Category: Philosophy

Is there a twin Earth? Twin Earth may refer to: Earth analog or Twin Earth, a theoretical other planet with conditions similar to Earth. Twin Earth thought experiment by philosopher Hilary Putnam, in defense of meaning externalism. Twin Earths, a comic strip. Why Venus is known as Earth’s twin? Venus and Earth are often called […]

Is the Tipton Hotel Real? The Tipton Hotel is a fictional apartment hotel from the television series The Suite Life of Zack and Cody. The hotel was built in 1939. The Tipton Hotel chain is presumed to be a parody of the Hilton Hotel chain, as London Tipton is a parody of real-life hotel heiress, […]

What is a good secondary source? Secondary sources can include books, journal articles, speeches, reviews, research reports, and more. Generally speaking, secondary sources are written well after the events that are being researched. Why are secondary sources unreliable? Their experiences and biases will color how the information is presented. Two different authors can interpret the […]

How do you reference a letter in an email? An email citation should include the name of the writer, the title of the message, a description of the message including who it was sent to, the date it was sent, and the method of delivery. Structure: Last, First M. “Re: Title of Message from Subject […]

What is the safest cholesterol-lowering medication? Still, all in all, the statins are the safest and best tolerated of all cholesterol-lowering medications. Although most patients respond well to statin therapy, some don’t. Do statins do more harm than good? If your risk is low, taking a statin or any cholesterol-lowering drug could do more harm […]

What 2 things are made during photosynthesis? During the process of photosynthesis, cells use carbon dioxide and energy from the Sun to make sugar molecules and oxygen. These sugar molecules are the basis for more complex molecules made by the photosynthetic cell, such as glucose. What must your energy from food be converted to in […]

What is an official position? 1. One who holds an office or position, especially one who acts in a subordinate capacity for an institution such as a corporation or governmental agency. Who is considered a government official? “Government Official” shall mean any officer or employee of a Governmental Entity or any department, agency or instrumentality […]

Does circumcision reduce sensitivity? “Circumcision does NOT reduce sensitivity of the penis” (Daily Mail); “Study finds no difference in sensitivity between circumcised versus non-circumcised men” (Northern California News); “Foreskin doesn’t make a man more ‘sensitive,’ study finds” (Vox); “We finally know whether or not being circumcised affects sexual … What are the disadvantages of male […]

Does God only forgive 490 times? You can’t count the times you forgive – you just go on forgiving. For a start, “490 times” is a nonsense figure, invented by Jesus as “seventy times seven” when Peter asked if it would be reasonable to forgive his brother seven times before thumping him (Matthew ch 18). […]

What are the manifestations of ACS? Take note of these common signs of an acute coronary syndrome: Chest pain or discomfort, which may involve pressure, tightness or fullness. Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the jaw, neck, back or stomach. Shortness of breath. Feeling dizzy or lightheaded. Nausea. Sweating. What is the pathophysiology […]