Category: Physics

What will happen when a force is applied on a moving object against the direction of motion? If the force applied on the object is in the direction of its motion, the speed of the object increases. If the force is applied in the direction opposite to the direction of motion, then it results in […]

What is light quality? Light quality is the wavelength (in nanometers, nm) within the electromagnetic spectrum; i.e. blue light is 450 nm and red light is 650 nm. Each wavelength has a different packet of radiation or energy (in J mol-1) called photons. What type of light causes damage to plants? UV-B radiation has been […]

How is wind speed indicated what is the unit used to define wind speed? How is Wind Speed and Direction measured? Wind speed is typically reported in miles per hour, knots, or meters per second. One mile per hour is equal to 0.45 meters per second, and 0.87 knots. Wind direction is typically reported in […]

Can humans see light speed? Yes. We can see the objects moving at speed of light. But we do not have that technology yet and we do not know if anything with mass can travel at speed of light. One can see objects if photons can reach his eyes even if he is travelling at […]

What is the IQ rating scale? IQ tests are made to have an average score of 100. Most people (about 68 percent) have an IQ between 85 and 115. Only a small fraction of people have a very low IQ (below 70) or a very high IQ (above 130). The average IQ in the United […]

What keeps the moon moving in a circular motion? Gravitational attraction provides the centripetal force needed to keep planets in orbit around the Sun and all types of satellite in orbit around the Earth. The Earth’s gravity keeps the Moon orbiting us. It keeps changing the direction of the Moon’s velocity. What changes continuously in […]

Do sponges have a heart? In summary, sponges – or poriferans – do not have a true circulatory system as most animals do. There is no heart, there are no veins or arteries, and sponges do not have blood. Water is pulled into the sponge via internal choanocyte cells, which take in water through the […]

Is it cruel not to walk your dog? Walking your dog is essential for their health, but not doing it doesn’t make you cruel. You might never do dog walks but instead, spend time together and perform other exercises. Is a 20 minute walk enough for a dog? They have moderate exercise needs with a […]

Does lifting weights make you shorter? Most likely, the myth that lifting weights stunts growth came from concern over kids causing damage to their growth plates if they participate in a strength training program. But it’s not the result of lifting weights correctly. Can you grow taller after 30? Bottom line: Can height be increased? […]

Who is responsible for structure failure? The most common causes of structural failures are: (1) Poor communication between the various design professionals involved, e.g. engineers involved in conceptual design and those involved in the supervision of execution of works. (2) poor communication between the fabricators and erectors. What are the causes of instability of steel […]