Chocolate is made from cocoa beans and, although it was originally a delicacy, is enjoyed in many forms all over the world. Cocoa was widely used in South America by the Mayans, and later was brought to Spain where its popularity grew. Over time, “chocolate houses” started opening throughout Europe, followed by the production of…
Saltwater pools have been a growing industry for both residential and commercial settings. Saltwater pools convert sodium chloride (NaCl) to chlorine without using large amounts of bleach or powder chlorine. This is preferred to traditional chlorination for the physical benefits as well as the healing benefits. Salt water will not dry out skin, discolour swimwear,…
Spinning wool into yarn to be woven into cloth predates 10,000 BC. Exportation of wool products began as early as 55 BC in Great Britain. Today, the wool industry circumnavigates the globe; the durable and water resistant properties of wool make it a very popular textile fibre. The wool refinement process begins with sheep (or another wooly…
Dairy products are an important contribution to the human diet. Dairy provides high-quality protein and is a good source of vitamins such as A, D, and B-12, and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and phosphorus. Cheese is one of the most popular dairy products in Australia: its annual consumption is around 13.5 kg per…
In the past 75 years, the worldwide human population has increased from approximately 2.5 billion to over 7 billion people. Population increase, the resulting increase in use of natural resources, and anthropogenic (human) produced waste have significantly impacted our natural environment. One of the most vital resources that humans require to live is water. Ironically…
