How can you invest in precious metals? Commodity Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) Exchange-traded funds exist for all three precious metals. ETFs are a convenient and liquid means of purchasing and selling gold, silver, or platinum. Investing in ETFs, though, doesn’t give you access to the physical commodity, so you don’t have a claim on the […]
What is the meaning behind the Green Bay Packers name?
What is the meaning behind the Green Bay Packers name? The Green Bay Packers were founded in 1919, and they took their name after Curly Lambeau, the company’s shipping clerk, got money for the jerseys and use of the company’s athletic field from the owner Frank Peck. When did the Packers get their name? 1921 […]
Is Java an operating system?
Is Java an operating system? The Java Platform Most platforms can be described as a combination of the operating system and underlying hardware. The Java platform differs from most other platforms in that it’s a software-only platform that runs on top of other hardware-based platforms. The Java platform has two components: The Java Virtual Machine. […]
How do you use a litmus paper pregnancy test?
How do you use a litmus paper pregnancy test? This test involves putting a drop of fluid obtained from the vagina onto paper strips containing Nitrazine dye. The strips change color depending on the pH of the fluid. The strips will turn blue if the pH is greater than 6.0. A blue strip means it’s […]
Who moved to Jamestown?
Who moved to Jamestown? In 1607, 104 English men and boys arrived in North America to start a settlement. On May 13 they picked Jamestown, Virginia for their settlement, which was named after their King, James I. The settlement became the first permanent English settlement in North America. Why was Jamestown settled and where? Jamestown, […]
What are the torque specs for a flywheel?
What are the torque specs for a flywheel? Small Block Chevy Torque Specs Fastener Type Torque Spec Cam Sprocket Bolts 18-20 ft.-lbs. Harmonic Damper Bolt 60 ft.-lbs. Flywheel/Flexplate Bolts 65 ft.-lbs. Pressure Plate Bolts 35 ft.-lbs. How is flywheel torque calculated? In this experiment a flywheel is so mounted that torques can be applied to […]
Why do pigs have big teeth?
Why do pigs have big teeth? Just like us, pigs mainly use their teeth for eating. They’re omnivores and grind down food with their molars and tear it with their canines. Pigs can eat a large variety of different foods and will eat pretty much anything. Why do wild boars have tusks? Both boars and […]
Does everyone have white spots after braces?
Does everyone have white spots after braces? The most common location for white spots tends to be either along the gumline or around the edges of the brackets. Not every patient who has braces will get white spots. In fact, the majority of orthodontic patients will not have any after treatment. It is a relatively […]
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What does a yellow or orange gas flame on a ribbon type burner indicate?
What does a yellow or orange gas flame on a ribbon type burner indicate? Gas burners burn blue if the ratio of fuel to air is correct. A yellow burner flame is a symptom that the burner is not getting enough air for complete combustion of the gas. Correcting this problem involves adjusting the burner’s […]