#acid ph level

[paper-lilypie]

Chemtry time?

Quick what is water

(you got this! :D)

water is wet

[hahaalaine]

Rule number 1 of pregnancy: never google anything. Everything apparently can kill the baby 🙄

[kirnet]

I love gumball sm but I’m so fucking scared that I’m gonna fucking kill her ;-;

[ecobud]

Alkaline Water for Skin: The Secret to a Glowing Complexion

Healthy skin is a reflection of overall wellness. The key to achieving a youthful and radiant complexion is maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated. Believe it or not, drinking alkaline water is one of the easiest and most effective ways to keep your skin glowing.

What Is Alkaline Water?

Alkaline water has a higher pH level than regular tap water. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 7 being neutral. Anything below 7 is acidic, while anything above 7 is alkaline. Alkaline water typically has a pH level between 8 and 9.

Beauty Benefits of Alkaline Water

1. Hydrates the Skin The body more readily absorbs alkaline water than regular tap water and therefore helps to hydrate the skin more effectively. This can lead to a more youthful and radiant complexion, as well as reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

2. Balances the Skin's pH Level The skin's natural pH level is slightly acidic, around 5.5. When the pH level is disrupted, it can result in various skin problems, including dryness, acne, and premature ageing. Drinking alkaline water can help to balance the skin's pH level, keeping it healthy and radiant.

3. Detoxifies the Body Alkaline water is rich in antioxidants, which help detoxify the body. This includes eliminating toxins and impurities from the skin, reducing inflammation, and promoting healthy skin.

4. Reduces Inflammation Inflammation is a significant cause of skin problems, including acne, eczema, and psoriasis. Alkaline water has been shown to reduce inflammation in the body, which can help to soothe these conditions.

5. Increases Skin Elasticity As we age, our skin loses elasticity, resulting in sagging, wrinkles, and fine lines. Alkaline water contains antioxidants and minerals that can help to improve skin elasticity, resulting in a more youthful and radiant appearance.

Uses of Alkaline Water for Skin

1. Drinking Consuming alkaline water is the easiest and most effective way to reap its beauty benefits. Aim to drink at least eight glasses of alkaline water daily to stay hydrated and keep your skin looking its best.

2. Facial Toner Did you know you can use alkaline water as a facial toner to balance the skin's pH level and reduce inflammation? All you have to do is to soak a cotton ball in alkaline water and apply it to your face after cleansing.

3. Hair Rinse Alkaline water can also be used as a hair rinse to balance the scalp's pH level and promote healthy hair growth. After shampooing, rinse your hair with alkaline water and leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing it off with regular water.

4. Soothing For skin irritations such as eczema, psoriasis, or acne, alkaline water can soothe and alleviate symptoms. Soak a clean cloth in alkaline water and apply it to the affected area for a few minutes, several times a day.

Wrapping Up

Alkaline water offers a simple and effective way to keep your skin looking its best. It can hydrate the skin, increase its elasticity, balance its pH level, detoxify the body, and reduce inflammation. Whether you drink it, use it as a toner, add it to your bath, or rinse your hair with it, alkaline water can help you achieve a glowing complexion.

Ecobud offers a wide range of water filter products to help you achieve alkaline water at home. From glass water filter jugs to shower filters, our products are designed to provide clean, healthy, and alkaline water for you and your family. Contact us to order today!

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[lesbianralzarek]

every once in a while i go "oh, that sounds science-y. idk what it means but i trust those stats" and then i remember my 8th grade science teacher saying "dihydrogen monoxide has a higher pH level than any acid" and it knocks sense back into me

[philodendronforming]

Nerium Oleander

Nerium oleander is a shrub plant or small tree which is originated from Europe and the Asian continents the nerium plant belongs to the family Apocynaceae. This is mostly grown in tropical and subtropical regions. This plant grows up to 2-6m tall. After perfect maturity, the stem is used to erect outwards. Nerium is highly popular for its fragrance. Nerium is also highly toxic. Due to its toxicity, it is untouched by cattle and goats.Thousands of years ago Nerium plant has been used for treatment purposes for cancer, and epilepsy, and also for healing wounds. This Nerium plant acts as an antibacterial for wounds.

Arali Varieties

The Nerium plant consists of 10 varieties of Arali flowers such as single (red, white, rose) Double (Rose, white, red) white, pink, yellow, etc. Nerium plant is also of dwarf varieties such as petite salmon and petite pink. It is considered to be the best ornamental flower plant for the home.

How to grow Nerium oleander 

Nerium oleander plants are propagated through cuttings. Initially collect the stems from the evergreen shrub and cut the leaves at the bottom and place them in a pot with soil mixed with coco peat after two weeks roots start to sprout.

It is also possible to grow through seeds but it takes longer time to sprout. But propagating oleander through seeds gives us a successive rate. But, nowadays mostly all prefer cuttings due to their faster germination.

Soil requirement for oleander 

They mostly grow well in acidic and neutral soil. PH level of soil should be 5.0 to 8.3. But these oleander plants can adapt to various types of soil conditions. It can also grow in poor soil conditions.

Water requirement for Oleander

Nerium oleander is considered to be a drought-tolerant plant. It is sustainable to survive without water. But once if leaves start to fall it is completely necessary to irrigate at optimum level. We can water the plants with three days gap continuously until the leaves' abscission stopped.

Benefits of oleander

  It treats cardiac problems, Menstrual pain, corn, cancer, asthma, and seizures.

  Oleander acts as a pollution controller plant.

   It is one of the best flower plants for home.

Growing Nerium oleander on highways and at any outdoor place makes the environment pollution free.

Stop deforestation and do afforsetation for more rain and oxygen which lead us to live a prosperous and healthy life.

Plant a tree, plant a life.

Nerium oleander-flower plants

Blog Created by: www.santhionlineplants.com

[philodendronplant]

Nerium Oleander

Nerium oleander is a shrub plant or small tree which is originated from Europe and the Asian continents the nerium plant belongs to the family Apocynaceae. This is mostly grown in tropical and subtropical regions. This plant grows up to 2-6m tall. After perfect maturity, the stem is used to erect outwards. Nerium is highly popular for its fragrance. Nerium is also highly toxic. Due to its toxicity, it is untouched by cattle and goats.Thousands of years ago Nerium plant has been used for treatment purposes for cancer, and epilepsy, and also for healing wounds. This Nerium plant acts as an antibacterial for wounds.

Arali Varieties

The Nerium plant consists of 10 varieties of Arali flowers such as single (red, white, rose) Double (Rose, white, red) white, pink, yellow, etc. Nerium plant is also of dwarf varieties such as petite salmon and petite pink. It is considered to be the best ornamental flower plant for the home.

How to grow Nerium oleander 

Nerium oleander plants are propagated through cuttings. Initially collect the stems from the evergreen shrub and cut the leaves at the bottom and place them in a pot with soil mixed with coco peat after two weeks roots start to sprout.

It is also possible to grow through seeds but it takes longer time to sprout. But propagating oleander through seeds gives us a successive rate. But, nowadays mostly all prefer cuttings due to their faster germination.

Soil requirement for oleander 

They mostly grow well in acidic and neutral soil. PH level of soil should be 5.0 to 8.3. But these oleander plants can adapt to various types of soil conditions. It can also grow in poor soil conditions.

Repotting

Repotting is essential for the Nerium plant because few soil types are unfit for its growth.

Benefits of oleander

  It treats cardiac problems, Menstrual pain, corn, cancer, asthma, and seizures.

  Oleander acts as a pollution controller plant.

   It is one of the best flower plants for home.

Growing Nerium oleander on highways and at any outdoor place makes the environment pollution free.

Stop deforestation and do afforsetation for more rain and oxygen which lead us to live a prosperous and healthy life.

Plant a tree, plant a life.

Nerium oleander-flower plants

Blog Created by: www.santhionlineplants.com

[whatwhywhowherewhen]

Shen Yuan Shixiong au, but he is at a weird place in the time line and accidentally starts a new peak as a teenager while Luò Bīnghé is already in Qing Jing

It is the flowers peak- botany peak- crimes against humanity peak (if he's being honest). Mu Qingfang knows how to heal the human body and use medical herbs. Shen Yuan knows how to curse the human body and manipulate medical herbs

Everyone knows medicine is just poison in deliberate quantities, so they have a symbiotic relationship. Shen Qingqiu is low-key mad this kid is stealing his place as the guy with ridiculous quantities of knowledge for questionable purposes

Walking in this new peak unannounced is about as dangerous as falling into the endless abyss. They have frost forming flowers (that can freeze over an entire human body in five seconds) cooling plants from the Northern Desert of the demon realm. They have plants that suck acid from the soil to manage pH levels (but spit that acid if disturbed). They have a soap bearing plant (luò Bīnghé used it once to clean up before papapa) that is sucking up bases. They have mist shooting plants (mild hallucinogen, but they also have airway and throat coating fruit by the door to that greenhouse which prevents it being absorbed) for humidity

In a world where sex-pollen flowers rule the land, Shen Yuan is working to rule them, which, quite frankly, no one considered possible. This man claims he has never been sex-pollened, and no one quite believes him. But, well... he's never shown up at Qian Cao and no one is brave enough to test him using the virginity detecting sword

This all started from Shen Yuan, at the time a passable quqin player on Qing Jing, discovering a flower mentioned only on one page of one addition of PIDW, which he always thought would be useful for defense against aphrodisiacs due to its mind clearing properties, yet which was never brought up again. He proceeds to save one of his shimeis from a highly embarrassing incident

He is profusely thanked for his quick thinking, but Qing Jing isn't interested and the flower is too finicky to keep up a stock on Qian Cao. Shen Yuan, deeply fearing another incident and having a bit too much time on his hands, decides to set up his own garden on a small peak considered too contaminated to use for anything but long term storage. Things escalate

[xseffort45]

Electrolytes and why they're important especially when water f4st!ng:

Electrolytes are electrically charged minerals, such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, chloride, bicarbonate, and phosphate. They are involved in various physiological processes.

During a water f4st, the body can lose electrolytes through various means, such as urine, sweat, and even through breathing.

Without sufficient intake of electrolytes, the body may experience imbalances that can lead to various health issues including:

muscle cramps, dizziness, weakness, irregular heartbeats, and in severe cases, even life-threatening conditions such as de4th.

Here's a breakdown of each electrolyte and its role in the body:

Sodium (Na+):

Role: Sodium is the primary extracellular cation (positively charged ion) and plays a vital role in maintaining fluid balance and blood pressure. It is essential for nerve impulse transmission and muscle function.

Source: Commonly found in table salt (sodium chloride) and many processed foods.

Potassium (K+):

Role: Potassium is the primary intracellular cation. It helps regulate fluid balance, nerve impulses, muscle contractions (including the heart), and maintains proper cellular function.

Source: Found in various fruits and vegetables, such as bananas, oranges, potatoes, and spinach.

Calcium (Ca2+):

Role: Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth. It also plays a key role in muscle contractions, nerve transmission, blood clotting, and cell signaling.

Source: Dairy products, leafy greens, nuts, and fortified non-dairy milk.

Magnesium (Mg2+):

Role: Magnesium is involved in hundreds of enzymatic reactions in the body, including energy production, protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, and maintaining healthy bones.

Source: Found in nuts, seeds, whole grains, leafy greens, and legumes.

Chloride (Cl-):

Role: Chloride is the major extracellular anion (negatively charged ion) and works closely with sodium to help maintain fluid balance and osmotic pressure in cells.

Source: Commonly found in table salt (sodium chloride) and many processed foods.

Bicarbonate (HCO3-):

Role: Bicarbonate is involved in regulating the body's acid-base balance (pH level) and is a crucial component of the bicarbonate buffering system.

Source: The body produces bicarbonate as part of normal metabolic processes.

Phosphate (HPO42-):

Role: Phosphate is essential for bone and teeth mineralization, energy production (adenosine triphosphate, ATP), and serves as a component of DNA and RNA.

Source: Found in various foods, including meat, dairy products, nuts, and whole grains.

To prevent these complications and support the body during a water f4st, it is crucial to supplement with electrolytes.

Many people who practice prolonged water f4st!ng or intermittent f4st!ng find it helpful to take electrolyte supplements or consume electrolyte-rich drinks to ensure they maintain proper mineral balance throughout the f4!sting period. However, it is essential to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any regimen or supplement routine, as individual needs may vary.

[theambitiouswoman]

Skincare Routine and Product 101 🧖‍♀️🫧🧴💕

Morning Routine:

Cleanser: Gently cleanse your face with a mild cleanser to remove sweat and oil.

Toner: Apply a alcohol-free toner to balance your skin's pH levels.

Serum (Optional): Apply a serum with antioxidants or specific skin concerns (e.g., Vitamin C for brightening).

Moisturizer: Use a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer to hydrate your skin.

Sunscreen: Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen to protect your skin from UV rays.

Evening Routine:

Makeup Removal: Use a gentle makeup remover or cleansing oil to remove makeup and sunscreen.

Cleanser: Cleanse your face again with a mild cleanser to remove impurities.

Exfoliating (1-2 times a week): Use a gentle exfoliant to remove dead skin cells and promote cell turnover.

Toner Apply toner to balance your skin after cleansing.

Serum: Apply a serum with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or retinol (if suitable for your skin type).

Eye Cream (Optional): Apply a lightweight eye cream to moisturize the delicate skin around your eyes.

Moisturizer: Use a slightly thicker night cream or moisturizer to deeply hydrate your skin.

Descriptions:

Cleanser:

Purpose: Removes dirt, oil, and impurities from the skin's surface.

Types: Gel cleansers, foaming cleansers, cream cleansers, oil cleansers.

Toner:

Purpose: Balances the skin's pH, preps for other products, and provides light hydration.

Types: Hydrating toners, exfoliating toners (with AHAs/BHAs).

Serum:

Purpose: Concentrated formulas targeting specific skin concerns (e.g., hydration, brightening, anti-aging).

Types: Hyaluronic acid serums, vitamin C serums, retinol serums.

Moisturizer:

Purpose: Hydrates and seals moisture into the skin, creating a protective barrier.

Types: Gel moisturizers, cream moisturizers, oil-based moisturizers.

Sunscreen:

Purpose: Protects the skin from UV rays, preventing sun damage and premature aging.

Types: Physical sunscreens (with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide).

Exfoliant:

Purpose: Removes dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and promotes cell turnover.

Types: Physical exfoliants (scrubs), chemical exfoliants (AHAs, BHAs).

Mask:

Purpose: Provides a concentrated treatment for specific concerns (e.g., hydration, acne).

Types: Clay masks (absorb excess oil), sheet masks (hydrate and soothe), sleeping masks (overnight treatment).

Eye Cream:

Purpose: Hydrates and addresses specific concerns around the delicate eye area (e.g., dark circles, puffiness).

Spot Treatment:

Purpose: Targets individual pimples or blemishes with concentrated ingredients.

Makeup Remover:

Purpose: Effectively removes makeup, sunscreen, and impurities from the skin.

Cleansing Oil:

Purpose: Gently dissolves makeup and sunscreen, leaving skin clean and hydrated.

Micellar Water:

Purpose: Cleanses and removes makeup using micelle molecules, requires no rinsing.

Essence:

Purpose: A lightweight, hydrating step that prepares skin for subsequent products.

Ampoule:

Purpose: A highly concentrated serum for intense treatment of specific concerns.

Facial Oil:

Purpose: Nourishes and adds extra hydration to the skin, especially for dry or mature skin types.

Your skincare routine should be tailored to your individual skin type, concerns, and preferences. Start with the basics and gradually introduce new products to observe how your skin responds.

[batmanisagatewaydrug]

what are your thoughts on those creams that are advertised as supposed to make a vagina smell better? they seem suspect to me cause they idea of sticking any creams in there unless its for an infection or issue you already have seems like a surefire way to get a yeast infection and i saw a bunch right next to the vagisil at the pharmacy yesterday and it made me kinda raise an eyebrow. but if its at the pharmacy im assuming maybe it isnt as actively harmful as i think?

hi anon,

yeah, don't use those. your vagina knows how to take care of itself just fine and it smells how it's supposed to smell; if something really is unusual about it, then you most likely need antibiotics, not an artificial scent from walmart. the vast majority of those products contain chemicals that are much more likely to know your vaginal floral WAY out of balance and make you much susceptible to infections and more negative smells.

for anyone worried about what constitutes a "normal" vaginal smell, I've borrowed this handy list from our friends at Cleveland Clinic:

A vaginal odor that smells slightly sour or tangy may be a sign that the pH level in your vaginal flora is slightly more acidic than is typical. This smell is associated with the good bacteria in your vagina, lactobacilli. Some people describe the odor as yeasty, similar to sourdough bread.

A slightly sweet or bittersweet smell, like molasses or gingerbread, may also be a sign that your pH levels have changed.

Your vaginal discharge may smell slightly metallic — like copper pennies — when you’re menstruating. This is because period blood contains iron.

A vagina that smells like ammonia may be a sign that there’s urine residue on your genitals (vulva) or that you’re dehydrated.

A skunk-like scent or a smell similar to body odor may be a sign that you’re stressed and your sweat glands are working overtime.

[dreamingalto]

I was slightly bored and couldn't decide on what to do... and then I remembered the Hunger Games Simulator existed.

And I have been watching too much Dan and Phil lately...

One thing lead to another and I eventually ended up with the following:

The Phangry Games

Naming logic went something like this: Hunger to Hungry. Gotta insert the infamous Ph at the beginning. Phangry.

Also yes Pastel Phil is accidentally named Punk Phil I didn't notice the mistake until after I began.

And it turned out 1000% more entertaining than I ever thought it could be.

So right off the bat, we have BIG Dan and Craftie Dan planning their fishing trip while Hiatus Dan is staying in character and fucking right off.

Then a couple of them are fighting for bags but the bloodbath is staying pretty safe right now.

In fact, there is only 1 death during the bloodbath.

Thought that meant that Day 1 was going to be a slow start but I SPOKE WAY TOO SOON! First, one of the craftie boys bites the dust to an infection of all things. Apparently HE doesn't provide medical care for infections.

Interactive Introverts Phil also tried to get rid of the current Phil but he managed to escape. So really, no harm no foul.

Then the Acid Rain started and DAMN DAN AND PHIL (spoiler: especially Dan) CAN NOT SURVIVE ACID RAIN VERY WELL AT ALL!

The day ended with only 11 survivors. 7 Phils and 4 Dans. PINOFs, Punks, Crafties, and WAD Era have all been completely eliminated!

At this point, I decide I am rooting for the 2009 boys, Sister Daniel, or COTY and Revival (AKA the Current/2024) Phil. But I was also just immensely amused at how quickly the simulator popped off this time.

The first night was pretty quiet with no deaths or anything occuring. Some of the Phils snuggled up together while Revival Phil snuggled up with 2009 Dan.

Then almost immediately on Day 2, a group with both the 2009 Boys, COTY Phil, and Sister Daniel actually raid Revival Phil's camp. So 10/10 on the betrayal there 2009 Dan.

It stays quiet the rest of day 2. AND INTERESTINGLY ENOUGH ON NIGHT 2!

Phil STOP TRUSTING 2009 DAN HE LITERALLY HELPED RAID YOUR CAMP EARLIER!

But besides the whole trust and betrayal plot with those two, we have both of the hiatus boys deciding that it was time to start the hiatus for everyone else.

Hiatus Phil going for the more strategic kill as Pastel Phil is only Phil who has a kill up to this point.

Day 3 brings the feast. And just like BIG Dan tripped and died during the acid rain...

Coming out of the closet apparently involved tripping out of the closet.

The feast also included the continuation of the Hiatus Boys kill streak with them getting rid of half of the remaining Dans.

I really apperciate Hiatus Dan's commitment to lore accuracy.

This left only 6 tributes for the rest of Day 3.

Which turned to the final five tributes almost immediately with 2009 Phil finishing off the TATINOF era team.

All that is left in the Final Five is the 2009 Boys, the Hiatus Boys, and Revival Phil.

Night 3 is pretty quiet. But Day 4 ends up leveling the playing field with Hiatus Phil accidentally eating toxic berries.

Nothing in particular happens on Night 4 EXCEPT for the fact that 2009 Dan is now snuggling up with Hiatus Dan.

AND WITH A TASTE OF HIS OWN BETRAYAL MEDICINE FROM THE BEGINNING OF THE GAME, Hiatus Dan tries but fails to eliminate 2009 Dan in the morning of Day 5.

After the failed attempt to eliminate 2009 Dan, Night 5 is actually pretty quiet. But on Day 6, Hiatus Dan sets his sights on the 2009 team again.

This brought us to the final three. 2009 Dan and Revival Phil, who both have no kills so far. And Hiatus Dan, who has brought a hiatus to at least three other Dans/Phils.

I don't have that much faith in either 2009 Dan or Revival Phil, but anything can happen in this simulator.

And on Night 6:

Revival Phil, in a bit of an ironic twist of following lore accuracy, put an end to Hiatus Dan while 2009 Dan actually ended up on fire.

No I am not sorry for that last sentence.

THIS MAKES PHIL THE WINNER OF THE ENTIRE PHANGRY GAMES!

The simulation turned out a lot more dramatic than I have experienced in the past (with the whole underlying Trust/Betrayal Plotline that ended up emerging with the final three) and was so funny to go through.

Here is a link to the simulator in case this post reminded you this simulator existed and you wanted to try it for yourself.

(The above link should load up the DnP Season as shown in the first image but it might not work after around three months due to the websites saving policy)

[ecobud]

The Importance of Water pH for Health and the Environment

The pH of water is a measure of its acidity or alkalinity. It is an essential factor that can impact the quality and safety of water for drinking, agricultural, and industrial uses. In this article, we will discuss water's pH, how it is measured, and why it matters.

What Is pH?

The term pH stands for "potential of hydrogen" and is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 0 being the most acidic, 14 being the most alkaline, and 7 being neutral.

The pH of a solution is determined by the concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) and hydroxide ions (OH-) in the solution.

How Is pH Measured?

The pH of water can be measured using pH testing drops, pH meter or pH strips. pH testing drops instantly change the colour of a solution based on the pH. A pH meter is a device that measures the voltage of a solution and converts it into a pH value. pH strips are small strips of paper or plastic that change colour based on the pH of the solution they are dipped into.

Why Does pH Matter?

The pH of water is important for several reasons, including:

Drinking Water Quality: The pH of drinking water can impact its taste and odour. Water with a pH between 6.5 and 8.5 is considered safe for drinking, but water outside this range may have an unpleasant taste or smell. Additionally, low pH (acidic) water can corrode pipes and leach metals into the water, posing health risks.

Agricultural Use: The pH of water used for irrigation can impact plant growth and soil health. Soil pH is essential for nutrient availability and can impact plants' uptake of essential nutrients. Water with a high pH (alkaline) can raise the pH of the soil, making it less suitable for some crops.

Industrial Use: The pH of water is important in many industrial processes, including manufacturing, mining, and wastewater treatment. Water with a high or low pH can impact the efficiency of these processes and may require additional treatment to meet regulatory requirements.

Environmental Impact: The pH of water can impact aquatic ecosystems. Water with a low pH (acidic) can harm fish and other aquatic life, while water with a high pH (alkaline) can cause algae blooms and other environmental problems.

Acidic vs. Alkaline Water

Acidic water has a pH below 7, while alkaline water has a pH above 7. The ideal pH for drinking water is between 6.5 and 8.5, as water with a pH outside of this range may have negative health effects.

However, water pH for other uses may vary depending on the specific application. For example, water used for irrigation may need to have a pH in a certain range to optimize plant growth.

To Sum Up

The pH of water is an important factor that can impact its quality and safety for drinking, agricultural, and industrial uses. Water with a pH between 6.5 and 8.5 is considered safe for drinking, but water outside of this range may have an unpleasant taste or smell and pose health risks.

The pH of water used for irrigation can impact plant growth and soil health, while the pH of water used in industrial processes can impact efficiency and regulatory compliance. Understanding the pH of water is important for ensuring its safe and effective use in various applications.

Ecobud offers quality filters for alkaline water. We are focused on health and the environment. Get in touch with us.

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[autopsyfreak]

Stages of Decomposition #1

First Stage: Autolysis

once death has occurred and the internal organs are no longer functioning, there is leftover CO2 (carbon dioxide), due to the organs that can clear any waste ceasing to operate. this leads to the body’s pH becoming acidic. studies have shown that over the course of approximately 20 hours post-mortem, the pH of the corpse will change from 7.0 to roughly 5.5. this drastic change in pH is harmful to cell membranes within our bodies, which may lead them to become damaged and allows the enzymes within the body to roam freely.

these enzymes then begin breaking down the cells, essentially eating them away, causing the stage of decay known as autolysis (also known as self-digestion).

during this time, other death states are likely to also occur, such as livor mortis (post-mortem hypostasis - basically the blood pools in areas of the body due to it no longer being pumped round and gravity now causes it to rest in place, this may cause dark patches on the body where the blood is resting) and rigor mortis (post-mortem rigidity - the body becomes almost frozen and stiffens, which is caused by the levels of ATP being severely decreased).

entomology is also an important post-mortem factor, as the study of which insects eating the cadaver and how many generations of said insect are living in the orifices, helps to determine the post-mortem interval (time of death).

[darksilvania]

The 5 Lakes of the Underworld fakemons

**Be warned, this is a very long post**

After the main story is finished and you have become the regional Kroel champion you will have access to new missions and sidequests, most coming from Neo-Kroel main research center. One of this special missions requires you to investigate the underground lakes of Kroel, 5 lakes deep under the earth that have conditions were life shouldnt exist, yet each one has a unique species of pokemon living in them.

The 5 lakes are at the bottom level of different caves you would have came across during your travel, but before becoming a champion you should not be able to enter their lowest level. everytime you try going in there a warning saying "its too dangerous to go down" stopping you. Once you accept the mission, the researchers will give you a special suit that allows you to go down, as well as one for your pokemon, similar to the suit your receive in Omega Ruby/Alpha Saphire when fighting the legendaries.

This 5 lakes are based on the 5 lakes of the underworld in greek mythology

The first lake is one where the water has turn to acid, due to a high concentration of iron altering the waters pH, the acid releases toxic fumes that fill up the caves air and some of it has leaked into the floor above. This cave represents the Rive Styx from the greek underworld. The pokemon inhabiting this lake is based on a Hagfish (Myxini glutinosa) and it's a Water/Poison type, its body is covered in a very toxic mucus that protect it from the harmful acid, but can be very harmful for other pokemons.

The second lake is one where the presence of a very rare form ol fungi has given the water psychotropic properties, the air in this cave alone can cause very strong hallucinations and the water can do sever damage to the brain, causing even memory loss. This lake represents the River Lethe from the greek underworld.  The pokemon inhabitting this lake is based on the Glass Octopus (Vitreledonella richardi) and it's a Water/Psychic type. This pokemon has managed to survive thanks to the large size of its brain, who not only is not damaged by the water but has used it to increase its extrasenssorial abilities.

The third lake is one where the water has become Anoxic, this means water has lost its oxygen, and fish shouldnt be able to breathe in it. The whole enviroment of the cave has a very thin air, which makes harder to breath even outside water. This lake representes the river Acheron from the Greek underworld. The pokemon inhabiting this lake is based on the Spookfish, also known as long nosed chimera (Rhinochimaera pacifica), and it's Water/Ghost type. This pokemon is actually the ghost of the original pokemon who occupied the lake before the water turned anoxic, unable to adapt quickly enough they all died, and their souls possesed their old skins

The fouth lake is one where water has become Supercooled, which means it has reached temperatures below the freezing point without actually freezing. The cave in general is too cold, with ice in every surface. This lake represents the river Cocytus from the greek underworld. The pokemon inhabiting this lake is based on the Terrible Claw Lobster (Dinochelus ausubeli), and it's a Water/Ice type. It uses its chainsaw like pincer to cut through the ice, with its body covered in a hard, protective armor. Despite its looks it feeds on a special type of moss that grows beneath the ice.

And the fifth lake is one where the water has become Superheated, which means water that has reached temperatures above the boiling point without actually boiling. The heat in this cave is extreme, with all surfaces reaching temperatures above 100° C. This lake represents the river Phlegeton from the greek underworld. The pokemon inhabiting this lake is based in the Black Dragonfish (Idiacanthus atlanticus), and it's a Dragon/Fire type, the only one of this pokemon that is not a water type. Its hard scales protect him from the scalding water, and it can create flames that can burn even underwater.

I still need to think in their abilities and names and all that, but hope this works as an interesting read