What are the 2 numbers given for each element? The number above the symbol is the atomic mass (or atomic weight). This is the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom. The number below the symbol is the atomic number and this reflects the number of protons in the nucleus of each element’s […]
What is another name for an interneuron?
What is another name for an interneuron? Interneurons (also called internuncial neurons, relay neurons, association neurons, connector neurons, intermediate neurons or local circuit neurons) are neurons that connect two brain regions, i.e. not direct motor neurons or sensory neurons. What is an example of a interneuron? The nerve cells of the central nervous system are […]
Does the stomach produce mucus?
Does the stomach produce mucus? The stomach has a two-layered mucus system, composed of an inner, attached mucus and an outer, unattached, loose mucus layer, both built by the MUC5AC mucin produced by the superficial epithelium. Glands in the stomach and duodenum secrete the gel-forming mucin MUC6. What would happen if there was no mucus […]
What happens if you get caught climbing the pyramids?
What happens if you get caught climbing the pyramids? According to Ahram Online, an Egyptian newspaper, Egypt’s parliament made it illegal last year for anyone to climb “any antiquity without obtaining a license.” The penalty for doing so can be up to a month in jail and/or a fine ranging from 10,000 to 100,000 Egyptian […]
Is anyone lost in space?
Is anyone lost in space? A total of 18 people have lost their lives either while in space or in preparation for a space mission, in four separate incidents. Given the risks involved in space flight, this number is surprisingly low. The two worst disasters both involved NASA’s space shuttle. What are the risks of […]
Does the direction of EMF depend on direction of current?
Does the direction of EMF depend on direction of current? Direction of EMF is decided by the construction of the battery cell, it does not depend upon the direction of the current flow. In fact direction of the current flow depends upon the direction of emf. However direction of the voltage drop depends upon the […]
What can a firewall not prevent?
What can a firewall not prevent? Users not going through the firewall: A firewall can only restrict connections that go through it. It cannot protect you from people who can go around the firewall, for example, through a dial-up server behind the firewall. It also cannot prevent an internal intruder from hacking an internal system. […]
What does the egg represent how about the egg shell drifting continent?
What does the egg represent how about the egg shell drifting continent? The egg could be seen as a tiny model of the Earth. The thin shell represents the Earth’s crust, divided into plates; within the shell is the firm but slippery mantle. Move the pieces of shell around. Pull the plates apart and push […]
Who is the most boring celebrity?
Who is the most boring celebrity? 10 Boring A-List Celebs That Are Undeserving Of Their Title 3 Beyonce. 4 Justin Timberlake. 5 Anne Hathaway. 6 Oprah Winfrey. 7 Jim Carrey. 8 Jennifer Garner. 9 Gwyneth Paltrow. 10 Jennifer Aniston. Jennifer Aniston is most definitely one of the most boring celebrities in Hollywood. Who is the […]