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How to Make Daguerreotype Cases
A daguerreotype is a type of photograph invented by Frenchman Louis-J.-M. Daguerre in 1839. Daguerreotypes, unlike modern photographs, are all one of a kind. They are made with toxic chemicals on copper plates coated with a layer of silver. Daguerreotypes are very delicate and must be kept behind gl
How to Locate a Capping Inversion
A capping inversion -- sometimes called a "lid" -- is a weather condition that occurs when a layer of warm air rises and slides over the top of a layer of cooler air, holding it close to the ground and preventing convection, or air currents. You can locate a capping inversion visually.
How to Find the Center of Balance Point on a RC Plane
Flying a radio-controlled (RC) airplane can be both fun and relaxing as long as your plane has the proper balance. An unbalanced RC plane is difficult to control and more likely to crash. Each plane has its own center of gravity. Find your plane's center of gravity to check how balanced your plane i
Information on the Role of Telomerase
Telomerase is a biological catalyst, or enzyme, responsible for the synthesis of specialized regions of the chromosomes of many organisms called telomeres. They are present in all organisms with linear chromosomes and are necessary to maintain the integrity of the genetic information from one cell t
How to Install an Outdoor Infant Swing on a Tree
Many small children enjoy swinging. A trip to the park to spend time swinging can be a special treat for both a child and parents alike. Setting up a swing in a child's own backyard can be a great way to enjoy time swinging in a more convenient setting. A large backyard tree is a perfect spot for a
How to Build a 7.2V NiMH Battery Pack
Nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries are rechargeable and have 50 percent more capacity than nickel cadmium (NiCad) batteries and two or three times the capacity of alkaline batteries. Each battery produces 1.2 volts when fully charged. To build a 7.2-volt NiMH battery pack, you need to wire six ba
Can I Rent With an Eviction on My Record if I Have a Cosigner?
As a renter, you do your best to avoid an eviction, but sometimes things come up. You could lose your job, or your roommate could bring a pet in without the landlord's knowledge, and you could end up with an eviction on your record, which makes renting difficult but not impossible. Some landlords ma
How to Build Kitchen Storage Benches
Kitchen storage benches are beneficial in many ways, providing both a seating surface and additional kitchen storage. Whether you have a cramped kitchen and getting around your kitchen table is always a chore, or if your kitchen is overrun with cookbooks and appliances you rarely use, a kitchen stor
How to Route the Inset for a Router Table Plate
A router plate insert is made from a material that will not sag under the weight of the router over a period of time; for example, some router plate inserts are made from aluminum or thick Plexiglas. The router plate insert is designed to drop into a table, then adjusted to become flush with the tab
What Are the Basic Stages of an Insect's Life Cycle?
Insects are scientifically classified as arthropods. They have exoskeletons, hard shells that encloses their bodies, which are divided in three parts: Head, thorax, and abdomen. They have pairs of jointed legs, antennae, and compound eyes. There are more than a million species of insects in the worl
Framing Wooden Shelves
Wooden shelves are an attractive way to add organizational space to your living areas. The warmth and beauty of wood as well as its durability makes it ideal for shelves. Instead of purchasing wooden shelves, you can frame your own as a do-it-yourself woodworking project. Select a hardwood species t
How to Tell if Crystal Glass is Real
Glass made from crystal has been a popular collector’s item for hundreds of years. Antique crystal glass manufacturers include the Fostoria, Baccarat and Gorham companies. Modern companies, some of whom have been producing crystal since the 1700s, include Lenox, Steuben and Waterford. There ar
How to Do Refinishing
Refinishing can add years to the life of most woodworking. When finishes get old, they allow moisture to penetrate into the pores of the wood, causing it to swell, glue to loosen and stain to fade. Modern lacquer protects the wood from moisture penetration and stabilizes the wood. Old finishes are r
Nonstandard Measuring Tools
CaliperMidiendo image by andoni from Fotolia.comMost people have used a tape measure at one point or another to measure for appliances, curtains or furniture. But very few have any need for specialty measuring tools that are considered nonstandard, simply because they are not used by the...
How to Build a Pigeon Breeding Box
If humans could be more like pigeons, there would be no divorce in the world. Pigeons mate with the same bird for life unless something or someone breaks the pair. They live in their own nest and other pigeons are not welcome inside their nests. Pigeons mate throughout the year but are sometimes sep
Mammal Facts
Mammals include species, estimated at around 5,488, that are part of Class Mammalia. Mammals are not a particularly diverse class of animal, but do dominate many different ecosystems, with humans being the prime example. An aspect of the success of mammals is their range of environmental adaptations
Purpose of Growing Crystals
There are numerous reasons to grow crystals and many different types that you can grow. Whether you want to grow them for a science experiment or to make rock candy, the types you can grow are endless.
How Do Typhoons Occur?
What Are Typhoons?A typhoon is a region-specific term given to a type of tropical cyclone, usually occurring within the northwestern region of the Pacific Ocean, west of the International Date Line. These same systems in other regions are referred to as either hurricanes, or more...