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Jupiter Planet Facts and Information for Kids
Our solar system is the one with information on the sun and 9 planets revolving around it. The 9 planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. Jupiter, the biggest planet of solar system also known as a giant is the fifth-placed planet from the sun.
Interesting Jupiter Facts for Kids
There is a lot about Jupiter that you will find interesting. Here is some Jupiter info for kids, mixed with some fun facts about Jupiter to widen your knowledge of the biggest planet.
Jupiter is 318 times bigger than our planet Earth with a diameter of 1,42,750 kilometres. That’s a whole lot bigger than our planet!
Jupiter is the fourth shining object after the Sun, Moon and Venus in the Solar System. It is so shiny that it can be seen with naked eyes from Earth.
Jupiter has a total of 67 moons! The 4 largest moons are Lo, Europa, Ganymede and Callisto, which are together called Galileo moons. In comparison, Earth has only one.
Recently, Hubble telescope has observed Aurora (an atmospheric occurrence similar to northern lights) which is a spectacular electric blue in colour on the north pole of Jupiter.
Unlike Earth which is round, the shape of Jupiter is oblate i.e. there is a noticeable bulge in the centre. It is quite different from the spherical formation of our planet Earth.
Jupiter takes 11 years and 9 months to complete its revolution around the sun. This means that a year on Jupiter equals 11 years and 9 months of Earth years.
Jupiter is the fastest rotating/spinning planet in the solar system. It completes its rotation on its axis within 10 hours, whereas, Earth takes 24 hours to rotate on its axis. So the days and nights are much shorter there. So, one day on Jupiter lasts only 10 hours.
Jupiter also has rings around it just like planet Saturn. But the rings around Jupiter are very light and comprise various gaseous dust particles, and thus are visible only with very strong electronic telescopes.
Due to the fast rotation of Jupiter, the atmosphere on the planet changes rapidly. There is strong cloud coverage which surrounds the planet and there are ever-raging strong storms which is also known as Jupiter's 'Great Red Spot'.
Jupiter has a magnetic field that is 20 times as big as that of Earth. Magnetic fields can keep debris and solar wind from entering into the planet’s atmosphere. Which such a powerful magnetic field, Jupiter can deflect solar winds when they are almost 3 million kilometres away!
So kids, take hold of a pair of binoculars and search the night sky. The brightest shining object in the sky you are seeing is most likely planet Jupiter, and if you have a telescope, you can also get the chance to see the moons revolving around it. Jupiter is a planet of great might and beauty. We hope these facts help your kid take an interest in the glorious planet.
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Bangles, Bindi, Payal...Do You Know The REAL Purpose Behind These 8 Indian Accessories?
Many of the fashion accessories that we love so much actually stand for beautiful meanings. These meaning have their roots in the ancient times, when wearing them wasn’t just fashion but a question of love, safety and faith. Read on to find out the significance of these 8 Indian accessories in our culture. It left us amazed!
1. Bindi
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Bindi, the small dot we sport between our eyebrows, originates from the Sanskrit word ‘bindu’. But did you know the significance of bindi?
A bindi is associated with the mystical third eye of a person and refers to the higher consciousness! When adorned by married woman and in red colour, it is a sign of true love and prosperity. The bindi also has a special significance on religious occasions and festivals.
Today, while the colour of a bindi may have lost significance, it is still considered to be an intrinsic part of Indian culture.
2. Nose Ring (Nath)
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While nose rings originate from the Middle East and were brought to the subcontinent by Mughal emperors, they have a special significance in Indian culture too. Women wear bridal nose rings or nose rings with chains as a sign of marital status. Often, large nose rings are considered to be an indicator of the wearer’s affluence as well.
But did you know that as per Ayurveda, women who get their nose pierced experience less pain during child birth? The spot is associated with the female reproductive organ.
Today, the West has adopted the nose ring as a fashion accessory and is also importing the bridal nose ring as a style statement.
3. Bangles
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Bangles of various styles have been worn since ancient times by women in the Indian Subcontinent. The bangles history is quite rich and royal! From steel to glass, different regions have bangles of different materials.
The first meaning of bangles is the one we are familiar with: marriage. Newly wed brides, especially from parts of North India, wear the ‘Chuda’ bangles as a sign of their marriage. But bangles are also said to increase blood circulation and maintain energy due to their shape!
It was earlier considered to be a necessity for women to wear bangles for getting married, though it isn’t the case anymore. However, we still wear bangles at festivals and occasions.
4. Mangalsutra
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This one we know very well, thanks to Bollywood movies and Indian TV shows! The Mangalsutra, worn only by married women, is a symbol of love and commitment made by a couple when they are bound in the holy institution of marriage. The importance of mangalsutra can be understood from the words it is derived from – the word ‘mangal’ means holy while the word ‘sutra’ means thread.
The black beads in a mangalsutra are said to provide protection from evil powers. A woman, it is said, should continue to wear mangalsutra throughout her husband’s life as a sign of goodwill of her husband and the prosperity of her family.
Today, while wearing/not wearing a mangalsutra is a matter of personal choice, it remains an accessory of beauty and charm.
5. Payal
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Did you know that as per ancient Indian culture, the feet are considered to be the humblest and the most impure part of the human body, as they touch the ground? Payals, used to adorn them, are a sign of devotion to the wearer by her/his family.
As infants, both males and females are gifted payals but males outgrow them. This is because, in addition to devotion, payals also signify femininity.
Another interesting thing is that payals are made of silver, not gold. This is because gold is considered to be the symbol of the goddess of wealth, i.e. Lakshmi and wearing it in the feet is seen as blasphemous.
6. Mang Tikka
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The mang tikka is the jewelry used to adorn the centre parting of the hair. From ornate to simple, different cultures of India have different styles of mang tikkas and each of these variations has a different meaning.
The mang tikka is generally worn by young women who are married or are to be married soon. The mang tikka is an essential bridal accessory as it symbolises the union of two souls. It falls on the spot of the ajna chakra - a symbol of the sacred union of man and woman in all aspects.
7. Toe Rings (Bichiya/Metti)
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Toe rings are accessories worn on the second toes of the each feet. They are generally placed by the groom on the bride’s feet during their wedding ceremony. Similar to the payals, toe rings are made of silver because gold ornaments on the feet are considered disrespectful. Silver is also said to absorb energy from the earth and pass it to the body.
8. Hip Belt (Kamarband)
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Finally, this one we love! Though the Hip Belt or the Kamarband is not as common today, it was worn by women in the olden days to avoid saturation of fat on the waist area and help maintain her figure. Isn’t that amazing?
The old kamarbands were thick and heavy like a belt. However, today, kamarbands are considered to be a fashion accessory and are thinner with a naval pendant to flatter the waist of the wearer.
Do you wear any of these accessories in your day-to-day life? Which one is your favourite? Do tell us in the comments below. Read more
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Tips to Make Your Home Plastic-Free
As you may know, plastic waste is one of the major pollutants present on our planet, at the moment. The usage of plastic is polluting our planet, which is leading to various dangerous diseases and pollution of the air, water, soil and everything else. A plastic-free planet is made from plastic-free homes. Here are some ways that you can make your home plastic-free.
1. Cut down on plastic bags coming into your house.
Whenever you go shopping carry your own bag made of cloth so that whatever you buy can be stored in the cloth bags, rather than getting plastic bags from the shopkeeper. By saying no to plastic bags ad carrying your own cloth bag, you will cut down the plastic entering your house to a great extent.
2. Use steel or other material containers for storage.
Stop buying plastic storage containers from now onwards. Prefer steel or glass containers for storage purposes. Once you actually replace all your plastic containers, you'll be shocked at the difference.
3. Stop using plastic utensils.
As we all know you should not eat hot things in plastic utensils.Avoid using plastic plates and spoons. Instead, go for glass or steel utensils.
4. Stop using plastic lunch boxes
Many people nowadays buy plastic lunch boxes for their children or themselves. Go traditional and carry lunch in steel boxes and steel lunch carriers instead.
5. Avoid using plastic water bottles
Stop using plastic water bottles that are very easily available in the market. Instead, go for glass bottles and steel bottles, which are also easily available in anywhere. You can also buy copper bottles, which are considered healthy. Store water in steel pots or clay pots or in glass jugs.
You can also carry lightweight, steel water bottles to your workplace.
By following these tips, you can help get rid of a lot of plastic from your house and do your bit in making this planet plastic-free.
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It's the Money, Honey! What Happens When you Outearn Hubby
Thanks to social stereotypes, the wife earning more than husband can lead to bitter power dynamics between the couple. Lady, you are challenging your traditional feminine role! It can be difficult to maintain a healthy balance in the family with this new transition.
Men and women are typically said to be happier in marriages with an Alpha man and a homemaker wife. But what if these roles are challenged and women become the primary earners? In many couples, this brings great turmoil in a relationship, often resulting in splitting up. If you are a female breadwinner, your strange guilt, emotional drain and stress of broken gender role expectations can affect your marriage terribly.
Dealing with the Situation When Women Outearn Men
1. Communication is a must
Engage yourself with your partner emotionally and don't hesitate to speak your heart rather than harbouring pent-up emotions. Your man may not be the 'head of household' financially but it is only with his help that you can build a strong foundation for your marriage. Take time out to enjoy each other's company to the fullest. ||
2. Discuss your roles
Discuss with your partner the roles and responsibilities in your relationship, right from decision-making to finances and domestic chores. Men may feel dis-empowered when the lady is the sole or main breadwinner. Don't let this otherwise peripheral issue occupy centrestage in your relationship and instead work together fairly and equitably.
3. Never let guilt pour in
Traditionally, women were confined to house-hold roles while men supported the family. Today, women are slugging it out in the workplace and this is something to be proud of, not guilty! Female breadwinners often feel let down, dissatisfied, and over burdened. It's important to let go of guilt and ego clashes to have a happy environment at home.
4. Admire your partner's contribution
It isn't easy for your husband to see the shift in earning power. The sense of 'not being a man' and not being able to provide may take over him. Being a wife, you need to encourage him and appreciate his efforts to make things work at home. Thank him especially for his babysitting when you are at work. You know this isn't easy!
5. Keep money out of conversations
Money issues invariably have a negative impact on marriage when wife outearns husband. Well, both of you work hard and crush yourself under the work-load to get your paychecks. Chuck things that distress you and discuss more positive subjects - a vacation, perhaps?
6. Connect with your feminine side
Even though you may outearn your husband, it is unfair if you cannot support your family emotionally. Be a partner rather than a boss to keep a healthy marriage. Every now and then, prepare a mouth-watering dinner or go out with the family. These are also priorities!
In marriage, no matter who is the breadwinner, it's important to meet each other's needs emotionally. Despite the traditional norms and gender roles, the attitude towards wife earning more than husband is changing. Men are becoming more flexible and are ready to contribute in household chores and parenting. Believe in your relationship, keep patience and things are sure to work out. Read more
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A. I think it’s better that you have a sonography with your doctor because this way even I cannot suggest you because you’ve got both the test so how can we sure about what the result is going to be going to be for you to check with your doctor regarding this as sonography can actually clear the picture for you
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what does it mean if a faint line was followed by negative line?
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A. Saint Line usually means positive only but for further more if you want to go ahead with a clarity on that then you can get a beta HCG on an ultrasound with your doctor because one line is usually visible and second is faint right so it is positive
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Mera pregnancy ka 9th month 1 hfte me complete ho jaega jb se 9th month start hua hai mujhe 2 bar labour pain jaisa pain feel hua but wo kuch hi time baad shi ho gya. iss condition me kya mujhe kya krna chahiye?
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