Body & Soul0 min ago
Science
Welcome To The AnswerBank ScienceAny discussion that is scientifically led is acceptable, whether it is about physics or a conspiracy theory.
Whilst discussions and debates are encouraged, The AnswerBank reserves the right to remove answers that are deliberately misleading, e.g. by implying that a statement is a scientific theory or law when it is not, especially when such answers may impact personal health choices.
The AnswerBank makes no claim regarding the scientific accuracy of any post (question or answer) made by a member.
Hi I need the advice of any knowledgeable ab’ers. We are looking at buying a microscope for a friends son for Christmas. A few months back we got him a cheap one to see if he’d take to it...
I thought that if you mix two chemicals of ph1 and ph7 the product would have a ph of about 3.5. But in chemistry today, we made dilutions of hydrochloric acid and put universal indicator in and they...
Is the surface temperature of Mars what it should be given the thickness of its atmosphere, or is it higher than expected ? The reason for asking this question is that proportionally Mars has...
When you open a bottle of beer, soda pop or champagne, there is an immediate rush of bubbles to the top of the liquid. But they keep on coming for many hours, and I was wondering if there is any...
Sorry this may be the wrong forum but I need help and don't know where to turn next. I have been trying to learn how to help my Son since he began grade 2 at school. He is now 21 and I am no closer to...
Solar panels produce d.c. Where and how is that converted to 50Hz a.c.? Assuming that wind turbines have alternators to produce a.c. how is the output maintained at 50Hz regardless of the speed of...
hi i am a builder looking for a floor inulation that is only 25-35mm thick that could give the same therm value as a 70mm celotex...any ideas please !!!
I know this is not science but didn't know where else to put the question.
What is the proper name for a special cuboid with 12 equal edges? Thanks...
whats the difference between reistsance and resistivity?
A variable chord of a parabola y2=4ax is of constant length 2a Prove that its midpoint lies on a curve given by (y2-4ax)(y2+4a2)+4a2=0. [S level 1965)
What are the social issues of crude oil? I have already high prices of petrol so people can't afford to drive and burning fuels in homes links to asthma, anything else? I need good and bad. Also I...
How is it that the Earth compared with other solar planets has largely escaped from being hit by large extra terrestrial objects? The only two major instances I can recall is the meteor strike in the...
For anyone that is interested Atlantis takes off for Spacestation in just over an hour approx 8 23 pm our uk time . Watch live onhttp://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/index
.html...
I can’t even find them on the net!
Don’t mind travelling within the UK to buy them in person! Or even on the phone.
Any suggestions?
All help much appreciated
Mitchell...
Are zinc batteries compatible with other types of battery.eg, can they be used for the same appliances?
I know that this is an old chestnut - but I would be interested in your views - Please give reasons for your opinion
Today part of Google's logo is the moon with what looks like a meteor hitting it. Have I missed something? What's the significance?