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Question 1: What is the common name for the medical condition "rhinitis"?
Question 2: Which ancient empire was ruled by Cyrus the Great?
Cyrus the Great founded the Achaemenid Empire, also known as the First Persian Empire, around 550 BCE. It eventually became one of the largest empires in history, stretching from the Balkans and Eastern Europe in the west to the Indus Valley in the east.
Question 3: When measuring the height of a mountain, what is the reference point used?
The height of a mountain is typically measured from sea level, which provides a consistent global reference point. This is why Mount Everest, measured at 29,032 feet (8,849 meters) above sea level, is considered the highest mountain on Earth.
Question 4: Where is the driest place on Earth?
The Atacama Desert, located in Chile, is considered the driest place in the world. Some weather stations there have never received rain since record-keeping began.
Question 5: Which language has the most native speakers globally?
Mandarin Chinese is spoken by approximately 918 million people worldwide, making it the language with the most native speakers globally. However, when considering second language speakers, English remains the most spoken language worldwide.
Question 6: In the context of crop production, what is monoculture?
Monoculture can lead to increased yield per unit area for the single crop being cultivated, but it also may raise concerns about biodiversity, soil health, and vulnerability to pests and diseases, since a single species grown extensively over large areas can be more susceptible to catastrophic losses.
Question 7: How do Americans typically celebrate Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is an annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865. Celebrations often include activities that honor African-American heritage.
Question 8: What was the capital city of the ancient Mayan civilization?
At its height in the 8th century AD, Tikal was one of the most powerful city-states in the Maya world with an estimated population of 100,000 to 200,000 people. The ruins of Tikal contain over 3,000 structures including temples, palaces and ceremonial platforms.
Question 9: Why did the Phantom of the Opera wear a mask?
In the Musical "Phantom of the Opera," the Phantom, also named Erik, wears a mask to conceal a severe facial deformity. The story was originally a French novel by Gaston Leroux before being adapted into a popular musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Question 10: Where in the body is the thyroid gland located?
The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck, just below the Adam's apple. It is a butterfly-shaped gland that plays a crucial role in regulating the body's metabolism.
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Rhinitis is the medical term for irritation and inflammation of the mucous membrane inside the nose, which typically results in a runny nose and may be caused by allergies (allergic rhinitis) or other factors like viruses (non-allergic rhinitis). It's a common condition that affects millions worldwide.