Problem: Article: To ascertain the sex of a cat or kitten, it's necessary to pick the cat up. Some cats don't like to be handled, so take a little time to let him or her get comfortable around you. Stand or crouch near the cat and let him or her approach you. When the cat comes close, let him or her sniff your hand. If the cat seems nervous, you may have to come back later or have a partner help you with the next step. Gently pick up the cat and cradle him or her in one arm. Use your free hand to lift the tail so you can examine the genital area. If the cat doesn't mind being handled, this may be easiest to perform while sitting on a chair or the couch, so you don't have to worry about dropping the cat. If you're working with a partner, have the partner hold the cat securely in both arms while you lift the tail. If the cat avoids having his or her tail lifted, try scratching him or her in the area where the tail meets the back. Cats usually lift their tails when they are touched in this spot. The surest way to tell the difference between a male and female cat is by examining the cat's physical features below its tail. Begin by looking for male genital features, which can be somewhat easier to spot. A male cat will have an anus, scrotum, and penis, while a female cat will have only an anus and urinary tract opening. In an entire (or tom) cat, the scrotum is covered with fur and contains two testicles, each typically ranging in size from the size of cherry pits to actual cherries. The scrotum sticks out from the male cat's rear as a fairly obvious pair of bumps. If the cat has long fur, this can make the scrotum more difficult to see, in which case try dampening the fur with water to flatten it down and make the scrotum more obvious. A neutered male cat will still have a scrotum, though it will typically be smaller. The penis is sited below the scrotum, beneath the skin, and exits at a small furry mound between the cat's thighs. You might imagine a male cat's genitalia resembling a colon (:). A male cat's anus and urinary tract opening are at least 1 inch (2.5cm) apart, or 12 inch (1.3cm) for kittens. If the cat's genitalia doesn't appear to match that of a male cat, begin looking for female traits. A female cat will have an anus and a urinary tract opening/vulva, with the vulva in the shape of a vertical slit. You can imagine a female cat's genitalia as resembling a semi-colon (;). A female cat will have a shorter distance between anus and vulva, typically about 12 inch (1.3cm) apart.
Summary: Approach the cat or kitten with care. Lift the cat's tail. Look for genitalia characteristic of a male cat. Look for genitalia characteristic of a female cat.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Don't bleach hair that is freshly washed. The bleaching process will dry your hair out significantly, potentially causing damage and breakage. Your hair's natural oils will prevent this. A freshly-washed scalp is also much more sensitive and will itch more during bleaching. Your bleach kit will have two main components: dry powdered bleach and a hydrogen peroxide solution. Mix the two according to the ratios or instructions on your dye kit, using a tint brush or plastic spoon. Follow the instructions on your kit if they are different from what is described here. Developers come in different strengths rated by numbered "volumes." If your hair is already fairly light, use volume 10. Volume 20 is for darker blondes, volume 30 for light browns, and volume 40 for darker browns and black. Higher volumes can be more damaging to your hair, but they can also lighten it faster. If you've never bleached your hair to platinum blonde before, you will need to know how long it takes your hair to lighten. Select a small amount of hair close to the roots at an inconspicuous place and section it off. Brush on some bleach using a tiny brush. Let the bleach set and check the strand every 5 to 10 minutes. If your hair is not light enough after an hour, you will need to do multiple rounds of bleaching. Rinse the bleach away between rounds and reapply it. To minimize damage, do not leave bleach in your hair for over an hour. Use a tint brush to apply your bleach mixture evenly to your hair. Work in sections, brushing in the direction your hair grows. Start from the very back of your head and work your way forward, leaving the sections of hair that frame your face for the end. If your hair is thick, flip up each section to expose the next layer of hair underneath and apply there, too. Leave about a one-inch section around your roots to do last, after the face-framing strands. The heat from your scalp will cause your roots to bleach a little faster than your normal hair. Try to go as quickly as possible to ensure an even color. Refer back to the results of your strand test to determine how long you should leave the bleach in your hair. Cover your hair up with either a shower cap or plastic wrap while you wait. Keep in mind that a little itchiness on your scalp is normal. Use warm water without shampoo. Be very careful to not get any bleach in your eyes as you rinse. If possible, ask someone to rinse your hair for you in a sink while you look up as if you were in a salon. If you aren't immediately moving on to the next step, allow your hair to air dry. Blow drying can further strip your hair of moisture, potentially exacerbating any damage the bleach has caused.

SUMMARY: Wait a day or two after your last shampoo. Mix bleach powder with developer. Do a strand test. Apply the bleach. Let the bleach sit. Rinse out the bleach.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Tomatillos require regular watering, but it is not necessary to keep them saturated. Plan to water them well once per week, or twice per week during extra hot or dry weather. To reduce the risk of mold developing, try to avoid getting water on the leaves and stems of the tomatillos. Water at the base of the plant instead. Tomatillos will easily grow out of control if you do not keep a close watch on them. If you are concerned about the tomatillos growing too much, watch for new shoots and pinch them back as they appear. Tomatillos are resistant to diseases and have few threats from insects and other pests, but you should still be on the lookout for these issues so that you can treat the plants if necessary. Some of the diseases and pests that may afflict tomatillos include: Cutworms. These are worms whose larvae feed on the inside of tomatillos, and on the stems and leaves. Several insecticides can help to control cutworms including Root-knot nematodes. These insects feed on the roots, which causes the plants to wilt. Tobacco budworms. The larvae of these worms eat the inside of tomatillos. Whiteflies. These flies eat the underside of tomatillo leaves. Black spot. This disease causes black spots on the leaves and fruit. Apply a fungicide to the plants. Tobacco mosaic virus. This disease causing wilting, decreased size, and reduced yield. You will need to remove the affected plants to prevent the disease from spreading.
Summary:
Water once per week. Pinch back new shoots to control growth. Check for diseases and pests.