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Ponniyin Selvan Audio Book

Ponniyin Selvan Audio Book -- check this out - all the three audio albums ---   http://tinyurl.com/P onniyinselvanAudioBo ok   Or   http://www.amazon.co m/gp/search/ref=sr_n r_i_0_br?rh=k:ponniy in,i:digital-music&k eywords=ponniyin&ie= UTF8&qid=1292355354& tag=533633855-20 http://www.amazon.com/gp/s earch/ref=sr_nr_i_0_br?rh= k%3Aponniyin%2Ci%3Adigital -music&keywords=ponniyin&i e=UTF8&qid=1292355354 http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_167835409918042&notif_t=group_activity

Jasmine -- Queen of Flowers / Flower Beauty

Jasmine plants, which are native to some of the tropical regions of the world, belong to the genus   Jasminum   and family   Oleaceae . There are around 200 species of jasmine plants in this genus and most them are vines, but, there are some shrubs too. Jasmine plants are originally from Asia, Africa and Europe, growing there due to the tropical and warm temperate climate. It is believed that the term jasmine is derived from the Persian word 'yasmin', which means 'gift from god'. Jasmine plant is widely grown as houseplants and are most often seen as climbers on other plants or on fences and trellises. Scroll down for more information about jasmine plant, its varieties and how to plant jasmine. Jasmine Plant Facts Jasmine plant is one of the most popular   houseplants   for its uniquely scented flowers. This plant is also commercially cultivated in many parts of the world, for its flowers, which is used for making garlands, flavoring tea by using it with ei...

Effects of Global Warming on Humans

Even though we humans have altered the nature to a significant extent as per our needs, the fact is that we are still dependent on its various attributes - including plants and animals, for our basic requirements. That being said the impact of global warming on nature is bound to result in adverse effects on our life. According to the World Health Organization estimates 150,000 people die every year as a result of various issues related to global warming.   Given below is a list of top ten global warming problems which we are likely to face in near future. Extreme weather with frequent floods and droughts will not just affect plants but also affect us. There have been numerous instances of untimely rains, floods and droughts in various parts of the world over the last few years. Global warming will melt all the glaciers - which are our stores of freshwater, thus leaving us devoid of water to drink. These glaciers are melting at an alarming rate and once they ...

Effects of Global Warming on Animals

It is believed that one-third of the animal species present on the planet today will become extinct by 2050 as a result of global warming and climate change. The list of extinct animals in the last 100 years validates this fact pretty well. Given below is a list of ten most gruesome global warming effects on animals across the world. Melting polar ice will result in habitat destruction for polar animals such as the polar bears, Arctic fox, penguins etc. In fact, the effects of global warming on polar bears have already started to show with a significant fall in population of this species in their natural habitat. Rise in the temperature of ocean water will destroy the coral reefs, thus resulting in destruction of the marine ecosystem which is dependent on the coral reefs to a great extent. Rise in sea level will also affect the salinity of water, and this will hamper the growth of mangroves - which support a significant amount of biodiversity on the planet. Changes in sea...

Effects of Global Warming on Plants

There is absolutely no doubt about the fact that global warming will affect terrestrial as well as marine plants. The endangered plants list is already quite lengthy and several other species are expected to join it if global warming continues unabated. Given below are ten most gruesome global warming effects on plants. Global warming will result in more wildfires, thus resulting in depletion of already dwindling forest cover across the world. The growing season for various species of plants has been altered over the last few years, and this is going to worsen with time. As a result of lack of favorable condition the ability of reproduction of several plant species will be affected, which will limit the number of these plants and eventually result in their extinction. Plant migration is yet another obvious global warming effect on Earth. Several plant species are migrating to regions with cold climate - towards the temperate region and high altitudes, wherein conditions s...

Periodic Table

A periodic table is nothing but a systematic arrangement of the chemical elements, in a table form. This credit for this invention goes to the Russian scientist named, Dmitri Mendeleev. Since its invention, the periodic table has undergone number of changes.  The periodic table is considered one of the most important reference, in studies related to chemistry. It consists of all the chemical elements known till date. The elements present in the periodic table are classified under different groups, depending on their chemical and physical properties.  They are, metalloids, alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, transition metals, other elements, non-metals, halogens, noble gases and rare earth elements. In many of the groups, the member elements have similar properties. Metalloids : The elements that come under metalloids group, bear the properties of both metals and non-metals. Boron, Silicon, Germanium, Arsenic, Antimony, Tellurium and Polonium are the elements that a...

Ways to Fight a Cold Naturally

It is a fact that no medicine can cure head cold but home remedies for head cold can significantly reduce the discomfort caused by cold.     * Gargle regularly with warm salty water or sage tea. Gargling at regular intervals keeps the mouth infection-free and helps relieve sore throat.     * Drinking hot water and hot liquids works great for nasal congestion. You should increase your liquid intake to prevent dehydration. Inflammation of membranes of nose and throat can be lowered by drinking hot liquids.     * Add 1 teaspoon honey to 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder and take this mixture 2-3 times a day. Continue taking this mixture for the whole week, then only, you will be able to notice the change.     * The easiest and the best way to fight a cold is to blow your nose regularly! Clearing off the nasal and sinus passages is necessary if you want to get rid of head cold symptoms fast. This is the best way to stop a runny nose. ...

Reading

Reading is one of most absorbing hobbies. It Sharpens ones' comprehension.Build ones' self-assurance and skill in dominating a page of print.Also helps in developing good vocabulary. Reading Techniques: Five techniques which you must master to be a better reader are Reading more, and for longer period of time,(read an entire novel or a complete magazine in single evening). Reading always, and everything, with a calm, sure, confident sense of urgency. Reading with keen awareness of the structure of a piece of writing. Reading flexibly, (adjusting your rate and style of reading to what you read and your purpose in reading it). Reading so that you interpret more of what you see in less time. What to Read?    Learning to read, as you know is a continuous, never ending process. If you do very little additional reading, or if you read only material that offers no challenge to your comprehension, your reading will be of very little use. You should neither read only for e...

Hobbies in childhood days :)

Hobbies in childhood days :) 1. playing computer games 2. watching cartoons 3. taking up different sports 4. playing a musical instrument: piano, guitar 5. looking after a pet: cat, dog, hamster, fish, parrot 6. bird watching 7. horse riding 8. collecting things: stamps, badges, postcards, pens.... 9. lots moreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee  Nice days, need them back :) Missing them :(

Interesting Hobby Ideas

Interesting Hobby Ideas body painting underwater photography rice sculpture exploring extra senatorial capacities, through different methods like hypnosis aerobics in the water animal communication making stunts cooking zany food making robots stars watching taming wild animals exploring volcanoes and underwater caves hobbies related to the religions of the world traveling and exploring exotic countries.

Puppets -- Lovely Art

A puppet is a figure which represents a certain character and is manipulated by a puppeteer. It can be a depiction of a human or a non-human character. Puppets can be very simple in construction or extremely complex. Varieties of puppets: Finger puppet: This is a very simple variation of puppet that fits into a single finger. It has no moving parts and consists of a hollow cylinder shape to cover the finger. Hand or glove puppet: This form of puppet is controlled by one hand that covers the interior of the puppet. The puppeteer controls the mouth and head and the puppet's body hangs over the entire arm. A sock puppet is a classic example of a hand or glove puppet made from a sock which is placed over the hand of the puppeteer. For sock puppets you will need: Socks Glue Scissors Card board Cereal Box Chalk Rod Puppet: A puppet made around a single rod to secure the head of a puppet is known as a rod puppet. It is controlled by the puppeteer by moving the me...

Glass Painting- Wonderful Art Work

Painting on glass is gradually becoming a very interesting hobby among both young and adults. It is a remarkable art form where the combination of the medium and the painting itself leaves one dazzled. The unique aspect of glass painting is the medium which offers the painter the "light" effect which no other medium can do. Glass painting was widely used in medieval Europe when Gothic churches and other institutions made remarkable use of glass paintings. Glass painting in India: Glass painting in India is a relatively new art form. It arrived in Gujarat during the 18th century when the Chinese merchants settled along the coastal regions of Gujarat. People were soon influenced by the art of glass painting and began to internalize by adding Indian ethos and culture. Themes were very Indian like Radha Krishna Leelas and mythological characters. Materials required for glass painting : If you are making glass painting at home then, to begin with you need the ...

Collecting Rocks

The Earth is made of rock, from the tallest mountains to the floor of the deepest ocean. Thousands of different types of rocks and minerals have been found on Earth. Most rocks at the Earth's surface are formed from only eight elements (oxygen, silicon, aluminum, iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium, and sodium), but these elements are combined in a number of ways to make rocks that are very different. Rocks on Beach Rocks are continually changing. Wind and water wear them down and carry bits of rock away; the tiny particles accumulate in a lake or ocean and harden into rock again. The oldest rock that has ever been found is more than 3.9 billion years old. The Earth itself is at least 4.5 billion years old, but rocks from the beginning of Earth's history have changed so much from their original form that they have become new kinds of rock. By studying how rocks form and change, scientists have built a solid understanding of the Earth we live on and its long hist...