Which Soft Tissue Acts As A Shock Absorber At A Joint?
These are the femur, tibia, and patella. The ends of those bones are covered with cartilage . This is a smooth material that cushions the bone and all…
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Why Should Oxygen Or Compressed Air Not Be Used To Pressurize Appliances To Check For Leaks?
Why should oxygen or compressed air NOT be used to pressurize appliances to check for leaks? Oxygen or compressed air can explode when mixed with comp…
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Why High Heel Shoes Exert More Pressure On The Surface Than Flat Shoes?
High heeled shoes or boots transfer the force through a much smaller area , causing a much greater pressure. It will hurt more if a person steps on so…
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Why Does The Outer Shape Of Our Earth Keep On Changing?
The Earth’s shape changes because the climate events like El Nino shift where the mass of water is stored : in oceans, continents and the atmosphere. …
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Who Is The Father Of Graphic Design?
Paul Rand : The Father of Graphic Design at the Museum of the City of New York. Perhaps the most recognizable poster created by Paul Rand is the one h…
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Why Does The Inside Of A Car Get So Hot On A Summer Day?
Cars warm up in the sun due to the greenhouse effect: Sunlight passing through the windows into the car is mostly absorbed by interior surfaces, then …
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What Movement Does Gucci Watches Use?
Almost all Gucci watches use a Swiss quartz movement , which makes their hands tick smoothly. Check the model number on the back. On many fake Gucci w…
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Why Was Hijab Banned In France?
The French Parliament began an initial inquiry on the issue shortly after President Nicolas Sarkozy stated in June 2009 that religious face veils were…
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Why Is There No Air Coming Out Of My Car Vents?
Your air intake is clogged , meaning that air isn’t getting in from the outside at all or isn’t circulating properly. There is a blown fuse in the ven…
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Why Do You Have To Cut Flower Stems At An Angle?
Flowers will have an easier time getting water to their petals and leaves if their stems are on the shorter side. ... If you cut the stem at a slight …
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Who Breaks The Wishbone?
The wishbone, technically known as the furcula, is a V-shaped bone found at the base of the neck in birds, and even some dinosaurs. According to tradi…
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Why Is Argon Used In Fluorescent Tubes?
Did you know that incandescent light bulbs are filled with inert gases Why is argon used in making fluorescent tubes and bulbs? Argon gas is used in f…