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Evolutionary origin of fins, limbs discovered
The emergence of paired appendages was a critical event in the evolution of vertebrates
Robert Watson Watt: pioneer of radar
ROBERT WATSON Watt's genius lay in devising a comprehensive system that could be operated by non-specialists under wartime conditions, which turned the tide in World War II. Early life Watson Watt, the youngest ...
Cannabis use linked to risk of miscarriage
WOMEN WHO smoke cannabis in the early stages of pregnancy could risk miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy, according to a study. Experiments on mice showed that embryos in females given the drug during pregnancy were more likely to develop ...
Intel's comeback with high power processors
Six Indian software players jump onboard global support group
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Moles in animal world, skin and chemistry
Avogadro's number has a remarkable history that goes back to the study of gases

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FARMER'S NOTEBOOK
Root mealy bugs: a major pest of black pepper
The infestation is generally severe during the post monsoon
Management of bud rot disease of coconut
Overcrowding of palms should be avoided
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Is there any method to increase the coconut yield in my coconut grove, which is about 20 years old? R. Jeyaseetha
Dindugal, Tamil Nadu Apply about 2 kg of super phosphate and potash each and about 1 kg of urea about three feet away ...

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