Primates and Primate Evolution Primates evolved from mammals in the Mesozoic era about 225-65 million years. Firstly, the primates evolved during the adaptive radiation to produce archaic hominids. The earliest primates were known as the proto-primates. They include the plesiadapiformes, such as the purgatorious, and emerged during the period of cretaceous in the Paleocene epoch Sicox, 2016). Primate evolution has been explained through various theories and fossil evidence such as the skull, the teeth, and the skeletons. However, fossil records have been insufficient in elaborating on the evolution of primates. The inadequate evidence maybe because the primates die and decompose quickly. Besides, the scavengers fed on the primates when they died, and their bodies were not preserved. The paper aims at discussing primates and their evolution. Living primates have a suite of traits shared traits that comprise convergent eyes. Most primates depend primarily on the sense of vision compared to other animals. The eyes are located at the front of the skull and have a postorbital closure that protects the eye socket. Moreover, primates have a large and complex brain,…
The impact of folklore in different countries on the way people treat animals Introduction Folklore entails the culture and sub-cultures shared by a group of individuals like ethnic communities. The cultures are exhibited in proverbs, jokes, oral traditions and tales. Different culture has had strong relations adjoined in ceremonies and rituals. Animals are vital elements of making such rituals a success. History indicates that animals were used as resources as early as 10,000 years. They were initially relied on as sources of food due to the nomadic life of a human. The human adoption of a sedentary lifestyle also led to a change in the relationship between human and animals to a servant-master co-existence. The initial relationship was subject to less transformation. Specism, however, took charge where human maintained hypocritical relation for conversion of some animals to both domestic and commercial foodstuffs. The industrialism era, for instance, saw the dominance of socialistic and capitalistic societies struggle for dominance. The societies had varied perspectives on human existence with little attention to animals. Capitalists were however blamed on the utilization of every…
Examining the Significance of Metaphors in a Poem People with boiling anger are usually advised to let go of steam. Psychologists say it is an effective anger management strategy. The phrase, “boiling anger” and “let go steam” may seem inapplicable to human. But that is how exactly they are meant to appear in their contextualized usage. They are referred to as metaphors. According to the Merrian Webster dictionary, metaphor is a word or phrase used in the place of an object suggesting a likeness or the analogy existing between them. In this sense, an object could be abstract but understood in the conceptual domain. Abstract domain metaphors describe an idea or anything without concrete existence like feelings or emotions. (Idström Anna np). Metaphors give two unrelated things a standard comparison. They are features of style employed by writers to give readers a sense of feeling and meaning. For instance, the phrase “boiling anger” gives two unrelated things a commonality. The process of boiling is separate from anger. However, using them together creates an expression that employs a deeper meaning. A…
What is Strep Throat? We live in an age where pollution is at its peak and there are a number of different health problems which are caused to an individual because of the same. This is the reason as to why sometimes a sore and scratchy throat is taken lightly by a lot of people. However, it could be a much bigger problem than it actually seems to be. This soreness and scratchiness of the throat can be signs of a Strep Throat. Strep throat is a condition wherein due to a bacterial infection a person might have a throat that is scratchy and sore. The following article would help you in knowing more about what Strep Throat is, what are its signs and symptoms and how can it be cured. What is Strep Throat? There are a lot of people who do not know about this concept and therefore would want to know what Strep Throat actually is. Strep Throat is an infection which takes place in the throat as well as the tonsils of an individual. The…
What is THC? So, by now you’ve probably heard of THC and its use for both recreational and medicinal purposes. THC is a chemical compound (Lipid) that binds onto cannabinoid receptors in the brain, affecting the release of neurotransmitters and causing various physiological and psychological outcomes. THC is extracted from the cannabis plant. The cannabis plant has up to 104 cannabinoids. Of this number, there are only two dominant cannabinoids: THC and CBD, when consumed THC is psychoactive, unlike CBD, which does not cause a person to get “high.” In full, THC stands for Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol. It is abundant in the reproductive organs of the marijuana plant. There are two breeds of the cannabis plant: Hemp and Marijuana. Of these two, marijuana contains the most THC. It’s produced by the glands of the plant, so it is mostly harvested from the buds and flowers of a female marijuana plant. Worth noting, though, is that raw pot usage doesn’t deliver an intense weed high. Natural THC does not just exist on its own in the pot plant; rather, it is locked in…
Cons of Eating junk foods Junk food is foods with no or low nutritional value to the user. Pre-prepared foods are generally cooked before the client places an order. These foods include fried chicken, pizza, burger, and tacos. Packed junk foods are prepared by organizations and filled in tins, wrapped, placed in containers, and treated with preservers so that they last for a more extended period. Examples of packed junk foods are snacks, cakes, carbonated drinks, candies, gum, and chocolate. Junk food has widely been adopted across the world because they are cheap and convenient for most consumers. Eating junk foods is not a healthy way to sustain our bodies. Generally, junk foods are not a better option if one is to choose what to include in the diet. The consequences of eating junk food and having a sedentary life are obesity. Obesity causes several complications in the body, such as increased levels of cholesterol in the body, obstructing the arteries. It also increases the risks of coronary illnesses and causes physical discomfort due to the added weight. As junk…
High-Protein Diet for Weight Loss Introduction One of the most essential nutrients for weight loss is protein. An important part of staying healthy is eating a balanced diet though it may be of great benefit consuming foods rich in protein. Some of the benefits may be weight loss, muscle building and a feeling of always being full. When combined with exercise a high protein diet can help in building lean muscles. Throughout the day the lean muscles help in calories burning an essential for weight loss. This research work seeks to identify if eating foods rich in high-protein can help in weight loss. Do you think Marion should go on this diet? Why or why not? Support with evidence-based research According to food experts, in order to loss weight fast consuming protein –filled diet can be of great help (Pagona, et al, 315) For Marion to loss the 15 extra pounds gained while in her freshman year of college she can choose to go for the high-protein diet in order to lose the weight. Consuming a high-protein diet can help…
Tips for hunting lawyers online Life has become easier since the inception of the internet. You must agree that most of the tasks that used to take a lot of your time are now done within few minutes. From shopping for your favorite items to hiring professionals, the web has been an amazing source of great achievements. Many people have embraced the idea since it is cheap, and it is not as time-devouring as the traditional methods. Well, when it comes to looking for service providers, the internet has offered endless choices. You can now find a lawyer online whenever you have a legal matter that demands an expert in law to deal with. However, it sucks to find out that many people do not realize how to go about it since they are bombarded with endless results upon a single search on the web. Here are tips to help you out. Look For Lawyers in Your City or Near You There will always be service providers near you. Thus, you can search for lawyers in your area or type…
Location Analytics How consumers benefit from business analytics Location analytics is a means the company uses to get information useful in their business from the geographical locations targeted. All elements of business exist in a certain location at a certain time. Companies can utilize location analytics to help them comprehend how all elements of businesses interact with each other. This way, they get to understand their potential clients, as well as a means to optimize their supply chain. This way, they can provide consumers with quality products that will certify their wants and needs more efficiently. How location analytics boosts customer satisfaction Through locational analytics, a company can increase customer satisfaction and strengthen customer relationships. The company can identify the locations of the customers. From then, they will strategize on the most efficient way to deliver the products to the market efficiently. For instance, the company can decide if, according to the location of clients, whether they can offer free home deliveries or at a price, etc. customers get to benefit from location analytics in that they can easily access…
Make CBD oil Work Faster in 5 ways The promoters of cannabidiol (commonly known as CBD) have accepted that it can moderate torment and that it has essential characteristics generally. Hence a good no. of individuals are going for it to curb different issues like nervousness, inconvenience resting, constant agony, etc., while more research is required to be conducted on its impact. What does CBD oil mean? CBD, also known as cannabinoids, is one of the many mixes from the cannabis plant. The scientist has been conducting researches on imaginable restorative employment of cannabinoids. The focuses and work of CBD oils fluctuate. The CBD oil contains a grouping of CBD. Where does CBD originate? CBD is sourced from a cannabis plant. The Individuals degree of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is what makes the users suggest that the cannabis plant is either hemp or marijuana. Planting of hemp plants is legalized under the farm bill. Hemp plants should contain less than 0.3% of THC throughout the year. The law has restricted the hemp ranchers to this percentage of THC so that it…