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What is the carat weight of the diamond recently discovered in Botswana?
What is the carat weight of the diamond recently discovered in Botswana?
Who is the current president and CEO of Lucara Diamond?
Who is the current president and CEO of Lucara Diamond?
What technology was utilized in the discovery of the diamond in the Karowe mine?
What technology was utilized in the discovery of the diamond in the Karowe mine?
Which diamond was previously recognized as the world's second-largest before the recent discovery?
Which diamond was previously recognized as the world's second-largest before the recent discovery?
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In what year was the Cullinan diamond discovered?
In what year was the Cullinan diamond discovered?
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What is the significance of the Cullinan I diamond?
What is the significance of the Cullinan I diamond?
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At what depth are diamonds typically formed?
At what depth are diamonds typically formed?
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What transformation occurs to diamonds during volcanic eruptions?
What transformation occurs to diamonds during volcanic eruptions?
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How many larger gems was the Cullinan diamond divided into?
How many larger gems was the Cullinan diamond divided into?
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What is the estimated age of most natural diamonds?
What is the estimated age of most natural diamonds?
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What was the initial response of the London Zoo to Banksy's artwork?
What was the initial response of the London Zoo to Banksy's artwork?
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What measure was taken after removing the protective layer from Banksy's mural?
What measure was taken after removing the protective layer from Banksy's mural?
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How did Kathryn England, the zoo's chief operating officer, describe Banksy's artwork?
How did Kathryn England, the zoo's chief operating officer, describe Banksy's artwork?
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What did the sign accompanying Banksy's mural read?
What did the sign accompanying Banksy's mural read?
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What date was Banksy's artwork displayed at the London Zoo?
What date was Banksy's artwork displayed at the London Zoo?
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What was the primary reason for NASA's decision to return the Starliner spacecraft uncrewed?
What was the primary reason for NASA's decision to return the Starliner spacecraft uncrewed?
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What is the scheduled timeline for the return of the Starliner spacecraft to Earth?
What is the scheduled timeline for the return of the Starliner spacecraft to Earth?
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How many astronauts can the Starliner spacecraft transport at a time?
How many astronauts can the Starliner spacecraft transport at a time?
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Who were the astronauts that originally launched aboard the Starliner spacecraft?
Who were the astronauts that originally launched aboard the Starliner spacecraft?
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What significant event occurred on June 5, 2024, related to the Starliner spacecraft?
What significant event occurred on June 5, 2024, related to the Starliner spacecraft?
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What was the first animal mural created by Banksy in London?
What was the first animal mural created by Banksy in London?
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How many consecutive days did Banksy create animal murals in London?
How many consecutive days did Banksy create animal murals in London?
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Where did the mural of two elephants appear?
Where did the mural of two elephants appear?
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Which animal was depicted on a satellite dish?
Which animal was depicted on a satellite dish?
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What type of structure did the first mural feature?
What type of structure did the first mural feature?
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What is the primary factor that protects the upper branches and needles of redwood trees from wildfire damage?
What is the primary factor that protects the upper branches and needles of redwood trees from wildfire damage?
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What percentage of Big Basin Redwood State Park was burned during the CZU Lightning Complex Fire?
What percentage of Big Basin Redwood State Park was burned during the CZU Lightning Complex Fire?
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Which of the following is NOT a strategy that redwoods use to cope with adversity after wildfires?
Which of the following is NOT a strategy that redwoods use to cope with adversity after wildfires?
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What notable feature do redwood trees possess that enables them to survive the aftermath of wildfires?
What notable feature do redwood trees possess that enables them to survive the aftermath of wildfires?
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What was the primary focus of the investigation led by Drew Peltier regarding the redwoods?
What was the primary focus of the investigation led by Drew Peltier regarding the redwoods?
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What was the primary issue that the Boeing Starliner faced as it approached the ISS?
What was the primary issue that the Boeing Starliner faced as it approached the ISS?
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Why did NASA decide not to return Wilmore and Williams on the Starliner?
Why did NASA decide not to return Wilmore and Williams on the Starliner?
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After the Starliner's docking issues, what spacecraft is NASA planning to use for the astronauts' return?
After the Starliner's docking issues, what spacecraft is NASA planning to use for the astronauts' return?
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What change will occur in the Crew-9 mission due to the presence of Wilmore and Williams?
What change will occur in the Crew-9 mission due to the presence of Wilmore and Williams?
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What new responsibilities will Wilmore and Williams take on during their extended stay on the ISS?
What new responsibilities will Wilmore and Williams take on during their extended stay on the ISS?
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What is the age range of the energy reserves stored in giant redwoods as revealed by radiocarbon dating?
What is the age range of the energy reserves stored in giant redwoods as revealed by radiocarbon dating?
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What unique adaptation allows giant redwood trees to regrow leaves after damage?
What unique adaptation allows giant redwood trees to regrow leaves after damage?
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Which characteristic is NOT mentioned as an adaptation of the giant redwood trees to resist fire?
Which characteristic is NOT mentioned as an adaptation of the giant redwood trees to resist fire?
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What percentage of the charred giant redwood trees are currently showing signs of regrowth after fire damage?
What percentage of the charred giant redwood trees are currently showing signs of regrowth after fire damage?
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What does the ability of redwood trees to regrow from tissue nearly as old as themselves indicate?
What does the ability of redwood trees to regrow from tissue nearly as old as themselves indicate?
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What is the term used for the fear of the number 13?
What is the term used for the fear of the number 13?
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What reason is given for the number 13 being considered unlucky according to Thomas Fernsler?
What reason is given for the number 13 being considered unlucky according to Thomas Fernsler?
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According to the Scandinavian legend, who was convinced by Loki to kill Balder?
According to the Scandinavian legend, who was convinced by Loki to kill Balder?
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Which biblical event is specifically associated with Friday, according to some scholars?
Which biblical event is specifically associated with Friday, according to some scholars?
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What is the common superstition regarding the number of guests at a dinner?
What is the common superstition regarding the number of guests at a dinner?
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What percentage of Americans reported being very superstitious according to the survey conducted in September 2019?
What percentage of Americans reported being very superstitious according to the survey conducted in September 2019?
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What is the estimated economic loss attributed to Friday the 13th in the US?
What is the estimated economic loss attributed to Friday the 13th in the US?
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Which of the following outcomes was noted during the 2008 study about Friday the 13th?
Which of the following outcomes was noted during the 2008 study about Friday the 13th?
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How many Americans are estimated to be affected by the fear of Friday the 13th?
How many Americans are estimated to be affected by the fear of Friday the 13th?
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What is one potential positive aspect of Friday the 13th for consumers?
What is one potential positive aspect of Friday the 13th for consumers?
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