What is the orange soil on the moon? Abstract. THE discovery of an orange-coloured soil on the Moon by the Apollo 17 astronauts last December led to much excitement and speculation. Dr Jack Schmitt, the geologist on the mission, realized that such yellow to orange coloration in rocks on Earth is usually due to hydrated […]
How long does the radioactive iodine stay in your system?
How long does the radioactive iodine stay in your system? How long does radioiodine stay in my body? The radioiodine from your treatment will temporarily remain in your body. Most of the radioiodine not taken up by your thyroid gland will be eliminated within the first (2) two days after treatment. How long should my […]
What is the largest body of water on Earth?
What is the largest body of water on Earth? Pacific Ocean What are the four bodies of water? There are five classifications of bodies of water: Oceans, seas, lakes, rivers, and canals. There are 5 oceans: Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Southern. They are salt water and cover 2/3 of the earth’s surface. Seas are […]
Is forced hot air unhealthy?
Is forced hot air unhealthy? The biggest downside of using a forced air heating system is that it leaves you vulnerable to inefficiency stemming from ductwork problems. If your ductwork is well-designed, expertly installed, and kept in prime condition, then you’ll be able to heat your home quite efficiently. Is forced air heating cheaper? Other […]
What exactly is Fourier Transform?
What exactly is Fourier Transform? The term Fourier transform refers to both the frequency domain representation and the mathematical operation that associates the frequency domain representation to a function of space or time. … What are the applications of Fourier transform? The Fourier transform has many applications, in fact any field of physical science that […]
What energies are involved in solution formation?
What energies are involved in solution formation? Energy is required for a solute to break its bonds. When you are forming a solution you need to break down the solute into its particles. The solute is the solid substance that you are dissolving. Bond breaking requires energy as the solute is relatively stable in its […]
What is the wavelength of an ocean wave?
What is the wavelength of an ocean wave? Spectrum Wave type Typical wavelength Disturbing force Capillary wave < 2 cm Wind Wind wave 60–150 m (200–490 ft) Wind over ocean Seiche Large, variable; a function of basin size Change in atmospheric pressure, storm surge Seismic sea wave (tsunami) 200 km (120 mi) Faulting of sea […]
What are the 3 major layers of the geosphere?
What are the 3 major layers of the geosphere? The Earth’s geosphere is divided into three chemical sections: The crust, composed almost entirely of light elements, like silicon. The mantle, which is 68% of the Earth’s mass. The core, the innermost layer; it is composed of very dense elements, such as nickel and iron. What […]
What will be the amount of work done to carry 4c of charge from a point at 100 V to a point 120?
What part of the retina is responsible for the sharpest vision?
What part of the retina is responsible for the sharpest vision? In the middle of the retina is a small dimple called the fovea or fovea centralis. It is the center of the eye’s sharpest vision and the location of most color perception. What part of the retina is most sensitive to light? fovea centralis […]