What is a bias? Bias is a disproportionate weight in favor of or against an idea or thing, usually in a way that is closed-minded, prejudicial, or unfair. Biases can be innate or learned. People may develop biases for or against an individual, a group, or a belief. In science and engineering, a bias is […]
How much does a hovercraft cost?
How much does a hovercraft cost? Rescue hovercraft range from $28,000 to $79,000 and commercial hovercraft from $36,000 to $90,000. Trailers range from $3,000 to $12,600. (Prices in US Dollars.) HOW IS A HOVERCRAFT DIFFERENT FROM AN AIRBOAT? Why did they stop using hovercrafts? The Channel’s hovercraft service had its peak year in 198 when […]
How can standing waves be prevented?
How can standing waves be prevented? The solution to stopping a standing wave is cutting the offending frequency of the related instrument….Standing waves can be caused when waves bounce between; Opposite walls. Four sides of the room. All six sides of the room (given most rooms have four walls, a floor, and a ceiling!) Why […]
What is the partial pressure of oxygen at sea level?
What is the partial pressure of oxygen at sea level? 160 mm Hg How do you find the partial pressure of CO2? Calculate the partial pressures for each gas. For the partial pressure of carbon dioxide, we multiply 0.2 mol by our constant of 0.0821 and our temperature of 310 degrees K, then divide by […]
Did cannonballs have explosives in them?
What instrument can make any sound?
What instrument can make any sound? What instrument can make any sound and be heard but not touched or seen? Your voice. What are examples of idiophones? Idiophones make their sound by hitting, rubbing or shaking. Drums are not idiophones. Neither are stringed instruments. Examples of idiophones include the triangle, wood block, maracas, bell, and […]
Is it OK to put dry ice in the freezer?
What are natural esters?
What are natural esters? Natural esters are made from renewable natural sources, for example MIDEL eN 1204 (rapeseed/canola) and MIDEL eN 1215 (soybean). The base oil is chosen to give the best possible fit to the application; however unlike synthetic esters the properties of these base oils cannot be significantly altered. What are the main […]
What would happen if the rabbit population suddenly doubled?
What would happen if the rabbit population suddenly doubled? In the stable food chain shown, what would you expect to happen initially if you were to suddenly double the population of rabbits? The populations of the other three species would also increase. The populations of the other three species would decrease. The grass population and […]
Who is the tallest man on earth in 2020?
Who is the tallest man on earth in 2020? Sultan Kösen Who is the shortest man alive? Chandra Bahadur Dangi Who is the tallest kid in the world? Brenden Adams Born September 20, 1995 Ellensburg, Washington, U.S. Known for Formerly the tallest teenager in the world Height 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) How tall […]