Category: Engineering

What is the indigenous name for Dominica? The original inhabitants of the island now called Dominica were the indigenous Kalinago-Taino (Carib-Arawaks). What is another name for Caribs? The Kalinago, also known as the Island Caribs or simply Caribs, are an indigenous people of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean. Where are the Caribs now? To […]

Is hemp and flax the same thing? Flax (in fibre form) is practically undifferentiated from hemp, which threatens possible confusion with the latter, which is considerably different in price. Flax and hemp are cellulose fibres produced from stocks of row material. Their properties are similar and they are scarcely differentiated at the fibre form. What […]

Why is my oil dirty after an oil change? Over time, your vehicle’s oil filter can collect dirt, debris, and gunk. All that gunk can cause your engine oil to become dirty. This is normal. Long delays between oil changes and normal engine wear and tear can also lead to dirty oil. Is oil flush […]

What did Leif Erikson do that made him significant in Viking history? After spending the winter in Vinland, Leif sailed back to Greenland, and never returned to North American shores. He is generally believed to be the first European to reach the North American continent, nearly four centuries before Christopher Columbus arrived in 1492. Who […]

How do I transfer data to my iPad? How to transfer data to new iPad: Use iCloud Open Settings on your old iPad. Tap the Apple ID banner. Tap iCloud. Source: iMore. Tap iCloud Backup. Tap Back Up Now. Source: iMore. Can you upload on an iPad? I love that there’s no need for a […]

When a ball is replaced after being marked and lifted it is not back in play until the ball marker has been removed? If the spot is marked with a ball-marker, after replacing the ball the player must remove the ball-marker before making a stroke. If the player lifts the ball without marking its spot, […]

When did Gordon Brown take over as prime minister from his predecessor Tony Blair? On 11 May 2007, after months of speculation, Gordon Brown formally announced his bid for the Labour leadership and replaced Tony Blair as Prime Minister on 27 June 2007. On 16 May, Channel 4 News announced that Andrew MacKinlay had nominated […]

What key chromatic harmonica should I buy? For the chromatic harmonica player the key of choice is C that’s the one you’ll hear 95% of the time. On the chromatic harmonica it is easier than on a diatonic to play in all 12 keys on a single harmonica. Next in line would be a G […]

Can dogs eat cooked Hambone? Cooked ham bones are not recommended for dogs as they are prone to splinter and can easily damage the dog’s mouth, throat and intestines. Raw ham bones can be given as a treat to your dog after meals. They should be large enough so that the dog doesn’t swallow it. […]

What is textile paint used for? Water based acrylic paint formulated specially for use on fabric. Its optimum viscosity allows it to be applied on pre- washed fabric with a paintbrush. Different coloured paints from the basic range can be mixed together to obtain new shades. What does Textile mean in art? The word textile […]