Defense scientists in India are working on a new use for the Bhut Jolokia pepper. The Bhut Jolokia pepper is also known as Ghost Chili or Ghost Pepper and is listed in the Guinness World Records as the hottest chili pepper in the world. Indian weapons experts believe the peppers can be used in modified hand grenades to disable and disperse unruly crowds without hurting anyone.
The distance around the earth at the equator is roughly 24,901 miles. A group of scientists, engineers and boat builders are building a solar-powered boat that is designed to make a trip around the world in about four (4) months at a speed of 10 knots, using only power from the sun.
The catamaran-type vessel created and developed by Planet Solar, will be covered with over 5,000 square feet of photovoltaic cells on its 98 foot long hull. At a cost of about $13 million, this will be the most expensive boat of its type, but the real value is in proving it can be done.
The terms often get mixed up when we talk about organic foods, natural foods and health foods. While there are many healthy and natural foods, very few of them are organic foods. However, more organic food products are becoming available every day. The organic food market is growing at the rate of 17-20% annually compared to traditional foods that have experienced a mere 2-5% growth in annual sales.
The world is becoming more aware of the need to reduce the amount of trash taken to landfills. Most major cities are suffering from waste overload as landfills are filling up at a record pace. Rural areas are likewise experiencing difficulty in handling the enormous amount of garbage generated every day.
The United States is responsible for about 220 million tons of trash per year. As of 2009, about 66 million tons of that is recycled (32%) rather than taken to landfills. Canada produces about 14 million tons per year, of which about 5 million tons are recycled (39%). Mexico is responsible for about 36 million tons per year with 1.2 million tons being recycled (3.3%). The United Kingdom produces about 35 million tons per year, with 9.5 million tons being recycled (27%).
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