Definition. 1  A blood clot is a thickened mass in the blood formed by tiny substances called platelets. Clots form to stop bleeding, such as at the site of cut. 2  As soon as a blood vessel wall is damagedâby a cut or similar traumaâa series of reactions normally takes place to activate platelets to stop the bleeding.
Series EE bonds mature after 30 years, meaning they can earn interest for that period of time. EE bonds are sold for half of face value and the U.S. Treasury Department guarantees they will reach face value after 20 years. Bonds must be owned for at least one year before redemption.
How long does it take for a Patriot Bond to mature? How long does it take for a Series EE savings bond to mature? A Patriot Bond and a Series EE bond are the same thing. If by mature you mean stop paying interest, the answer is 30 years. On the other hand, if by mature you mean reach face value, it depends on when the bond was issued. New ones issued today are guaranteed to reach face value in 20 years, but it could happen faster than that if interest rates go up. Rate this post (1 to 5 stars): (Average rating: 3.50 stars)