How do genes influence traits?

How do genes influence traits? Genes (say: jeenz) play an important role in determining physical traits — how we look —and lots of other stuff about us. They carry information that makes you who you are and what you look like: curly or straight hair, long or short legs, even how you might smile or […]

Do airplanes have constant velocity?

Do airplanes have constant velocity? Since there is no net external force on the aircraft, the aircraft will maintain a constant airspeed as described by Newton’s First Law of Motion. However, if the forces become unbalanced, the aircraft will move in the direction of the greater force. How is an aircraft held into a turn? […]

How many atoms are in FCC?

How many atoms are in FCC? four atoms What are 111 planes? The symbol (111) represents Miller indices for an infinite set of parallel planes, with intercepts 1, 1 & 1 along the three crystallographic axis (unit lattice parameter along these), which pass through lattice points. On what planes of a bcc structure can the […]

What is a bias?

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 can detergents cause pollution?

How can detergents cause pollution? Phosphates in detergents can lead to freshwater algal blooms that releases toxins and deplete oxygen in waterways. When the algae decompose, they use up the oxygen available for aquatic life. Does Soap pollute rivers? All soaps, unfortunately even biodegradable ones, can contaminate fresh water sources. Materials are usually deemed biodegradable […]

Did cannonballs have explosives in them?

Did cannonballs have explosives in them? A cannonball is a solid ball of metal. It did not contain any explosive material and its killing power came simply from a fact that it was a ball of metal travelling at a very high speed. How fast is a cannonball mph? 106 mph (171 km/h) average. Set […]

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 […]

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