What kind of energy is stored in food? chemical energy What type of energy does the sun produce? All of the energy from the Sun that reaches the Earth arrives as solar radiation, part of a large collection of energy called the electromagnetic radiation spectrum. Solar radiation includes visible light, ultraviolet light, infrared, radio waves, […]
Which object will not be attracted to the magnet?
Which object will not be attracted to the magnet? Metals that have iron in them attract magnets well. Steel is one. Metals like brass, copper, zinc and aluminum are not attracted to magnets. Non-magnetic materials such as wood and glass are not attracted to magnets as they do not have magnetic materials in them. Which […]
Who is often called the father of modern aviation?
Who is often called the father of modern aviation? Cayley was an aeronautical engineering pioneer and is often referred to as “the father of aviation.” He discovered and defined the four forces acting on a heavier-than-air flying vehicle: weight, lift, drag and thrust. Can planes fly without a tail? Can an airplane fly without a […]
Which biogeochemical cycles are key to life?
Which biogeochemical cycles are key to life? The nitrogen cycle is another biogeochemical cycle critical to life (Fig. 6.10). Nitrogen is especially important to ecosystem dynamics because many ecosystem processes, such as primary production and decomposition, are limited by the available supply of nitrogen. Which biogeochemical cycle is most important? carbon cycle Which cycle is […]
What are the 5 measures of national income?
What are the 5 measures of national income? National Income Accounting and Gross Domestic Product Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Net National Product (NNP), Gross National Product (GNP) It, personal income, and disposable income are the important metrics determined by national income accounting. However, the most commonly used measure of the economy is GDP. Which is […]
What should my body water percentage be for my age?
What should my body water percentage be for my age? Water as percentage of body weight in adults Adults Ages 12 to 18 Ages 19 to 50 Male average: 59 range: 52%–66% average: 59% range: 43%–73% Female average: 56% range: 49%–63% average: 50% range: 41%–60% What is the greatest regulator of water intake? The thirst […]
What is structuralism and its main features?
What is structuralism and its main features? When using structuralism to analyze a text, what you are doing is looking at the text’s basic structure. Structuralism argues that what we experience through human life can only be made “intelligible,” or understandable, through the ways in which these experiences relate to each other. What led to […]
What are chemical properties of steel?
What are chemical properties of steel? Alloy Steel Alloy steels (like carbon steels) contain both carbon and iron, but add additional elements such as silicon, nickel, chromium, manganese, or vanadium. The extra elements added are what provide the additional features and varied chemical properties compared to carbon steels. Is gold a metal? Gold (Au), chemical […]
What happens if I get pregnant on birth control?
What happens if I get pregnant on birth control? Becoming pregnant while on birth control does increase your risk of ectopic pregnancy. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized embryo attaches outside the uterus, often in the fallopian tube. This is a very serious, life-threatening problem and should be cared for immediately. Where do your […]
Are hydrogen or electric cars better?
Are hydrogen or electric cars better? Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles tend to be more frugal than their battery electric counterparts. According to Autocar, the Hyundai Nexo comes with a real-world range of 414 miles and filling up takes just five minutes, whereas electric charging can be an hour-long affair at the best of times. Is […]