Do you have to apply for sixth form? Most colleges and sixth forms within schools will start to open their application process in the autumn term of Year 11. Note, however, that normally it is not necessary to submit an application if you want to remain at your current school’s own sixth form. What can […]
How do you determine if a good is a substitute or complement?
How do you determine if a good is a substitute or complement? We determine whether goods are complements or substitutes based on cross price elasticity – if the cross price elasticity is positive the goods are substitutes, and if the cross price elasticity are negative the goods are complements. What is an example of a […]
Why is the Golden Gate Bridge called the Golden Gate?
Why is the Golden Gate Bridge called the Golden Gate? The name Golden Gate was given in 1846 by Captain John C. Frémont in analogy to the Golden Horn of the Bosporus (Turkey) when he visualized rich cargoes from the Orient flowing through the strait. Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco. Did the Golden Gate Bridge […]
Does the inner core of a virus contains genetic material?
Does the inner core of a virus contains genetic material? Types of Nucleic Acid The virus core contains the genome or total genetic content of the virus. Viral genomes tend to be small, containing only those genes that encode proteins that the virus cannot obtain from the host cell. This genetic material may be single- […]
Who invented water rockets?
Who invented water rockets? Joanes de Fontana invented the first torpedo type rocket to destroy enemy ships. While most uses of rockets at this time were for war, there is a Chinese legend about an official named Wan-Hu, who supposedly built a rocket-powered flying chair propelled by 47 fire-arrow rockets. Click the image to learn […]
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What is considered the golden age of Islam?
What is considered the golden age of Islam? The Islamic Golden Age refers to a period in the history of Islam, traditionally dated from the 8th century to the 13th century, during which much of the historically Islamic world was ruled by various caliphates and science, economic development, and cultural works flourished. When was golden […]
Does JCPenney accept Discover?
Does JCPenney accept Discover? We currently accept Visa and MasterCard credit and debit cards, and Discover, American Express and JCPenney credit cards. Select one credit or debit card for the payment of your order. When your credit or debit card is authorized, funds are put on hold until the transaction is completed. What credit cards […]
Which animal is the most adapted to survive?
Which animal is the most adapted to survive? Here are seven animals that have adapted in some crazy ways in order to survive in their habitats. Wood frogs freeze their bodies. Kangaroo rats survive without ever drinking water. Antarctic fish have “antifreeze” proteins in their blood. African bullfrogs create mucus “homes” to survive the dry […]