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