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 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 […]
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 is induction conduction and friction when charging an object?
What is induction conduction and friction when charging an object? Friction – the transfer of electrons from one object to the other. Conduction – by having two objects TOUCH each other and transfer electrons from one object to the next. Induction – By inducing electrons to move from one object to the other. What is […]
Do archeologists lick bones?
Do archeologists lick bones? Archaeologists sometimes used to lick artifacts they excavated in the field to determine if they were bone or not. That said, most modern archaeologists do not do either of these things because spit can contaminate artifacts, ruining archaeological information that could be picked up by things like residue analysis. Do people […]
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 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 […]
What was the first drum set ever made?
What was the first drum set ever made? MCCABE: The earliest surviving examples of drums date back to the 6th century B.C. But the drum set as we know it today is only 100 years old. In 1918, the Chicago-based Ludwig Drum Company debuted the Jazz-Er-Up, an all-in-one set with a single-bass drum and pedal, […]
What are the three components of an electrical circuit?
What are the three components of an electrical circuit? Electric circuits An electric circuit has three parts: An energy source – like a battery or mains power. An energy receiver – like a lightbulb. An energy pathway – like a wire. Why you should not waste electricity? We should not waste electricity because it is […]