Category: Physics

Which types of energy are most commonly dissipated? Energy is usually lost by heating up the surroundings though sometimes energy is dissipated as sound waves. for a radio or set of speakers, the electrical work is transferred into useful sound waves and infrared radiation is dissipated – ie wasted as heat energy. What is Joule […]

What are the symptoms of bad timing? Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Timing Belt You Hear A Ticking Noise Coming From The Engine. Your Car’s Engine Won’t Turn Over. You Notice An Oil Leak Near The Motor. You Experience Exhaust Issues. Your Revs Start Acting Up. What happens when your timing is off? What […]

What is a nervous breakdown? The term “nervous breakdown” is sometimes used by people to describe a stressful situation in which they’re temporarily unable to function normally in day-to-day life. It’s commonly understood to occur when life’s demands become physically and emotionally overwhelming. What are the signs of a nervous breakdown? What are the symptoms […]

What insolent means? 1 : insultingly contemptuous in speech or conduct : overbearing. 2 : exhibiting boldness or effrontery : impudent. Is insolent a bad word? adjective. boldly rude or disrespectful; contemptuously impertinent; insulting: an insolent reply. What does hypocrisy mean? Hypocrisy is the practice of engaging in the same behavior or activity for which […]

How do I stop my jet ski from flipping? Flipping The Jet Ski. Avoid abrupt movements: The most common way to capsize a jet ski is by making a turn too abruptly. Make sure to turn gradually until you get a good feel for how the jet ski handles. How dangerous are jet skis? When […]

What happens when we press accelerator? When you step on the gas pedal you initiate a process that delivers air and fuel to the engine. As the gas pedal is pressed, it turns a pivot that in turn pulls the throttle wire. The throttle wire is connected to a throttle linkage. That linkage serves to […]

Does England still own Canada? In 1982, it adopted its own constitution and became a completely independent country. Although it’s still part of the British Commonwealth—a constitutional monarchy that accepts the British monarch as its own. Elizabeth II is Queen of Canada. Why is Canada not America? The answer lies to why Canada is not […]

How many years can you claim solar tax credit? Unfortunately, the 26% ITC is not a refundable credit. However, per Section 48 of the Internal Revenue Code, the ITC can be carried back 1 year and forward 20 years. This means that if you had a tax liability last year but don’t have one this […]

Is speed a unit? Speed can be thought of as the rate at which an object covers distance. Speed has the dimensions of distance divided by time. The SI unit of speed is the metre per second, but the most common unit of speed in everyday usage is the kilometre per hour or, in the […]

Why do I feel sick during a storm? Approaching storms lower the air pressure. When atmospheric pressure decreases body tissues swell slightly. This can put increased pressure on joints and sinuses. Low temperatures also causes blood viscosity, or thickness. Does thunder affect mood? Thunderstorms are dramatic events, so it’s not surprising that they often bring […]