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Synthetic motor oil can cost up to three times more than regular conventional motor oil. Is the added expense of using synthetic oil an added value or a waste of money?
Debate continues among jockeys, trainers, horses, and horsemen in general as to whether synthetic race track surfaces are safer than regulation dirt tracks.
The pros and cons of two commonly used insulating materials for outdoor products.
Synthetic turf is popular for putting greens, playgrounds, and sports fields. Artificial field turf manufacturers say low maintenance costs help offset installation fees.
In ancient times, perfumes were made from natural ingredients, used not only for pleasure, but to heal; today, many commercial perfumes contain synthetic ingredients.
Will an artificial surface play a major role in this year's Breeders' Cup races?  Horses who don't have an artificial surface resume may experience a Pro-Ride puzzle.
According to statistics released in April, catastrophic injuries on dirt tracks have risen, while the same type accidents on synthetic surfaces has dropped.
Cubic zirconia is an inexpensive way to simulate beautiful diamond jewelry on a budget, or to wear that diamond engagement ring without risking its loss.
Save money and time with a reusable tree, or go with a biodegradable, traditional option? Suite101 looks at both options for a greener, simpler Christmas.
To understand how a cell works, you have to take it apart and put it back together. That's the thinking behind synthetic biology.
Here are the main options and key points to consider when choosing a human-made benchtop.
Control weeds with plastic and fabric mulches.
Human hair extensions are treated chemically to clean, color,curl or straighten. Most come from India, Russia, Latin America, Asia, and Europe. Virgin hair is rare.
Knowing yarn properties can help in choosing the best for a project. Synthetic yarns are widely used-especially blends. Each has advantages and disadvantages.
The quest to create life is being taken to the next level with the fusion of organic chemical engineering principles and the principles of genetic engineering.
Synthetic surfaces for the state's main tracks have been mandated in California. Safetrack, Polytrack, Cushion Track, and Pro-Ride are springing up to fight bad weather.
Soccer clubs, parks departments, and schools are installing artificial turf sports fields. Playability is crucial when considering the cost of field turf installation.
While THC and other naturally occurring cannibinoids have a wide variety of medical benefits, the future of medical marijuana belongs to man-made cannabinoids.
Many product labels may bear the word "natural," but these claims may be misleading. Become a savvy shopper.
The deadline for public commentary on proposed changes to U.S.D.A. organic standards is Tuesday, May 22.
Copaxone, or glatiramer acetate, is a disease-modifying medication for multiple sclerosis. Unlike interferon drugs, Copaxone is a synthetic compound.
As a drag queen, your wig is one of your most important accessories. Ensure that it looks good so that you can always look your best.
Tyson Foods and Syntroleum announce a new joint venture to produce a drop in diesel synthetic fuel replacement from food manufacturing byproducts; fat and grease.
This time around we have a question about a pinging Cadillac STS and a discussion about transmission flushing.
Knowing when and where to get your oil changed will give you better gas mileage and extend the life of your car. Even learn how to change the oil yourself and save more!
Following factory closures in the footwear and garments industries, now Thailand's rubber producers face bankruptcy.
The traditional European kitchen has a farmhouse feel. Large and open plan it has a comfortable ambience and is designed to be the center of the home.
. . . were invented by John Dunlop
It is possible to use a much higher proportion of coal deposits by Underground Coal Gasification, a technique which turns coal into useful gases.
There's a reason the word it sounds a little like urine.
With health and wellness being a hot topic these days, many people may be wondering what they can do to improve their health.
Landscaping designs utilizing artificial grass enable the front yard to look great all year around. Synthetic turf is waterless and an asset to any landscaping design
In telling the story of William Perkin's discovery of mauveine, author Simon Garfield takes readers on a journey from Victorian England to the present day.
Environmental concerns have necessitated a fresh look at "clean and green" options in agriculture. Biofertilizers are the new "in thing."
American Thoroughbred trainers continue to debate the advisability of synthetics and racing females against males, while European races regularly feature such contests.
Artificial turf sports fields connected to recent MRSA outbreaks and heat strokes on high school and college football teams raise sports safety concerns.
For women who need hormone replacement therapy, bioidentical hormones are a safer alternative to synthetic estrogen and progesterone.
Practice the golf putt year round on artificial grass indoor putting mats or a backyard putting green. Fake grass waterless greens are used for restricted water courses.
China consumed a quarter of the rubber in the world. The consumption keeps increasing due to the booming automotive industry.
Did pre-race gazing by seven-year-old Einstein give the old fellow command at Santa Anita's ancient hundred grander? Pitts-Blasi gets first female trainer Big 'Cap win.
Every plastic item has a symbol and a code on the bottom: But which ones can be recycled and which ones are unsafe as toys or for food storage?
Sparks has brought an interesting and innovative vampire society to life. Her flare for the modernization of vampires is evident in all of her novels.
Learn about Alexandrite, the rare, expensive, color-shifting gemstone for those born in the month of June.
Next to the skin there's the option of wool, a natural fiber or, a synthetic such as Polypropylene recycled from soda bottles. The choice may be an environmental one.
A record 130 pounds was carried by seven previous Big 'Cap victors, including Seabiscuit. Triple Crown champion Citation carried top weight, 132 pounds, in a 1950 loss.
One of the more common questions I get is about which is better; natural or synthetic and when to change it. I can see the deluge of mail coming in already...
Rope is constructed from many different materials, both natural and manmade. Knowing the characteristics of these materials effects selection of rope for a specific use.
Diamonds are very expensive. Cost-conscious shoppers can use a fabulous fake instead.
Research examining sports injuries sustained on artificial field turf and natural grass football fields uncover a number of statistically significant differences.


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