A. A 1/4-ounce envelope of unflavored gelatin contains 1 tablespoon, which is enough to gel about 2 cups of most clear liquids. Keep in mind that certain foods-figs, ginger root, guava, kiwifruit, papaya, and pineapple-contain an enzyme that prevents gelatin from thickening.
Upwelling in the coastal ocean can be due to a number of factors. In most situations the upwelling is wind driven and its effect on currents, stratification and nutrient supply determined by topographic detail such as water depth and the shape of the coastline.
Infections are a major cause of mortality in patients with aplastic anemia.Risk factors include prolonged neutropenia and the indwelling catheters used for specific therapy. Fungal infections, especially those due to Aspergillus species, pose a major risk. Patients should maintain hygiene to reduce infection risk.