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http://www.leonardodavinci.net/images/leonardo-da-vinci.jpg Summary: Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci was a famous painter, inventor, sculptor, and architect known for his very famous paintings, “Mona Lisa” and “The Last Supper.” He was born April 15, 1452, in Anchiano, Italy and continued painting until May 2, 1519, when he died. His parents were Caterina da Vinci, Piero Fruosino di Antonio da Vinci. He also had twelve siblings, Bartolomeo, Giovanni, Guglielmo, Pandolfo, Giuliomo, Violante, Magdalena, Domenico, Bernedetto, Lorenzo, Margherita & Antonio di Ser Piero da Vinci Leonardo Da Vinci had many hobbies and interests throughout his career. He was an inventor, painter, sculptor, and so much more. He painted portraits outside, which was very uncommon. He also sketched futuristic drawings of cars, planes, and more. He was a mathematitionSome of his famous paintings include the Annunciation, The Adoration of the Magi, Verrocchio's Baptism of Christ, Mona Lisa, Th...

Summary: Mexico is at a very high risk of earthquakes because it is on a subduction zone. The subduction zone is located in Central America, Central Mexico, and Panama, said Gavin Hayes, a research geophysicist with the United States Geological Survey. Traditional housing in Mexico would generally have thick walls and tile roofs, absorbing and releasing heat and various times of the day. Modern housing often uses Adobe, a material that is made of clay and other natural materials. They are also made of brick and often have wood floors and flat roofs. Other materials also used include cinder block and concrete to add protection during earthquakes. Builders make a frame by pouring concrete, then filling it in with cinder blocks or other concrete, bricks. This process helps protect houses from earthquakes and gives extra support.  Earthquake-resistant buildings have a structure of reinforced concrete and steel. When exposed to an earthquake, these materials are flexible and ...