Why is my body so buoyant? A human submerged in water weighs less (and is less ‘dense’) than the water itself, because the lungs are full of air like a balloon, and like a balloon, the air in lungs lifts you to the surface naturally. If its less dense than water, then it will float. […]
Why is reliability important in information?
Why is reliability important in information? Reliability. Research is the foundation of a strong argument, theory, or analysis. When constructing your research paper, it is important to include reliable sources in your research. Without reliable sources, readers may question the validity of your argument and your paper will not achieve its purpose. How do you […]
What was one benefit of the transcontinental railroad?
What was one benefit of the transcontinental railroad? One benefit of the transcontinental railroad was that it eliminated many risks of traveling cross-country. The Transcontinental Road was possible due to the Pacific Railroads Acts of 1862. The government authorized the construction to two companies: the Union Pacific and the Central Pacific. How did the government […]
Why Iodine is a sublimable substance?
Why Iodine is a sublimable substance? Iodine sublimes for the same reasons that all solids do: because it has some equilibrium vapor pressure an normal conditions. Now, the value of that pressure varies greatly in different solids. Some sources may specify that iodine goes directly from solid to gas when heated, never becoming a liquid. […]
Would an apple sitting on the ground have kinetic energy?
Would an apple sitting on the ground have kinetic energy? Would an apple sitting still on the ground have kinetic energy? Explain. No because it’s not moving. Chemical potential energy- chemical energy because it’s food, and potential energy because it still has the potential to move. Which statement involving potential energy about an apple falling […]
What are the examples of rusting?
What are the examples of rusting? Rusting of iron and steel is perhaps the most common example of metallic corrosion. There are many well-known examples such as the rusting of exhaust systems and bodies of cars, water pipes and various types of structural steel-work. There are other examples of corrosion in everyday life. Which metal […]
Can an artificial satellite be put into orbit in such a way?
Can an artificial satellite be put into orbit in such a way? Not possible, because a satellite will appear stationary only when it revolves in an orbit concentric and coplanar with the equatorial plane having time period of revolution 24 hours and it should have the sense of revolution from west to east that of […]
What are the two highest layers of the atmosphere?
What are the two highest layers of the atmosphere? From lowest to highest, the major layers are the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere and exosphere. Which is the hottest layer of atmosphere? thermosphere How far up is the atmosphere? 10,000 kilometers Is the ozone layer? The ozone layer is one layer of the stratosphere, the second […]
Can hypertension be cured?
Can hypertension be cured? Hypertension is a chronic disease. It can be controlled with medication, but it cannot be cured. Therefore, patients need to continue with the treatment and lifestyle modifications as advised by their doctor, and attend regular medical follow up, usually for life. Do bananas lower your blood pressure? Potassium reduces the effect […]
Which waves cause the most damage?
Which waves cause the most damage? Surface waves are the seismic waves that cause the most damage. Why are L waves the most destructive? Of the two types of surface waves, the L-waves are the most destructive. They can literally move the ground beneath a building faster than the building itself can respond, effectively shearing […]