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Fulmination refers to a strong verbal expression of vehement protest, disapproval or criticism. It can also refer to a sudden explosion or violent expression of energy or occurrence. In chemistry, it refers to the sudden and violent detonation of certain substances or mixtures.

In colonial American architecture and design, the First Period was the time period of approximately 1626 through 1725. There are more houses constructed by Americas earliest settlers in Essex County, Massachusetts than anywhere else in the country. Its successor is the Colonial Georgian Period.

lē′o-nīn, adj. a kind of Latin verse, generally alternate hexameter and pentameter, rhyming at the middle and end. [From Leoninus, a 12th-cent. canon in Paris; or from Pope Leo II.]

John Hasbrouck Van Vleck was an American physicist and mathematician who is regarded as one of the fathers of modern quantum theory. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1977 jointly with Philip W. Anderson and Sir Nevill F. Mott for their research into electronic structure of magnetic and disordered systems. He made major contributions to the understanding of the behavior of electrons in magnetic solids. His works laid the foundation for the development of modern computing and data storage technology.

Five-petaled refers to a flower or plant that produces blossoms with five petals. These plants often have a symmetrical, round shape and can come in a variety of sizes, colors and types.

A voltaic battery, also known as a galvanic battery, is a device that generates electrical energy through a chemical reaction called a redox reaction. It is composed of two or more different chemical substances or metals, known as electrodes, that are immersed in a conducting solution, called an electrolyte. When the battery is connected to a device, a chemical reaction takes place which allows electrical energy to flow from one electrode (the anode) to the other (the cathode), thereby powering the device.

A person with a chemical or psychological dependency on a drug, especially one which is illegal or improperly procured.

Verb form of the word include.

One-fifth is a fractional number equivalent to 0.2. In mathematical terms, it represents a single part when a whole is divided into five equal parts. It can also be written as 1/5.

a collection of papers containing detailed information about a particular person or subject (usually a persons record)

Price-fixing is an agreement or arrangement between competitors or businesses within the same industry to set, fix, maintain, or stabilize prices of goods or services, rather than allowing market forces to determine them. This is commonly seen as an illegal practice as it restricts competition and can significantly disadvantage consumers by inflating prices artificially. It often violates antitrust and competition laws.

Mutamycin, also known as Mitomycin C, is a powerful antibiotic and anticancer medication derived from the Streptomyces species of bacteria. It is widely used in chemotherapy treatments for a variety of cancer types such as stomach, pancreatic, bladder, and breast cancers. Its function is to inhibit DNA synthesis in cancerous cells, which stops their growth and proliferation.

Epinephelus fulvus, commonly known as the Blacktip Grouper or Reeffish, is a species of marine fish in the family Serranidae. They are typically found in coral reefs, rock jetties and pilings in the subtropical regions often located in the Western Atlantic, Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. They are characterized by their dark or pale body with alternating black or dusky vertical stripes and a distinctive black tip on their dorsal fin. They are known for their predatory behavior and are of interest for commercial and recreational fishing due to their size and food value.

A nuclear-powered submarine is a type of underwater naval vessel that is powered by a nuclear reactor. The reactor generates heat which produces steam that drives turbines and provides power for propulsion, and other systems on the sub. Nuclear-powered submarines are capable of operating underwater for extended periods without needing to surface for fuel or air, as the nuclear fuel lasts several years and provides a high level of sustained power. This type of submarine is commonly used for both military and scientific explorations.

Tarabulus al-Gharb, commonly known as Tripoli, is the capital city and the largest city of Libya. It is located in the northwestern part of the country on the edge of the desert, on a point of rocky land projecting into the Mediterranean Sea and forming a bay. The name Tarabulus al-Gharb translates to Tripoli of the West, to differentiate it from its sister city Tripoli, Lebanon, often referred to as Tarabulus al-Sham, meaning Tripoli of the East.

An aviator subordinate to and in support of the designated section leader; also, the aircraft flown in this role.