Category: Physics

How wages are determined? Just as in any market, the price of labor, the wage rate, is determined by the intersection of supply and demand. When the supply of labor increases the equilibrium price falls, and when the demand for labor increases the equilibrium price rises. What are the factors affecting wages and salary? The […]

What is the best UV for tanning? Good UV Index for tanning UV Index 0 – 2. Low exposure level. Average time it takes to burn: 60 minutes. UV Index 3 – 5. Moderate exposure level. Average time it takes to burn: 45 minutes. UV Index 6 – 7. High exposure level. UV Index 8 […]

What does a circle around a weather station mean? A small circle is plotted on the map at the location where the weather measurements were made. The circle can be filled in to indicate the amount of cloud cover. Positions are reserved above and below the center circle for special symbols that represent different types […]

Is it better to steam or boil dumplings? To boil dumplings, fill a large pot two-thirds of the way with water. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Steaming is a much faster method as you only need to bring a few cups of water to a boil instead of an entire pot. […]

What are the 4 biological rhythms? There are four biological rhythms: circadian rhythms: the 24-hour cycle that includes physiological and behavioral rhythms like sleeping. diurnal rhythms: the circadian rhythm synced with day and night. ultradian rhythms: biological rhythms with a shorter period and higher frequency than circadian rhythms. What happens if your circadian rhythm is […]

What makes a boiling egg float? Eggs have an air cell that becomes larger as the egg ages and acts as a buoyancy aid. An egg can float in water when its air cell has enlarged sufficiently to keep it buoyant. A spoiled egg will have an unpleasant odor when you break open the shell, […]

Can alcohol be used in a thermometer? The two common liquids used in liquid in glass thermometers are alcohol (ethanol) and mercury. alcohol is not used in thermometer. Are alcohol based thermometers accurate? Alcohol thermometers are also inexpensive and durable. They are typically not as accurate as mercury thermometers because of the alcohol’s susceptibility to […]

What are the two types of athletics? There are two types of athletics events: track and field. Track events are running and walking races. Field events are jumping and throwing contests. Objects thrown by athletes include a hard disk, called a discus, and a light spear, called a javelin. What is the another name of […]

What happens if you mix water and flour together? When flour and water are mixed together, water molecules hydrate the gluten-forming proteins gliadin and glutenin, as well as damaged starch and the other ingredients. The hydration process is achieved when protein and starch molecules create hydrogen bonds and hydrophilic interactions with the water molecules. What […]

How much of the ice cube will be submerged below the surface of this liquid? 90% Why do you float more easily in the ocean than in fresh water? When salt is dissolved in water, as it is in ocean water, that dissolved salt adds to the mass of the water and makes the water […]