Causes. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a disease that is passed down through families. It is caused by a defective gene that makes the body produce abnormally thick and sticky fluid, called mucus. This mucus builds up in the breathing passages of the lungs and in the pancreas.ystic fibrosis is a disease that causes thick, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs, digestive tract, and other areas of the body. It is one of the most common chronic lung diseases in children and young adults. It is a life-threatening disorder.
By: Elisa Bob, HSUS. Mar. 16, 2001. For years the fur industry has told the world that karakul lamb furs, also known as Persian lamb and broadtail, are simply byproducts of the meat industry.The most sought-after pelts--those stripped from unborn lambs and made into $25,000 suits--come, it says, from normal, spontaneous sheep abortions.t an auction held by Finnish Fur Sales in December 2000, more than 100,000 broadtail pelts were auctioned for between $19 and $70 each. The skin of fetal lambs is worth far more to karakul farmers than lamb chops.
Patent leather is made with chemicals to give it a shiny, reflective surface. Patent leather is usually black in color and most popularly used in dress making and dancing shoes. It's usually light and thin and is made from leather of a calf.Leather has many uses and comes in many forms, from thick, sturdy cow hide leather and harnesses to soft kid leather for gloves.Patent Leather is made like any other leather except in the last stage it is coated with a glossy finish to give the shiny look.Patent leather started as a superior grade of fine grain leather that passes through specific process to achieve its classy glossy look that is considered sophisticated. Leather is actually made from animals and most often it is made from cow. 2  Skin is removed by skill workers who cut it carefully to preserve its integrity. 3  Any marks or cuts on the skin affect the quality. 4  Soon after the removal of the skin it begins to decay, so immediately it is preserved in salt.