Aviva Directory
Aviva Directory
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| Hockey Facts: Rink, Ice and Puck |
| Although there are many facts, trivia and stats for hockey, here are some interesting facts about the rink, ice and puck that are essential for a great game! |
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| 10 Shark Facts |
| 1) Dried shark skin (shagreen) was once used as sandpaper. In Germany and Japan it was also used in sword handles to provide a non-slip grip for the hilt. 2) Sharks have a life span that can reach up to 100 years. On average, sharks live to be only 25. |
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| Pizza Pizzazz |
| Pizza, in one form or another has been around for ages. The Babylonians, Israelites, Egyptians, and other ancient Middle Eastern cultures consumed flat unleavened bread that resembled pizza. The flat bread was cooked in mud ovens and used as plates to hold food. |
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| 12 Garnet Gem Facts |
| o The name garnet is derived from the Latin word granatus, meaning grain. It has been speculated that this is due to small alluvial crystals being found wich closely resembled pomegranate seeds or grain. |
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