How Did Japanese Car Mazda Get Its Name?
The name “Mazda” was introduced to Japan in October 1931. Mazda started its life as a cork manufacturer back in 1920. The year 1931…
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Why Do Rotten Eggs Float in Water?
Some people say that rotten eggs float on the surface of the water because the liquid matter inside the egg changes into the gaseous state.…
Why Is Yangmei Called Superfruit?
You may know it by another name. Some people call it bayberry. Others say it’s waxberry. You may have heard it called the yamamomo…
Why Is Mercaptan Added to Natural Gas?
Natural gas in its native state is colorless and almost odorless. In order to assist consumers in detecting leaks, an odorizer, tert-Butylthiol (t-butyl mercaptan),…
How Did October Get Its Name?
The months’ names reflect a mix of gods and goddesses, rulers, and numbers. This month, we focus on the month of October. In the ancient…