Which element stops fusion in a high mass star?

Which element stops fusion in a high mass star? iron What stars High Mass? High mass stars (stars with masses greater than three times the mass of the Sun) are the largest, hottest and brightest Main Sequence stars and blue, blue-white or white in colour. Supernovae release these elements into space making them available to […]

How do you talk about timbre?

How do you talk about timbre? Terms we might use to describe timbre: bright, dark, brassy, reedy, harsh, noisy, thin, buzzy, pure, raspy, shrill, mellow, strained. I prefer to avoid describing timbre in emotional terms (excited, angry, happy, sad, etc.); that is not the sound quality, it is its effect or interpretation. What does timbre […]

What is a Type D fire?

What is a Type D fire? Class D. Class D fires involve combustible metals, such as magnesium, titanium, and sodium. Extinguishers with a D rating are designed to extinguish fires involving combustible metals. Note: Common extinguishing agents may react with a combustible metal fire causing the severity of the fire to increase. What is a […]

What do we call a ramp and ladder combined?

What do we call a ramp and ladder combined? A wedge is a simple machine that is made of two inclined planes together. Inclined planes don’t move, but wedges do. An axe is an example of a wedge. Inclined planes are simple machines used to make work easier. Ramps, ladders, and staircases are all inclined […]

How do you solve Vo?

How do you solve Vo? To find the voltage at Vo, start at either end and add or subtract the voltage drop across the resistor. If we start at the 10V end: Vo = 10 – 3.58 = 6.42 V. If we start at the -2V end: Vo = -2 + 8.42 = 6.42 V. […]

What 3 types of EM waves are dangerous to humans?

What 3 types of EM waves are dangerous to humans? The most dangerous frequencies of electromagnetic energy are X-rays, gamma rays, ultraviolet light and microwaves. X-rays, gamma rays and UV light can damage living tissues, and microwaves can cook them. How long does it take for gamma rays to kill you? Most deaths occur within […]

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