Is jumping a normal force?

Is jumping a normal force? When we jump, the chemical energy in our muscles get converted to kinetic energy that exerts a force on the ground (that using Newton’s 3rd law), will trigger a reaction that will ‘push’ us up- and thus a jump. This resultant normal force = Mass x Distance of jump. Is […]

Is Si a English word?

Is Si a English word? Meaning of SI in English. abbreviation for Système International: the international system of units used for scientific measurements, with standard base units such as the meter and the kilogram: The SI unit of electric current is the ampere. What can Si stand for? Système international What is the medical term […]

What do you call a substance dissolved any solution?

What do you call a substance dissolved any solution? When one substance dissolves into another, a solution is formed. A solution is a homogeneous mixture consisting of a solute dissolved into a solvent . The solute is the substance that is being dissolved, while the solvent is the dissolving medium. Is caffeine a solute? Coffee […]

What are the hazards of magnesium?

What are the hazards of magnesium? ► Exposure to Magnesium may cause “metal fume fever.” This is a flu-like illness with symptoms of metallic taste in the mouth, headache, fever and chills, aches, chest tightness and cough. The symptoms may be delayed for several hours after exposure and usually last for a day or two. […]

Is water a molecule or compound?

Is water a molecule or compound? Water is a compound. It contains more than one element: hydrogen and oxygen atoms are joined together; as illustrated in the video clip Elements and Compounds, above. An important feature of compounds is that they are very different from the elements from which they are made. Which is not […]

What is difference between hypothesis and prediction?

What is difference between hypothesis and prediction? Difference Between a Hypothesis and Prediction Hypothesis and prediction are both a type of guess. However, the hypothesis is an educated, testable guess in science. A prediction uses observable phenomena to make a future projection. What is the relationship between Type 1 and Type 2 error? In statistical […]

Where is foreshortening used?

Where is foreshortening used? Foreshortening is a technique used in perspective to create the illusion of an object receding strongly into the distance or background. The illusion is created by the object appearing shorter than it is in reality, making it seem compressed. Are foreshortening and perspective the same thing? Perspective is the mathematical rule […]

Why are objects Coloured?

Why are objects Coloured? Objects appear different colours because they absorb some colours (wavelengths) and reflected or transmit other colours. The colours we see are the wavelengths that are reflected or transmitted. White objects appear white because they reflect all colours. Black objects absorb all colours so no light is reflected. Why is red the […]

Begin typing your search term above and press enter to search. Press ESC to cancel.

Back To Top