How many levels of reality are there for Plato? Plato believed that there were four levels or approaches to knowledge and genuine understanding. They are illustrated in the REPUBLIC in the allegory of the cave and in the divided line. What are Plato’s two levels of reality? The divided line is a visual metaphor for […]
What are the major source?
What are the major source? – The term “major source” means any stationary source or group of stationary sources located within a contiguous area and under common control that emits or has the potential to emit considering controls, in the aggregate, 10 tons per year or more of any hazardous air pollutant or 25 tons […]
What do you think is the reason why humans are ethnocentric?
What do you think is the reason why humans are ethnocentric? In short, when we react to or judge the behavior of someone else, we are performing an essential function for the survival of our culture and society. Thus, being ethnocentric is human nature. It is only when you’re dealing with people who come from […]
How do you calculate the saturated vapor pressure of water?
How do you calculate the saturated vapor pressure of water? Moisture comes in several forms for materials exposed outdoors: humidity, condensation (dew), and rain. Relative humidity (RH) is the ratio of the ambient vapor pressure of water to the saturation water vapor pressure: RH=pw/ps. How do you calculate saturated pressure? Take the temperature of the […]
Why do Acids burn?
Why do Acids burn? An acid is a substance that separates readily into charged hydrogen ions (H+). These charged ions undergo catalytic reactions named amide/ester hydrolysis, that eventually cause the destruction of proteins and lipids in biological tissue, and therefore the chemical burn. What acid can burn through anything? A common corrosive acid is hydrochloric […]
What is the safest vehicle on the road?
What is the safest vehicle on the road? These are the safest new cars, trucks, SUVs of 2021, according to Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Midsize car. Midsize luxury cars. Large car. Small SUVs. Chevrolet Equinox. Midsize SUVs. Ford Edge. Midsize luxury SUVs. Lexus RX. Large SUV. Audi Q8. Large pickup. Ram 1500 crew cab […]
Why is fertilizer dangerous?
Why is fertilizer dangerous? To grow, plants require nitrogen compounds from the soil, which can be produced naturally or be provided by fertilizers. However, applying excessive amounts of fertilizer leads to the release of harmful greenhouse gases into the atmosphere and the eutrophication of our waterways. What is the environmental impact of chemical fertilizers? Some […]
Why is being precise important?
Why is being precise important? Precision in scientific investigations is important in order to ensure we are getting the correct results. Since we typically use models or samples to represent something much bigger, small errors may be magnified into large errors during the experiment. Precision is also important in order to ensure our safety. What […]
What is a leeward side of a mountain?
What is a leeward side of a mountain? The opposite side of the mountain is called the leeward side and usually sees much less precipitation. The reason is that air is descending on the leeward side of the mountain, and descending air is warmer and drier, which is the opposite of ascending air. Which side […]
Which country is most earthquake prone?
Which country is most earthquake prone? Japan What is the safest country in the world 2020? Switzerland named the safest country for travellers in 2020, followed by Singapore Switzerland. Singapore. Norway. Luxembourg. Cyprus. Iceland. Denmark. Portugal. Is Singapore less prone to natural disasters? Singapore is not prone to natural disasters, thanks to its geographical position. […]