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The observation, identification, description, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanation of phenomena is all part of science. Nothing is immune to the scientific process: from charm quarks that haven't existed naturally since the beginning of time to Pluto, recently demoted from planet to dwarf plant. Questions on knowledge about the material and physical aspects of our world are asked and answered here.
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What happens at a convergent plate boundary?
Tectonic plates collide at a convergent plate boundary. Oceanic to oceanic plate convergence: Where an oceanic plate collides...
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Why does bottled water have an expiration date?
These are all perfect answers but the simplest is that all companies that produce consumables must, by federal law, have an...
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Why are the rear tires of a tractor bigger than the front tires?
A better question might be "why are the front tires of a tractor smaller"? In the past the reason was that smaller tires were...
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What is the best microscope to buy for home or personal use?
There are two types - Electron microscopes and light microscopes. Electron microscopes are much better but cost more. For home...
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What causes the popping or tinkling sounds you hear as hot metal pipes cool off and contract?
Question Details I'm specifically referring to exhaust pipes on my motorcycle. A relatively scientific or metallurgical...
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Do the sun's tanning rays penetrate water and to what degree?
They sure do The sun's rays do penetrate water, but each color penetrates to a different extent. The more energetic colors...
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If you buy a microscope for the home what level of detail would one be able to see?
It depends on the power of the microscope an the skill you have in preparing slides. Around 150x, good slide prepartion...
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What are some good colleges or universities to go to if you want to major in political science?
It's all subjective! Obviously a well known school looks great on your resume, but there are so many other factors as well. If...
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Which two mountain ranges are responsible for taking most of the moisture along the west coast of the US?
Two Mountain Ranges That Take Most of the West Coast's Moisture The Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevadas. Answer A...
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What ingredients are in stain removers?
Soil & Stain Removers Are all the products on the market for soil and stain removal making doing laundry confusing? The Soap...
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What are the uses of roselite?
Roselite is a beautifully colored mineral and varies from rose-red to pink. It would be a misguided assumption that its name came...
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What is the 'highest' degree?
The highest degree one can achieve on this earth is Habilitation. It is conferred by countries which once used to be old world...
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Why are the oceans salty?
The salt in our oceans is the result of millions of years of minerals leaching and disolving from the solid earth. The major...
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Who is the greatest scientist in the world?
One Isaac Newton invented the calculus, and did seminal work in optics, mechanics, gravity, and physics. Newton accomplished...
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Where do they make the 3D IMAX movies?
They make Imax movies all over the world. A conventional film uses 35mm film for projection whereas an IMAX film uses 70mm...
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How can you make your own car wax polish?
Fact: Carnauba wax and Turpentine, some companies also add a polyformer to help fill scratches. Carnauba wax comes from a...
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What is total charge?
the total charge of an atom depends on how many elctrons and protons it has. protons have positive charge. electrons have a...
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What is 'NGC'?
Numismatic Guarantee Corporation. This is a third-party grading and certification service. Answer NGC is the Numisatic...
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What are test tube babies?
Test tube babies ar babies that are created in a test tube by taking one sperm cell and one egg cell and combining them. So the...
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What is the family background of Gregor Mendel?
Gregor Mendel Mendel was born July 22, 1822 into a German-speaking family of Heinzendorf, Moravia, Austrian Empire (now...
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If lightning hits a body of water will there be a splash?
In all effect there is little evidence that lightning striking a body of water will create a splash. This is due to there having...
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How many pounds does one gallon of water weigh?
Weight of Water Answer Water weighs 1000 kilograms per cubic meter when it's a liquid at 4 °C. That's 1 gram per cubic...
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What is the scientific attitude and what attitudes and characteristics define a good scientist?
A good scientist should possess the following qualities: 1. A scientist must be curious about the world Example: Galileo...
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Is test tube cloning accepted by our society?
Excellent question. Clinton abolished any scientific research regarding cloning and Bush followed suit. However, parts of...
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How do you get rid of all bubbles in clean water?
Depends where the water is. In a glass, from the tap, in a steel pot on the stove before or after boiling.... I moved into a old...
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Why does the Watershed need to be enforced?
Watershed, it is our drinking supply. ''The connectivity of the stream system is the primary reason for doing aquatic...
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Who are some famous Filipino scientists and what are their contributions to science?
Famous Filipino Scientists Just a few of the many who have contributed to the various fields of science: Agapito Flores -...
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Can you see static electricity?
It is very difficult to see any kind of electricity. But you can see the spark as a result of static electricity. This spark is...
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How do different types of music such as heavy metal rap or country affect a person's behavior?
Music is not related to behavior. There is a tendency to think so, but it doesn't necessarily mean that a person who listens to...
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What are the general principles of agroforestry?
Agroforestry ACCORDING TO AGROFORESTRY.NET:--Help eradicate hunger through basic systems of pro-poor food production in...
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Why will a string vest with a shirt over it keep you as warm as a jumper?
I assume you're from the UK and "jumper" is what Americans call a "sweater," and "string vest" is a "knit undershirt." DuPont...
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What are 'primary' inequalities?
Do you mean primary qualities? Primary qualities have to do with philosophy. If that's what you meant, ask the question again. ...
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How much does a gallon of ice weigh?
1). Depends whether it is ordinary water or heavy water used in the process of nuclear reaction. According to a recent NOVA...
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How does light travel through a camera?
Picture this... you're home for thanksgiving, its you and grandma for one big photo oportunity, big smile. A flash lets out...
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What is the effect of sodium hydroxide on the action of pepsinogen?
Sodium Hydroxide and Pepsin I am not sure what pepsinogen is and I can't find it in any of my Biology books but pepsin is an...
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Who are some Filipino scientists and what are their contributions to science?
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Why do nails rust?
Nails are made of steel, and contain iron. Rust is the oxidation, or corrosion, which forms on iron when in contact with the...
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Are fuel cells dangerous to make or dipose of?
Fuels cells are essentially not very dangerous. But in order for a fuel cell to work hydrogen must be used. Hydrogen is usually...
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How come when you stand on your head it starts to throb but when you stand on your feet they don't?
The heart is closest to the brain, so when we walk it takes longer for the blood to get to our legs (that's why we exercise) and...
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How could you calculate the evaporation rate in a farm based on the humidity and temperature?
There is a way to do this. Unfortunately I do not have the info in front of me at this moment but I will get it and get back to a...
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Why is skin designated an organ?
Skin is the largest organ of the body because it actually breaths and can absorb many things (good/bad.) Most people don't...
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Why do objects appear the color they are?
It's a matter of selective absorption and reflection of the varying wavelengths of light. Our eyes and brain work together to...
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What does bonding insurance do for you?
Bonding is not insurance. If you provide service to a client, and steal from them, and are convicted of the crime, the bonding...
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What are the uses of alcohol lamps?
Alcohol lamps are usually found in biology labs where they do innoculations of bacteria cultures. It heats the wire loop on a...
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How do electronics work?
.Answer I'm not sure just what your asking, but in a very general way, it can be said, that electronic things work, by the...
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How do you remove ink from a newspaper?
Removing Ink from Newspaper You boil water and put in the newspaper in it. After that you wait for the ink to come out. It...
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What are the most important questions about life and the universe and everything?
the Answers: Q: Is there a Supreme Being and is hs name really God? A: Yes but his name is Adam Q: How far does space go? A:...
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What is the connection between organisms in a stream and the dissolved oxygen level?
Organisms in streams need oxygen to live when lacking dissolved oxygen it will kill these organisms. edit: unless the organisms...
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What education or training do you need to become an oncologist?
To become an Oncologist, or cancer specialist.... To become an Oncologist, or cancer specialist, a medical degree is the...
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Can one twin absorb the other?
Very interesting article. It explains the two different ways a twin can be absorbed and...
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Where do snowmen go to dance?
To snowballs.
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Can you put metal in a microwave oven?
NO, it will spark and maybe smoke. Answer NO BAD IDEA. Metal will cause the magnatron to over heat and the oven will be...
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Why do veins become more prominent as one ages?
Because the skin thins to paper thin on the outer body as well as tissues in the inner body, not to mention muscle loss. The...
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What jobs can you get with an associate's degree in applied science?
If you go to paramedic school, and than go get your associates degree in applied science, you are able to bo do the 9-10 month...
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Does a heeling sailboat have less hull surface contacting the water than a boat on an even keel?
This depends on the design of the boat to a certain extent, however typically when a yacht is heeling it would be moving quickly,...
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Where can you buy inverted goggles - the kind that turns everything upside-down until the brain adjusts?
You could possibly find a pair on eBay.
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Where can you find nitric acid?
If you mean where is it found naturally... nowhere on Earth. It must be manufactured, through pressurized oxidation of ammonia...
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What is the difference between an Associates in Applied Science and an Associates of Science degree?
The Real Answer Here is the answer you are looking for. An Associates in Science (AS) is a degree focused mostly on a...
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What are some of the major accomplishments of Gregor Mendel?
gregor mendel is called the father of genetics. he was a monk who studied pea plants to find out about genetics. he discovered...
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What is the circumference of the earth?
The circumference of the Earth at the equator is about 24,901.46 miles, or 40,075.02 km. Earth is not a rounded sphere, but is...
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Why does a rainbow appear bent or arched in a semicircle in the sky?
Rainbows Rainbows have been the subject of songs and poems, stories and mythology, but there is an explanation as to why...
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How many MB are in a GB?
MB and GB There are exactly 1024 Megabytes (MB) in one Gigabyte (GB) MB stands for Megabyte- not to be confused with Mb which...
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How fast is Roscoe Parrish?
Roscoe ran a 4.43 at the NFL Combine, but some clocked him in the mid 4.3's. He's QUICKER than he is fast, in his ability to...
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Why is snow white and water transparent but sometimes ice can be both?
Many gases including carbon dioxide, oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen are soluble in water. For example the solubility of oxygen &...
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How does music affect mice?
I am doing an experiment on this question at the present time, however i have not come up with any conclusions yet. If you want...
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What are the ingredients in Coke and Diet Coke that have negative effects on teeth and why?
In Coca-Cola there is both sugar and phosphoric acid. Both damage your teeth. Diet Coke, Coke Zero (whatever that is), and...
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Why are plants necessary for survival?
Plants are necessary for survival because they undergo the photosynthesis, the process of converting light energy from the sun,...
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What is the ratio of male to females regarding IQ 190?
That question is, of course, a joke. There has probably not ever been a human being on the planet with an IQ that high. Einstein...
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How did Gregor Mendel influence Hitler?
Mandel studied evolution. I think he said something about genes and traits in animals that make them more advanced then other...
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How do hot pads work?
Modern hotpads or pot holders have a heat-resistant material sandwiched between two layers of fabric. The bottom layer of fabric,...
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Who are some famous scientists and what are their contributions to the fields of science?
There are literally thousands of famous scientists who have all made very important contributions to the field of science. All...
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Where did the universe begin?
Current theories and models suggest that there is literally no place (not simply that we cannot get there) where you would reach...
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What is the most famous animal?
It is hard to say. I think maybe the most popular animal in our world today could be Shamu (from SeaWorld). Again, it is hard to...
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What is measured in hoppersfeet?
Rear Admiral Grace Hopper was a pioneer in the computer industry. In her talks, she often would illustrate the speed of...
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What is the Big Bang theory?
The Big Bang Theory states that the universe was formed 13.9 billion years ago in a huge expansion. Better detail is presented in...
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What might be the perils of over specialization?
Basically in the global economy, individual domestic economies as a result of reduced levels of domestic protection such as...
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What are advantages of global positioning systems?
Advantages of GPS Depending on what you are using it for, and the rating of your system it could be invaluable. I have a hand...
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What does the term nuclear winter refer to?
Nuclear winter refers to a long-term cooling of the Earth's climate following a massive nuclear war. Nuclear weapons, as we all...
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What is the vegetation of the Amazon basin?
what is the vegetation of the amazon basin? it is lush rain forest and bananas.
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What is scientific revolution?
The Scientific Revolution refers to that period in history (basically the 17th century) when men and women began to ascertain...
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Where do conifers grow?
Greece, Germany, China, India, Russia, Japan, Scandinavia, the British Isles, the Middle East, North America, Central America,...
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What was charles darwin's first piece of evidence?
Darwin and the Beagle On his travels he found many species of animals that were similar but different, even though they were...
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What is the pH range of organic compost?
pH Range of Organic Compost One site I just found says the pH of finished compost is 6.0 - 8.0. I have no idea if that is...
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If thunder is the sound of lightning could you make an instrument that will allow you to make light and sound in a similar way?
1 Yes, but not in the way you mean - thunder is the sound of the air being ripped apart when lightning strikes. The jump of...
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How is plexiglass made?
melt calendering
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How much does one gallon of oil weigh?
Weight of Oil One gallon of oil is 6-8 pounds depending on density. If you assume SAE 10W-30 oil; density is 875...
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How does inertial navigation function?
Inertial Navigation Inertial navigation tracks the position of an object by measuring and comparing the distance it travels...
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What is plastic made of?
Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen Plastics are polymers, and are composed primarily of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Polymers are...
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What does an ex mean when he says he is not over you and gets with you for one night but then does not call the next night and totally ignores you the next day?
I would say that he was just trying to get sex from you. That would be my first though. But it could be that he is just...
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How do they make drink water filters?
Charcoal is the primary substance used in conventional water filteration systems. It is also used to absorb heavy metals in...
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Is there an SAS postulate for similarity of two triangles also just as you have one for congruency of triangles?
Yes For two triangles to be congruent, their corresponding sides must be of equal length. But for triangles to be similar,...
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If you're having a problem binding a skeleton how do you fix it?
Use wires that go between the bones to alow normal movement but also holds the bones in the disired position.
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How do you make glass?
Glass Ingredient I believe the main ingredent is quartz. Answer: No, its not made out of quartz at all; it is made from...
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How is the rainforest an ecosystem?
The rainforest is an ecosystem because it's home to many plants and animals which all exist in relationship with one...
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Does the size of a ball effect how high it bounces?
Not to any appreciable extent. Bounce is caused by the elasticity of the material comprising the ball and the surface on which...
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How is test tube cloning accomplished?
Easy, it's not.... "Test Tube" babies are a product of a process in which an egg and a bunch of sperm are isolated in one tube...
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What is microgravity and what is its affect on humans?
Well basically, anything that has mass exerts a gravitational pull ony other masses. Therefore, when in space in a space...
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Will engine oil conduct electricity?
no or very little Answer The very same characteristics that makes it a good lubricant also makes it non-conductive. ...
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What is the stiffness of a cantilever beam under a natural frequency?
Cantilever Beams If you know the natural frequency and the mass of the load and beam... k=Wn^2*m (where k=stiffness,...
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How do you figure how many Watts Amps or Volts?
Penergy(volts) Iresistance(ohms) To figure Watts........PI x R where E is unknown ...
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