The fungus kingdom contains more than 99,000 known species distributed throughout the world. Fungi are extremely diverse, ranging from mushrooms to yeasts, and the taxonomy of the group is contentious. The following is a partial taxonomic list of

This is an alphabetically ordered list of individual furniture pieces followed by a list of furniture types or

A galaxy is any of the systems of stars and interstellar matter that make up the universe. Many such assemblages are so enormous that they contain hundreds of billions of stars. Galaxy clusters are gravitationally bound groupings of galaxies, numbering from the hundreds to the tens of thousands.

This is a list of games organized alphabetically by type. (See also list of hobbies, list of sports, and list of children’s games and toys in

The following is a list of botanical gardens and arboretums, ordered alphabetically by

This is a list of gemstones. (See also

This is a list of prominent geneticists, organized alphabetically by country of birth or residence. Geneticists study heredity in general and genes in particular. (See also biology; DNA; genetics;

This is an alphabetically ordered list of selected goats (genus Capra). (See also artiodactyl; bovid;

This is a list of golfers, ordered alphabetically by place of origin or residence. (See also

This is an alphabetically ordered list of Greek mythological figures, including deities and other immortal beings as well as significant legendary mortals. (See also Greek mythology; Hellenistic religion; ancient Greece;

This is an alphabetically ordered list of American football players. (See also football and National Football

This is a list of herbs and spices, ordered alphabetically by common name. (See also spice and herb; spice

Hills are landforms that rise above the surrounding terrain and have relatively confined summits but are generally understood to be smaller than mountains. There is no formal distinction between the two. This is a list of hills, ordered alphabetically by country. Also included are landforms such as

Hinduism is known for its many—and many-armed—gods. How many gods are there? Some Hindus insist that there is only a single essence, called brahman, pervading everything, while others would contend that there is one god appearing in multiple forms. Still other Hindus acknowledge a plethora of

This is a list of hobbies organized alphabetically by type of activity. See also list of games and list of

This is a list of hockey players, ordered alphabetically by country of origin or residence. (See also ice hockey; field hockey; National Hockey

This is a list of holidays and observances organized alphabetically by religion, followed by a list of secular and ancient holidays and observances. See also holiday; feast; Buddhism; Christianity; Hinduism; Islam; Jainism; Judaism;

Homopterans are any of the more than 32,000 species of sucking insects constituting the order Homoptera. All of the Homoptera are plant feeders, with mouthparts adapted for sucking plant sap. This is an alphabetically ordered list of significant

The horses, zebras, and asses constitute the family Equidae. All of the modern members of the family are placed in the genus Equus. This is a list of equines ordered alphabetically by species. (See also horse racing; list of

When a user visits a website using an Internet browser, the browser communicates with a server that handles browser requests. The server responds to the request with a certain action, either allowing the website to load or displaying an error message. Such actions are determined by the HyperText

This is a list of people who have made significant contributions to the advancement of human rights, ordered alphabetically by country of birth or residence. It includes politicians, artists, and other people who have championed human rights causes through activism or philanthropy in addition to

The cuisine of India is varied thanks to the country’s diverse cultures and history. The following are 10 Indian spices that are central to the flavours of the

This is an alphabetically ordered list of infectious diseases, grouped by the type of organism that causes them. (See also bloodborne disease; sexually transmitted disease; zoonotic disease; list of parasitic

Computer science, like many other STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) disciplines, is primarily male-dominated. Women have made important contributions to the field with significantly less recognition than their male counterparts, and, as of 2023, approximately a fifth of

Insects (class Insecta) have segmented bodies, jointed legs, and external skeletons. Insects are distinguished from other arthropods by their body, which is divided into three major regions: (1) the head, which bears the mouthparts, eyes, and a pair of antennae, (2) the three-segmented thorax,

list of Internet domains, This is a list of the most popular top-level domains (TLDs) in order of popularity. The first TLD was .arpa, for sites connected to the ARPANET computer network. With the tremendous growth in Internet sites in the 1980s, .arpa was replaced by five TLDs: .gov for government

The Apple iPhone, first released in 2007, ushered in a new era of smartphone innovation. The first widely distributed touchscreen phone, the iPhone was created after two years of development and ran on the iPhone OS 1 (developed from Mac OS X) operating system. The main appeal of the device was its

This a list of significant islands, island groups, and archipelagos ordered alphabetically by country or region. (See also island

James Bond is a fictional character created by British novelist Ian Fleming. Fleming introduced Bond, a secret agent in the British Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), in his 1953 novel Casino Royale. Known as Agent 007, Bond is a suave Cold War–era superspy who uses his special forces training and

This is an alphabetically ordered list of jazz musicians, including both instrumentalists and vocalists. See also jazz, swing, bebop, Dixieland, Kansas City style, New Orleans style, Chicago style, Latin jazz, free jazz, jazz-rock, and

This is a list of journalists, organized alphabetically by place of origin or residence. (See also

Judges are public officials vested with the authority to hear, determine, and preside over legal matters brought in a court of law. This is a list of judges ordered alphabetically by country of origin or residence. (See also administrative law; common law; civil law; constitutional law; criminal

The American civil rights movement was a nationwide struggle for justice and equality for Black Americans during the 1950s and ’60s. While the names of some activists—Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and Thurgood Marshall—and their contributions are well known, those figures are just a few of

The Saud dynasty was established under the rule of Muhammad ibn Saud in the 18th century and has since ruled three successive states, followed by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (established in 1932). Although dynastic succession has often passed from father to son, the Saud dynasty is not strictly

This is a list of lakes ordered alphabetically by continent or region and by

Lichens are composite organisms that consist of a symbiotic association of photosynthetic algae or cyanobacteria and one or two fungi. Given that each individual consists of two or three distinct and unrelated species, the taxonomy of the group is contentious. The following is a list of some of the

This is a list of literary prizes and awards ordered alphabetically by the country in which the prize is based. Included are awards for fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and journalism. (See also

In Major League Baseball (MLB) history, there have been only 24 perfect games pitched. A perfect game is one in which a pitcher faces the minimum of 27 opposing batters across nine innings without allowing anyone on base. It is a subset of the more common no-hitter (more than 300 recorded in MLB

A marsupial is any of the more than 250 species belonging to the infraclass Metatheria (sometimes called Marsupialia), a mammalian group characterized by premature birth and continued development of the newborn while attached to the nipples on the mother’s lower belly. This is a list of selected

This is a list of mathematicians, ordered alphabetically by country of origin or residence. (See also

This is a list of medical tests and procedures used to obtain health information and diagnose pathological and nonpathological conditions of the human body. It is grouped by type of procedure and ordered alphabetically. (See alsoddiagnosis; medicine;

Mollusks are soft-bodied invertebrates of the phylum Mollusca, usually wholly or partly enclosed in a calcium carbonate shell secreted by a soft mantle covering the body. Along with the insects and vertebrates, mollusks are one of the most diverse groups in the animal kingdom, with nearly 100,000

There are 171 moons, or natural satellites, orbiting the planets in our solar system; Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune have 1, 2, 66, 62, 27, and 13 moons, respectively. The following is a list of some of the major planetary moons, including those of the dwarf planet

Mosses are small, nonvascular, spore-bearing plants of the division Bryophyta. The approximately 12,000 species are distributed throughout the world. The following is a list of some of the major genera and species of mosses, arranged alphabetically by common

This is a list of mountain ranges ordered alphabetically by continent or region and by

A mountain is a landform that rises prominently above its surroundings, generally exhibiting steep slopes, a relatively confined summit area, and considerable local relief. Mountains generally are understood to be larger than hills, but the term has no standardized geological meaning. Very rarely

This is a chronologically ordered list of movies. See also motion picture, history of the motion picture and Academy

This is a list of museums, ordered alphabetically by continent or region and by

This is a list of classical musical compositions alphabetically organized by composer and by the composer’s place of origin or residence. See also musical form; concerto; fugue; march; opera; operetta; prelude; quartet; scherzo; sinfonia; sonata;

Mustelids include the polecats, the badgers, the martens, the otters, the wolverine, and other members of the weasel family. Historically, skunks have also been included in Mustelidae, but genetic analyses suggest that they belong to a separate family of their own (Mephitidae). Mustelids are

This is a list in chronological order of National Medal of Arts recipients. The National Medal of Arts, established in 1984, is typically awarded annually by the U.S. president to No medals were awarded from 2016 through 2018. The U.S. president may award up to 12 medals each year. See also

This is a list of national parks, organized by continent or region and by

In 1872 the first national park in the United States—and possibly the world—was created: Yellowstone. Since then 62 other national parks have been established in the country and its territories. Considered America’s “crown jewels,” they are known for beautiful landscapes and amazing wildlife. And

The National Security Council (NSC) was established in 1947 to advise the U.S. president on domestic, foreign, and military policies related to national security. The NSC is headed by the national security adviser, who is appointed by the president and not subject to confirmation by the U.S.

This is an alphabetically ordered list of New Zealand writers. In addition to including writers born in New Zealand, the list contains those who wrote important works about the country or spent a significant amount of time there. (See also New Zealand

This is a list of current and historical newspapers organized alphabetically by country of publication. See also newspaper; journalism; news agency; history of

This is a list of nicknames for each of the 50 states of the United States, ordered alphabetically by state. A single state may have more than one nickname. Not all of these nicknames are considered official. This list excludes the District of Columbia and U.S.

Malware (a portmanteau of the terms malicious and software) consists of computer viruses, spyware, computer worms, and other software capable of stealing devices’ data or running harmful code. Cybercriminals use malware to extort money, steal personal information, and spy on their victims. Famous

This is an alphabetical list of notable people who died in

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This is a list of novels ordered chronologically by century and alphabetically by book title. See also novel and

The following is a list of some of the major species of oaks of the genus Quercus, arranged alphabetically by common

This is an alphabetically ordered list of

This is a list of painters organized alphabetically by country of birth or residence. (See also

The following is an alphabetical list of techniques used in painting. The list comprises devices used to introduce the illusion of three dimensions on a two-dimensional surface, methods of paint application, and different mediums chosen by the artist to create the desired visual

This is a list of parasitic diseases, organized by the type of organism that causes the disease. (See also parasitism and

Peninsulas are areas of land surrounded by water on three sides. They may be very large, as in the case of Arabia, or quite small. This a list of peninsulas ordered alphabetically by continent or region and by

This is an alphabetically ordered list of performance artists. See also performance art, Fluxus, and

This is a list of products produced from petroleum. Types of unrefined petroleum include asphalt, bitumen, crude oil, and natural gas. (See also fossil fuel; hydrocarbon; oil; petrochemical; petroleum production; petroleum refining; pitch lake; tar

Pharaohs were kings of ancient Egypt. Though the term pharaoh referring to the king was not used in ancient Egypt until the New Kingdom period (c. 1539–c. 1077 bce), it is now used for all kings of ancient Egypt on the basis of its use in the Hebrew Bible. The list below includes Egyptian rulers

This a list of philosophers ordered alphabetically by country of origin or residence. In addition to philosophers, the list also includes figures whose ideas contributed significantly to philosophy. In the case of some historical figures not identified with an extant country, they are grouped by

This is a list of photographers organized alphabetically by country of birth or residence. (See also history of

This is a list of physicists, ordered alphabetically by country of origin or residence. (See also

This is an alphabetically ordered list of pigs. (See also domestication; hog; livestock farming; peccary;

The pinnipeds are a group of 33 species of aquatic fin-footed mammals composing three families: the true seals (family Phocidae), the fur seals and sea lions (family Otariidae), and the walrus (family Odobenidae). Pinnipeds live only in rich marine environments and a few inland or tropical

The following is a list of pirates and buccaneers, organized alphabetically by nationality or country of

Pixar Animation Studios (or Pixar) is best known for feature-length computer-animated films, such as Toy Story (1995), Finding Nemo (2003), and Up (2009). The company is also known for its short films, the first of which, André and Wally B., was created in 1984. Much of Pixar’s work was produced in

A planet is any relatively large natural body that revolves in an orbit around the Sun or around some other star and that is not radiating energy from internal nuclear fusion reactions. In addition to the above description, some scientists impose additional constraints regarding characteristics

Infectious plant diseases are caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses and can range in severity from mild leaf or fruit damage to death. The following is a list of some of the major plant diseases, grouped by type of causative agent and ordered

The following is a list of natural plant fibers, organized alphabetically by

Amaranthaceae, the amaranth family, contains some 174 genera and around 2,500 species distributed worldwide. Its members are typically herbaceous plants or subshrubs, many of which can tolerate poor saline soils. The flowers are often small and borne in dense inflorescences, and the simple leaves

The amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae) contains 73 genera and at least 1,600 species distributed primarily in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. Members of the family characteristically feature bulbs or underground stems and straplike leaves. The attractive flowers generally have three or

The cashew family, Anacardiaceae, consists of about 80 genera and more than 700 species distributed primarily in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. Its members are characterized by the presence of resin ducts in the bark and feature compound leaves and unisexual flowers. The following is

Comprising 434 genera and about 3,700 species, the carrot family (Apiaceae) is a significant group of flowering plants. Its members are often aromatic and are characterized by hollow stems, taproots, and flat-topped flower clusters known as umbels. The following is a list of some of the major

The arum family (Araceae) comprises 140 genera and about 4,000 species of flowering plants. The flowers are characteristically borne on a distinctive inflorescence known as a spadix and are usually surrounded by a single leaflike bract known as a spathe. Several species are important in the floral

The asparagus family (Asparagaceae) comprises about 153 genera and some 2,500 species of flowering plants. Distributed nearly worldwide, the family is extremely diverse, and its members are united primarily by genetic and evolutionary relationships rather than morphological similarities. The

The aster family (Asteraceae) is one of the largest angiosperm families, with more than 1,620 genera and 23,600 species of herbaceous plants, shrubs, and trees distributed throughout the world. The plants are characterized by their composite flower heads and one-seeded achene fruits. The following

The birch family (Betulaceae) contains six genera and more than 150 species of trees and shrubs. The family is primarily distributed in the Northern Hemisphere and contains a number of important ornamentals as well as timber and nut trees. The following is a list of some of the major genera and

Commonly known as the mustard family, Brassicaceae contains some 338 genera and more than 3,700 species of flowering plants distributed throughout the world. Brassicaceae species are characterized by four-petalled cross-shaped flowers that feature two long and two short stamens and produce podlike

The pineapple family (Bromeliaceae) consists of about 56 genera and 3,000 species of perennial flowering plants, almost all of which are found in the tropical New World and the West Indies. Many grow as epiphytes on other plants, though a number are terrestrial. The small flowers are often

The cactus family (Cactaceae) consists of about 131 genera and 1,866 species of flowering plants, almost all of which are found in the New World. Most cacti are adapted to arid environments, though a number of species are native to rainforests and other tropical or subtropical areas. Many have

The gourd family, Cucurbitaceae, consists of about 975 species across 98 genera. Members of the family are annual or perennial herbaceous plants; many are climbing or trailing vines with characteristic tendrils. The flowers are often showy and unisex and produce large fruits known as pepos. The

The heath family (Ericaceae) is a large group of flowering plants, with more than 4,000 species in 126 genera distributed nearly worldwide. The plants range from small alpine herbs to large tropical trees. Many can tolerate poor acidic soils. The flowers are often urn-shaped with fused petals,

Euphorbiaceae, the spurge family, comprises some 6,745 species and 218 genera of flowering plants distributed primarily in the tropics. The flowers are typically unisexual and are borne in a characteristic cluster known as a cyathia. Many species contain milky latex, and some are useful as a source

Commonly known as the pea family, Fabaceae features about 670 genera and nearly 20,000 species of trees, shrubs, vines, and herbs. Distributed worldwide, members of the family are generally characterized by compound leaves and the production of fruits known as legumes. The following is a list of

The oak, or beech, family (Fagaceae) contains about 1,000 species unevenly distributed across eight genera. The group is mostly limited to the warmer parts of the Northern Hemisphere and comprises a number of important timber and nut trees. The following is a list of some of the major genera and

The mint family (Lamiaceae) is known for its aromatic members, especially the mints and balms. Plants in the family are characterized by square stems, paired and simple leaves, and two-lipped open-mouthed tubular flowers. The following is a list of some of the major genera and species in the mint

The mallow family (Malvaceae) contains some 243 genera and at least 4,225 species of herbaceous plants, shrubs, and trees distributed nearly worldwide. Members of the family often feature showy five-petaled flowers with an epicalyx (fused bracts below the sepals). Many are cultivated as a source of

The mulberry family (Moraceae) comprises about 40 genera and some 1,000 species of deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs, distributed mostly in tropical and subtropical regions. Plants of the family contain a milky latex and generally feature unusual fruits formed by the fusion of the ovaries of

The myrtle family (Myrtaceae) contains about 150 genera and 3,300 species of trees and shrubs. Its members are widely distributed in the tropics and characteristically feature leathery leaves with oil glands. Several are useful as spices, and a number of species are economically important as timber