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 […]
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 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?
How can I generate electricity cheaply?
How can I generate electricity cheaply? The IRENA report found that solar and onshore wind are the cheapest energy sources. It states that in 2017 wind turbine prices had an average cost of $0.06 per kWh, and at times dropped to $0.04 per kWh. What is the cheapest power generation? solar power schemes Is using […]
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 […]