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HyachThe Hyach are a minor race on the science fiction television series Babylon 5, and members of the League of Non-Aligned Worlds. Hyach are huminoid they are slightly shorter on average than a human, and have bald lumpy heads. [Spoiler warningSpoiler warning]: Plot and/or ending details fol..
HyacinthThe name Hyacinth can refer to: the Hyacinth from Greek mythology.the hyacinth flower, or the grape hyacinth.the Hyacinth Macawthe Hyacinth beanthe Water HyacinthSaint HyacinthSaints Hyacinth and ProtusYellow Zircon is known as hyacinthHyacinth Bucket from Keeping Up AppearancesConfection of hyacin..
HyacinthaceaeHyacinthaceae is the botanical name of a family of flowering plants. A family of this name has been recognized by quite a few taxonomists, but the circumscription has varied. The APG II system, of 2003, does not recognize the family as such, but allows it to be segregated from the family Asparaga..
Hyacintha MariscottiSaint Hyacintha Mariscotti or Hyacintha of Mariscotti was a religious of the Third Order of St. Francis and foundress of the Sacconi. She was born in 1585 of a noble family at Vignanello, near Viterbo in Italy and died 30 January, 1640, at Viterbo. Her feast is 30 January; in Rome, 6 February (Diar..
HyacintheIn Jacqueline Carey's Kushiel's Legacy series, Hyacinthe is a half-breed Tsingani boy who befriends heroine Phèdre nó Delaunay. He is the illegitimate child of Anasztaizia, who was a Tsingani princess. Hyacinthe has brown skin, black eyes, and jet-dark curly hair. [Spoiler warningSpoiler war..
Hyacinthe-Louis De QuelenHyacinthe-Louis De Quelen (Paris, October 8, 1778 - December 31, 1839) was Archbishop of Paris. He was educated at the College of Navarre. Ordained in 1807, he served a year as Vicar-General of Saint-Brieuc and then became secretary to Cardinal Fesch. When the latter was sent back to his diocese, ..
Hyacinthe AubeHyacinthe Laurent Théophile Aube (November 22, 1826 in Toulon - December 31, 1890 in Toulon) was a French admiral, who held several important governmental positions during the Third Republic. Hyacinthe Aube Aube served as Governor of Martinique between 1879 and 1881, and as the French Minis..
Hyacinthe KloséHyacinthe Klosé was considered the last major innovator of the clarinet. In 1839 he designed what is now known as the Boehm System clarinet, named for Theobald Boehm. ..
Hyacinthe RigaudLouis XIVKing of France and NavarreBy Hyacinthe Rigaud (1701) Hyacinthe Rigaud (July 20, 1659-December 27, 1743) was a French painter. He was born Híacint Francesc Honrat Mathias Pere Martyr Andreu Joan Rigau, in Perpignan, which became French a short time after his birth (November 7 1659)...
Hyacinthe ThiandoumCardinal Hyacinthe Thiandoum Cardinal Hyacinthe Thiandoum (February 2, 1921- May 18 2004) was Archbishop emeritus of Dakar (Senegal). Born 1921 in Poponguine, Senegal, his father was a catechist. After finishing his secondary studies, he entered the regional seminary of Dakar and was ordaine..
HyacinthiaThe Hyacinthia (Ancient Greek Ὑακίνθια / Hyakínthia) were Spartan religious festivities, organized at Amyclae every year in early summer. They were held in honor of Hyacinth, legendary prince of Sparta and eromenos of Apollo, killed by him "accidentally" during a discus competition, a dea..
HyacinthoidesHyacinthoides is a genus of the Hyacinthaceae (formerly Liliaceae) family. Its contains three species: Hyacinthoides hispanica - Spanish Bluebell. Southwest Europe (central and western Spain, Portugal).Hyacinthoides italica - Italian Bluebell. South central Europe (northern Italy west to northeas..
HyacinthusHyacinthus can refer to: Hyacinth (mythology)Hyacinth (flower) This is a [disambiguationdisambiguation] page: a list of articles associated with the same title. If an referred you to this page, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. ..
Hyacinthus orientalisHyacinthus orientalis (Common Hyacinth, Garden Hyacinth or Dutch Hyacinth), is a perennial flowering plant native to southwestern Asia, in southern and central Turkey, northwestern Syria and Lebanon. It is a bulb plant, with a 3-7 cm diameter bulb. The leaves are strap-shaped, 15-35 cm long and ..
Hyacinth (flower)A Hyacinth is any plant of genus Hyacinthus, which are bulbous herbs formerly placed in the lily family Liliaceae but now regarded as the type genus of the separate family Hyacinthaceae. Hyacinths are native to the eastern Mediterranean region east to Iran and Turkmenistan. They are named after th..
Hyacinth (mythology)The Death of Hyacinthos by Jean Broc. Zephyr and Hyakinth; Attic red figure cup from Tarquinia, circa 480 BCE. Boston Museum of Fine Arts. In Greek mythology, Hyacinth (Greek Ὑάκινθος - Hyiakinthos) was a divine hero, the son of Clio and Pierus, King of Macedonia. His cult at Am..
Hyacinth and ProtusFor the Polish saint, see Saint Hyacinth. Saints Hyacinth and Protus Martyrs Born unknown Died 3rd century, Rome Venerated in Roman Catholic Church Major shrine San Giovanni dei Fiorentini, as well as the chapel of the Propaganda College. Both in Rome. Feast September 11 Attributes De..
Hyacinth beanThe Hyacinth Bean (Dolichos lablab, syn. Lablab purpureus), also called Indian Bean and Egyptian Bean, is a plant of the family Fabaceae is a species of bean widespread as a food crop throughout the tropics, especially in Africa. It is also grown as forage and as an ornamental plant. hyacint..
Hyacinth BucketHyacinth Bucket, receiving a call from her son Sheridan. Hyacinth Bucket is the main character in the successful BBC sitcom, Keeping Up Appearances (1990 to 1995) played with great relish by Patricia Routledge. Hyacinth's main characteristics include outstanding snobbery (particularly toward..
Hyacinth MacawThe Hyacinth Macaw (Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus) is the largest macaw and the largest species in the parrot family. Its unique size, color, and markings make the Hyacinth Macaw one of the most popular species of macaw among naturalists and unfortunately pet keepers too. The demand as pets has taken..
Hyacinth MariscottiSaint Hyacinth Mariscotti or Hyacintha (1585–Viterbo, 30 January 1640) was a Franciscan follower. Her feast day is 30 January. External links [Hyacinth] at Catholic Encyclopedia online[Hyacinth at Patron Saints Index] ..
HyadesHyades may mean: Hyades (band), the Italian thrash metal bandHyades (mythology)Hyades (star cluster), the open star cluster This is a [disambiguationdisambiguation] page: a list of articles associated with the same title. If an referred you to this page, you may wish to change the link..
Hyades (mythology)In Greek mythology, two different groups of people were referred to as the Hyades ("the rainy ones"). Pluvius ("he who sends rain") was also used to describe them. Sisters of Hyas. Their brother was accidentally killed in a hunting accident and the Hyades died from their grief. They were changed..
Hyades (star cluster)The Hyades (‘Υάδες) are an open star cluster located in the constellation Taurus. The closest obvious star cluster to Earth (the Ursa Major Moving Group is closer, many astronomers consider the Sun to be inside it, but it is more spread out in the sky as a consequence), it..
Hyaenanche globosaHyaenanche globosa is a genus of plants under the family Picrodendraceae. It is the sole member of the genus Hyaenanche and the subtribe Hyaenanchinae. It is found in southern Africa. See also Taxonomy of the Picrodendraceae ..
Hyaena (album)Hyæna is the sixth studio album by Siouxsie & the Banshees. Released by Polydor Records in the UK in 1984, this was the first Banshees album to receive a proper release in the United States, by Geffen Records (Geffen would eventually release the Banshees' entire back catalog). "Dear Prudence" b..
HyaenodonHyaenodon ("hyaena-toothed") was an extinct genus of Hyaenodonts, a group of Creodonts. Some species of this genus were amongst the largest terrestrial carnivorous mammals. These highly specialised predators appeared in the Late Eocene 41 million years ago existing through the Oligocene Epoch unt..
HyaenodontidaeHyaenodontidae is an family of the extinct order Creodonta, which contains 4 genera. ORDER CREODONTA creodonts* Suborder Preptotheria** Family Hyaenodontidae***Genus Hyaenodon*** Genus Laekitherium*** Genus Metapterodon*** Genus Triacodon*** Genus ''Parvagula Hyaenodontids were the top mammalia..
HyagrivarThis article or section is in need of attention from an expert on the subject.Please help recruit one, or improve this page yourself}} if you can. See [discussion page] for details. Hindu God responsible for education and qualification apart from knowledge of the Vedas. In Mythology he..
Hyakujuu Sentai GaoRangerGaoRangers Hyakujuu Sentai GaoRanger (百獣戦隊ガオレンジャー Hyakujū Sentai Gaorenjā), translated as 100 Beast Squadron GaoRanger (gao is Japanese onomatopoeia equivalent to a roaring sound, yet the Gaoranger roll call uses the kanji 牙吠, which mean "fang" and "howl", respective..
Hyakumangoku MatsuriThe Hyakumangoku Matsuri (百万石まつり) is the main annual festival taking place in Kanazawa, Japan. The festival commemorates the entry of Lord Maeda Toshiie into Kanazawa castle in 1583. The highlight of the festival is the Hyakumangoku Parade, which begins on the second Saturday in June. T..
Hyakumanto DaraniThe Hyakumanto Darani, or the One Million Pagodas and Darani Prayers, is known as one of the earliest known examples of printing in the world. Empress Shōtoku of Japan hoping to restore peace to Japan, had one million miniature wooden pagodas made. A incantation, printed from a woodblock technique..
HyakumeizanThe hyakumeizan is a list of 100 Japanese mountains, compiled by Kyuya Fukada in 1964. The highest of these is Mount Fuji. Few of these are technically challenging, so they are approachable for amateur mountaineers. Several groups have attempted to climb the full hyakumeizan, to raise money for ch..
Hyakumonogatari KaidankaiHyakumonogatari Kaidankai (百物語怪談会)(“A Gathering of One Hundred Supernatural Tales") was a popular parlour game during Edo period Japan. The game was a simple one. In a room, as night fell, one hundred candles were lit. Guests and players gathered around the candles, taking turns tel..
Hyakunin IsshuMonument commemorating 700th anniversary of Teika's death Hyakunin isshu (百人一首) is a traditional style of compiling Japanese waka poetry where each contributor writes one poem for the anthology. Literally, it translates to "one hundred people, one poem [each]". It also refers..
Hyakuzo KurataHyakuzo Kurata is a Japanese author known for The Priest and His Apprentice, The Beginning of Love and Awareness, and other works. He was born in 1891 during the Meiji period as the eldest son of a dry goods store owner. The tracks of his lifetime of 52 years can also be considered the footprints ..
Hyalella montezumaHyalella montezuma is a pelagic amphipod. It lives in Montezuma Well, an oasis in central Arizona. It is the only food of a type of the endemic leech, Erpodbella montezuma, which lives in Montezuma Well. ..
HyalinFor the color, see Hyaline. For hyaline cartilage, see cartilage. Hyalin is a protein released from the cortical granules of a fertilized animal egg. The released hyalin modifies the extracellular matrix of the fertilized egg to block other sperm from binding to the egg, and is known as the slow-b..
HyalineFor hyaline cartilage, see Cartilage In scientific usage, hyaline (sometimes spelled, hyalin) describes something that is both colorless and transparent, like clear untinted glass. The term hyaline is often used when a color description is called for, to describe the "color" of a clear, transparent..
Hyaline membrane diseaseHyaline Membrane Disease is a particular form of respiratory distress in the newborn associated with insufficient surfactant production, which may be a result of insufficient phosphatidylglycerol. See also Infant respiratory distress syndrome External links [Hyaline Membrane Disease] ..
Hyaline oxideHyaline oxide is a synthetic compound which bonds to existing protein structures. Ken Alibek spoke on its possible use by terrorists for bioweapons production in a classified journal. Alexander Shulgin once warned of possible clandestine production of the psychoactive 4-methyl form of hyaline oxide ..
HyalinobatrachiumHyalinobatrachium is a genus of glass frogs. Species Hyalinobatrachium antisthenesi (Goin, 1963).Hyalinobatrachium aureoguttatum (Barrera-Rodrigues & Ruiz-Carranza, 1989).Hyalinobatrachium auyantepuianum (Señaris & Ayarzagüena, 1994).Hyalinobatrachium bergeri (Cannatella, 1980).Hyalinobatrachiu..
HyaliteFluorescent hyalite under ultraviolet light Hyalite is a form of opal with a glassy appearance. It is also called Muller's Glass. It's hardess is 5.5-6, it's crystal system is amorphous, it's fracture is conchoidal, specific gravity is 2.1, luster is vitreous and it's streak is white. htt..
HyaloclastiteHyaloclastite is a hydrated tuff-like breccia rich on black volcanic glass, formed during volcanic eruptions under water or under ice. It has the appearance of angular flat fragments sized between a millimeter to few centimeters. The fragmentation occurs by the force of the volcanic explosion, or by..
Hyaloid arteryThe hyaloid artery is a branch of the ophthalmic artery, which is itself a branch of the carotid artery. It is contained within the optic stalk of the eye and extends through the vitreous humor to the lens. Usually fully regressed before birth, its purpose is to aid the development of the lens in t..
HyalophagiaHyalophagia, or hyalophagy, is the eating of glass, primarily as a pathological disorder. Highly dangerous to most humans, it is considered a form of pica. Hyalophagia forms a part of some circus acts. The word comes from Greek hyalos = glass + phagein = to eat. ..
Hyalophora cecropiaThe cecropia moth is one of the largest moths found in North America. It is a member of the saturniidae family, or giant silk moths. Females with wingspans that are 75 mm or more have been documented. It is found as far west as the Rocky Mountains and north into the maritime provinces of Canada. T..
HyalopiliticHyalopilitic is a textural term used in petrographic classification of volcanic rocks. Specifically, hyalopilitic refers to a volcanic rock groundmass, which is visible only under magnification with a petrographic microscope, that contains a mixture of very fine-grained mineral cystals either mix..
HyaloplasmHyaloplasm is apparently structureless fluid in cells. It is basically the cytosol but without the microtubules and microfilaments. ..
HyaluronanHyaluronan (also called hyaluronic acid or hyaluronate) is a glycosaminoglycan distributed widely throughout connective, epithelial, and neural tissues. It is one of the chief components of the extracellular matrix, contributes significantly to cell proliferation and migration, and may also be invol..
HyaluronidaseThe hyaluronidases (EC [3.2.1.35]) are a family of enzymes that degrade hyaluronic acid. By catalyzing the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid, a major constituent of the interstitial barrier, hyaluronidase lowers the viscosity of hyaluronic acid, thereby increasing tissue permeability. It..
Hyames FieldHyames Field is a baseball stadium located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It is currently the home to the baseball team of Western Michigan University. Originally constructed in 1939, it was part of a $250,000 project that also included the construction of Waldo Stadium. The baseball field was dedica..
Hyampom, CaliforniaHyampom is a small town in Northern California. ..
Hyams Beach, New South WalesHyams Beach is a small seaside village (population estimated at about 70 in 2006) in Shoalhaven Shire, New South Wales, Australia, on the shores of Jervis Bay. The village, roughly 3 hours drive south of Sydney, is bordered by 3 beaches, Chinaman's Beach to the north, Hyams Beach and Seaman's Beach ..
Hyam MaccobyHyam Maccoby (1924-2004) was a British scholar, dramatist, and Orthodox Jew specializing in the study of the Jewish and Christian religious tradition. He held an academic position at the Centre for Jewish Studies, University of Leeds. Maccoby was widely known for his theories of the historical Jesus..
HyangakHyangak, literally "village music," is a traditional form of Korean court music with origins in the Three Kingdoms period. It is often accompanied by traditional folk dances of Korea, known as hyangak jeongjae. These dances are performed in front of audiences—as opposed to the square danc..
HyangchalHyangchal (literally vernacular letters or local letters) is an archaic writing system of Korea and was used to transcribe the Korean language in hanja. Under the Hyangchal system, Chinese characters were given a Korean reading based on the syllable associated with the character. [link]..
HyanggyoThe Hyanggyo were government-run provincial schools in medieval Korea. They were established separately in the Goryeo (10th-14th centuries) and Joseon periods, but did not meet with widespread success in either dynasty. They were officially closed near the end of the Joseon Dynasty, in 1894, but..
HyanideThe Hyanide is an innovative hybrid motorbike vehicle designed and created by German designers Oliver Keller and Tillman Schlootz. The motorbike is a radical conception of a dirt bike-snowmobile-four-wheel hybrid, which was first showcased at the 2006 Michelin Challenge Design competition. It can mo..
HyannisHyannis is the name of two places in the United States: Hyannis in MassachusettsHyannis in Nebraska This article consisting of geographical locations is a [disambiguationdisambiguation] page, a list of pages that otherwise might share the same title. If an referred you here, you might wa..
Hyannis, MassachusettsHyannis Harbor, Hyannisport Hyannis is a village in the town of Barnstable, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod. It is a residential area, and it also contains the town’s central business/commercial district, which includes town offices and several shopping districts, including Cape Cod Mall and..
Hyannis, NebraskaHyannis is a village in Grant County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 287 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Grant County[Geographic references#6GR6]. Geography Hyannis is located at [42°0′3″N, 101°45′55″W] (42.000817, -101.765202)[Geographic..
Hyapatia LeeHyapatia Lee (born Vickie Lynch on November 11 1960 in Indianapolis, Indiana) was an American exotic dancer and porn star during the adult film industry's "Golden Age of Porn" in the 1980s. She began her career in pornography in 1983 after changing her name to Hyapatia (pronounced high-a-PAY-sha)..
HyarmendacilIn J. R. R. Tolkien's fictional universe of Middle-earth, Hyarmendacil (South-victor) is the title of two Kings of Gondor who won great victories over the southern lands: Hyarmendacil I, and his descendantHyarmendacil II. ..
Hyarmendacil IHyarmendacil I is a fictional character in J. R. R. Tolkiens universe of Middle-earth. He was the fifteenth King of Gondor from 1015 T.A. until 1149 T.A. His father Ciryandil was slain defending Umbar while besieged. His original name was Ciryaher. He was the fourth and last Ship-king. Ciryaher b..
Hyarmendacil IIHyarmendacil II is a fictional character. He was the twenty-fourth King of Gondor in J. R. R. Tolkien's universe of Middle-earth. He was the son of King Aldamir and reigned from T.A. 1540 till T.A. 1621. Born as Vinyarion, his father Aldamir was slain in a war with the Haradrim in 1540 and Vinyari..
HyarnustarHyarnustar in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth is a promontory and the southwestern of the five regions of Númenor, noted for its vineyards and fertile farmlands, although it became more mountainous in the far southwest. ..
Hyarotis adrastusHyarotis adrastus, commonly known as the Tree Flitter, is a butterfly belonging to the family Hesperiidae. ..
Hyarotis microstrictumHyarotis microstrictum, commonly known as the Brush Flitter, is a butterfly belonging to the family Hesperiidae. ..
HyasHyas, in Greek mythology, was a son of the Titan Atlas by Aethra (one of the Oceanids). He was a notable archer who was killed by his intended prey. Some stories have him dying after attempting to rob a lion of its cubs. Some have him killed by a serpent, but most commonly he is said to have ..
HyattThis article is about the hotel chain. For the Excel Saga character, see Hyatt (Excel Saga). Hyatt Hotels Hyatt is a family of hotel brands owned by Global Hyatt Corporation. Contents 1 History2 Brands3 Locations4 External links History In December 2004, Global Hyatt ..
Hyattstown, MarylandHyattstown, Maryland Establisned in 1798 and named after its founder, John Hyatt, this crossroad's town is located on RT 355 (formally know as "The Pike" or "The Great Road")in upper Montgomery County. In this full service town, you could have found a place to stay at the local Hyattstown Inn, a on..
Hyattsville, MarylandHyattsville is a city in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. Miles to Washington DC 8.36 Contents 1 History2 Geography3 Demographics4 Government4.1 Presidents of the Board of Commissioners4.2 Mayors5 Education6 External links History The c..
Hyattville, WyomingHyattville is a census-designated place (CDP) in Big Horn County, Wyoming, United States. The population was 73 at the 2000 census. Geography Hyattville is located at [44°14′56″N, 107°36′20″W] (44.248802, -107.605677)[Geographic references#1GR1]. According to the Uni..
Hyatt (Excel Saga)Hyatt, Agent of ACROSS (manga). Hyatt is a fictional character in the Excel Saga anime, and the manga upon which it is based. Her most notable trait is her tendency of dying and then reviving over short periods of time, much to the shock of medical professionals. While her constant illness an..
Hyatt CenterHyatt Center is an office tower in Chicago, Illinois completed in 2005. The 48 story skyscraper stands at 679 feet (207 m) on South Wacker Drive. Pei Cobb Freed & Partners' striking elliptical steel and glass design is reminiscent of Tour EDF, a skyscraper in Paris, France designed by the same fi..
Hyatt PlaceHyatt Place, is a new midscale hotel concept created by Global Hyatt Corporation. Hyatt Place will grow out of the existing nationwide network of 146 AmeriSuites hotels which Hyatt acquired in December 2004 from affiliates of the Blackstone Group. Hyatt unveiled Hyatt Place in September 2005 in Phoe..
Hyatt Regency AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque Plaza, seen from across Tijeras Ave. The Hyatt Regency is on the right. The Hyatt Regency Albuquerque is a 21-story highrise hotel located at 330 Tijeras Avenue NW in downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico. The building is 78 m (256 ft) tall, making it Albuquerque's second tallest build..
Hyatt Regency BelgradeHyatt Regency Belgrade (Serbian: Χајат Риџенси Београд / Hajat Ridžensi Beograd) is a modern, luxurious, 5 (*****) star hotel located in New Belgrade (part of Belgrade), Serbia only five minutes by car from the city centre, and within walking distance of Sava Center - the large..
Hyatt Regency walkway collapseView of the lobby floor, during the first day of the investigation The Hyatt Regency hotel walkway collapse was a major disaster that occurred on July 17, 1981 in Kansas City, Missouri, killing 114 people and injuring more than 200 others during a tea dance. Contents 1 Background1.1&n..
Hyazinth Graf Strachwitz von Gross-Zauche und CamminetzOberst der Reserve Hyazinth Graf Strachwitz von Groß-Zauche und Camminetz, 1943 Hyazinth Graf Strachwitz von Groß-Zauche und Camminetz (July 30, 1893 -April 25, 1968) was a Silesian officer and panzer ace. Strachwitz saw action in World War I, but rose to fame for his command of Panzer forc..
Hy AnzellHy Anzell (b. 1924 in New York City, New York – d. August 23, 2003 in Fresno, California) was a Yiddish-speaking television and movie actor, who first played plant store owner "Mr. Mushnik" in the original off-Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors with Ellen Greene. External links ..
Hy AverbackHy Averback (October 21, 1920 - October 14, 1997) was an director, producer, actor, and production manager. He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Averback co-produced the popular Sixties sitcom F Troop but is best known as the voice over the loudspeaker heard on the television series M*A*S*H. H..
HøyangerHøyanger kommune County Sogn og Fjordane District Municipality NO-1416]] Administrative centre Høyanger Mayor (2003) Kjartan Longva (Ap) Official language form Nynorsk Area - Total - Land - Percentage km²838 km²0.28 % 2004) - Percentag..
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