What is the process of an action potential? When a nerve impulse (which is how neurons communicate with one another) is sent out from a cell body, the sodium channels in the cell membrane open and the positive sodium cells surge into the cell. Once the cell reaches a certain threshold, an action potential will […]
Which statement is an electrolyte?
Which statement is an electrolyte? Which statement describes an electrolyte? An electrolyte conducts an electric current as a solid and does not dissolve in water. When an electrolyte dissolves in water, the resulting solution conducts an electric current. Do electrolytes dissolve in water? Substances that dissolve in water to yield ions are called electrolytes. Electrolytes […]
Is pessimistic a bad word?
Is pessimistic a bad word? So pessimistic people are usually pretty negative. And kind of a bummer to be around. Think of Eeyore, Winnie the Pooh’s perpetually gloomy friend. The word comes to us, not surprisingly, from the Latin pessimus — meaning “worst.” How can you tell if someone’s a pessimist? 15 Subtle But Surefire […]
Can filling out the Fafsa hurt you?
Can filling out the Fafsa hurt you? You never want to assume that you won’t qualify for aid, or that filling out a FAFSA won’t benefit you. Your income could be different, the school’s cost could be different, your student could transfer, and much more. Filling out the FAFSA never hurts, and it’s not a […]
What happens when you skip breakfast?
What happens when you skip breakfast? It is true that skipping breakfast causes people to be more hungry and eat more at lunch, but this is not enough to overcompensate for the breakfast that was skipped. In fact, some studies have even shown that skipping breakfast may reduce overall calorie intake by up to 400 […]
How are the boiling point and freezing point of a solvent affected when a solute is added?
How are the boiling point and freezing point of a solvent affected when a solute is added? How are the boiling point and freezing point of a solvent affected when a solute is added? The boiling point increases, and the freezing point decreases. Which one has highest freezing point 1M glucose? 1M glucose solution has […]
Where are circuit breakers used?
Where are circuit breakers used? This is the breaker used typically in houses, certain industrial uses and small businesses. Types of low-voltage circuit breakers include the Miniature Circuit Breaker or MCB, and Molded Case Circuit Breaker or MCCB. What is the advantage of circuit breaker? For protection against faults of this nature a circuit-breaker is […]
What are the two basic functions of working memory?
What are the two basic functions of working memory? What are two basic functions of working memory? (1) Active processing of incoming visual-spatial and auditory information, and (2) focusing our spotlight of attention. What are the characteristics and functions of working memory? Characteristics of working memory: Its capacity is limited We are only able to […]
Can a cloud freeze?
Can a cloud freeze? Clouds do freeze in extreme temperatures. Cirrus clouds, which are the highest, are not liquid droplets, but rather ice crystals. What confuses me is why you believe that freezing to solid crystals would make them fall from the sky. The ice crystals do not weigh any more than water droplets would. […]