Category: Physics

What do Alpha Beta and Gamma have in common? Alpha particles carry a positive charge, beta particles carry a negative charge, and gamma rays are neutral. An alpha particle is made up of two protons and two neutrons bound together. Beta particles are high energy electrons. Gamma rays are waves of electromagnetic energy, or photons. […]

What causes hyperemesis during pregnancy? Affected individuals can progress from mild or moderate nausea and vomiting to hyperemesis gravidarum. While the cause of HG is likely multifactorial, currently, the most evidence exists for the placenta and appetite hormone GDF15 as playing an important role in the etiology of HG. Is hyperemesis a high risk pregnancy? […]

What are the agricultural products in Guatemala? The agricultural sector is a crucial component of Guatemala’s economy representing around 25% of the GDP and employing 50% of the labour force. The main crops are coffee, sugarcane, bananas and cotton, but also palm tree, celery, cauliflower and asparagus for a shorter period. What are the major […]

What do paramedics do when they arrived on scene? When Paramedics arrive on the scene of an accident, they assess a patient’s condition and respond accordingly. This may involve interpreting heart readings, administering oxygen or drugs, moving patients or performing basic life support. What skills does a paramedic need? Key skills for paramedics Strong communication […]

Did Malfoy help Harry in Chamber of Secrets? No. Firstly, we don’t know if Draco knew what was in the Chamber- it’s likely he didn’t. The only person who we know for sure knew before Harry went down there was Voldemort, and he’s not exactly the sharing type. What does Draco do in Chamber of […]

Which type of body wave travels faster? The first kind of body wave is the P wave or primary wave. This is the fastest kind of seismic wave, and, consequently, the first to ‘arrive’ at a seismic station. The P wave can move through solid rock and fluids, like water or the liquid layers of […]

How long can you keep fresh cockles in the fridge? Keeping your shellfish fresh Your shellfish should stay alive and fresh in your fridge for a least two days but it is always best to enjoy them as soon as possible. Make sure that you store them as recommended. How do you cook frozen cockles? […]

Why does the government control inflation? The aim of a contractionary policy is to reduce the supply of money within an economy by lowering the prices of bonds and rising interest rates. Thus, consumption falls, prices fall and inflation slows down. What three things might the government do to correct inflation? Other policies to reduce […]

Why is it called Gorilla hail? Parts of Texas were pummeled with so-called “gorilla” hail Monday, leaving smashed windshields and other property damage in its wake. The term “gorilla hail” was coined by storm chaser Reed Timmer, who met the storm Monday just west of Llano. Does Texas get hail storms? Texas had the highest […]

How is e mc2 used in everyday life? When you drive your car, E = mc2 is at work. As the engine burns gasoline to produce energy in the form of motion, it does so by converting some of the gasoline’s mass into energy, in accord with Einstein’s formula. When you use your MP3 player, […]