Category: FAQ

How are droughts connected to climate change? The excess heat now trapped in the climate system draws out more moisture from soils, thereby worsening drought conditions. Reduced snowpack volumes, earlier snowmelt, and changing precipitation patterns – also linked to climate change – exacerbate the water stress induced by droughts. Does global warming cause more droughts? […]

Did any Explorers find the Northwest Passage? An ice-bound northern route was discovered in 1850 by the Irish explorer Robert McClure; it was through a more southerly opening in an area explored by the Scotsman John Rae in 1854 that Norwegian Roald Amundsen made the first complete passage in 1903–1906. Which explorer sailed for the […]

Who is the most paid player in South Africa in 2021? Khama Billiat, Kaizer Chiefs He would take home over R500k after-tax deductions, making him the highest-paid player in the country. And Khama’s salary from Chiefs is way higher than the average soccer player salary in PSL. Who is the top paid soccer player in […]

Will mild emphysema progress? Emphysema can’t be cured. It’s progressive, so over time it will get harder and harder for you to catch your breath. But you might not know you have the disease for the first few years unless your doctor tests your breathing. Is mild emphysema curable? Emphysema and COPD can’t be cured, […]

Is caffeine toxic to plants? This increase in acidity can be toxic to some plants, although others, like blueberries, enjoy it. Studies involving the use of caffeine on plants have shown that, initially, cell growth rates are stable but soon the caffeine begins to kill or distort these cells, resulting in a dead or stunted […]

Where is Ham found? Ham is pork from a leg cut that has been preserved by wet or dry curing, with or without smoking. As a processed meat, the term “ham” includes both whole cuts of meat and ones that have been mechanically formed. Is there any ham in the fridge? Once the ham is […]

Does BPA increase estrogen? Although they have been linked to reproductive problems in both sexes, bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates — common chemicals found in household plastics — have gender-specific effects. BPA mimics estrogen, while phthalates block testosterone action, Hugh S. Is BPA a synthetic estrogen? Bisphenol A (BPA), i.e. an environmental estrogen, is one […]

What are the parts of a tooth called? Each tooth is made up of two basic parts: the crown and the root. Within each, you find the enamel, dentin, pulp (or nerve) and the bone. What is the crown of a tooth covered with? The enamel covers the crown of the tooth and is the […]

How do you store dry rice? Storing Uncooked Rice Once opened, rice should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly closed container that keeps out dust, moisture and other contaminants. Milled Rice (e.g., white rice) – If stored properly, milled rice will keep almost indefinitely on the pantry shelf. How long does […]

Can the moon make cheese? Moon would expand and oceans would form For starters, the moon would expand out more than 500 miles in diameter, since cheese is less dense than rock. Then, the water and casein protein that make up the cheese would begin to separate out, with caseins moving closer to the core […]