How do we know the nucleus is positive? Rutherford deduced that the atomic nucleus was positively charged because the alpha particles that he fired at the metal foils were positively charged, and like charges repel. In Rutherford’s experiments most of the alpha particles passed straight through the foil without being deflected. Is a nucleus positive? […]
Can you die from doing too much homework?
Can you die from doing too much homework? You may have received harried text messages over the past few days which say something like, “Studying any more today will literally kill me.” We would usually take issue with the seemingly poor use of the word “literally” here, but precedent shows that it actually is possible […]
Is fuel line measured ID or OD?
Is fuel line measured ID or OD? Tubing is OD (outside diameter) and Pipe is ID (inside diameter). So the easiest way to tell the size of your fuel line, which is tubing, is to use a combination wrench. Whichever one slips over snuggly is the winner. What size is fuel line? Recommended Size, Based […]
How do power lines kill birds?
How do power lines kill birds? Birds can be injured or killed with they collide with electric lines in mid-flight. Although birds of all sizes and types collide with wires, their behavior and body type put them more at risk for line collisions. Can a human hang from a power line? Hanging from a power […]
What does the atomic mass tell you?
What does the atomic mass tell you? The atomic mass tells us the weight of protons and neutrons. How do you know how many electrons there are surrounding the nucleus of a particular atom? Why isn’t the atomic mass always a whole number? Atomic mass is never an integer number for several reasons: The atomic […]
What are 2 types of speed?
What are 2 types of speed? There are two types of speed: result-speed and task-speed. What are 3 types of speed? In general, there are three types of speed limits: absolute, presumed and basic. What are 4 types of speed limits? In California, there are four major Speed Laws: Basic, Prima Facie, Maximum, and Minimum. […]
Why is a scale important on a graph?
Why is a scale important on a graph? The distance between two numbers indicates a unit and this unit remains uniform throughout a scale. Thus, a scale plays a crucial part in plotting graphs. Without scales, we won’t be able to infer anything relevant from the graph. A scale on a graph can have any […]
Is kicking a ball an example of third law of motion?
Why is pop bad for you?
Why is pop bad for you? Diet and regular sodas have both been linked to obesity, kidney damage, and certain cancers. Regular soft drinks have been linked to elevated blood pressure. Can Coke damage your stomach? Drinking excessive amounts of diet soda can sometimes affect the lining of the stomach. “Over time, it can get […]
Why is reflection important in writing?
Why is reflection important in writing? Reflective writing gives you the chance think about what you are doing more deeply and to learn from your experience. Writing your thoughts down makes it easier for you to think about them and make connections between what you are thinking, what you are being taught and what you […]