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| Subject | Date Asked |
| carbon nanofoam use | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: sir can you say me the ways in which we can synthesis carbon nanofoam(in lab)and its use in medicine ... A: .. Thanks for your question on carbon nanaofoam! Since this is not my precise area of expertise, ... | |
| lightning | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: how can someone survive a lighting strike that is five times hotter than the sun? A: ..(Same real name as me!) Thanks for your question! The current from a lightning strike tends to ... | |
| question | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: identify some characteristics of compounds A: .. Thanks for your question! Sorry for my late reply, had to swap-out my computer modem! As for ... | |
| general science/gravitational pull | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: If a book wre resting on a table, what keeps the book from falling off? A: .. Thanks for your question! The answer is Friction..as a result of gravity. Defined: Physics A ... | |
| Do our senses really perceive the real world? | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I have read article from some website...and I have some issue concerning the existence of science ... A: Note: Long questions get short answers,short questions get longer answers. Plus, I am a renegade ... | |
| flying saucers | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: I was watching a show that showed a lot of opinions, positive, and negative, about flying saucers. ... A: Yes, in general, according to the laws of inertia, a body in motion will tend to remain in motion. ... | |
| Characteristics of Compounds | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: my teacher said it was a take home test and we can get help on it how ever we want just not tell ... A: When combining two substances, the four changes that may occur are... Note: This is a web extract. ... | |
| FAST jet thingy | 3/15/2008 |
| Q: what's up Spaceman. OK, I am 20, and I want to know about a jet I saw in the "popular science" ... A: Yes, the jet you are thinking of is the "Aurora". It is a hyper-sonic craft that was designed to ... | |
| science fair. | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: hey :D i need to know how can i get a bibliography for this:does the color of the water effect the ... A: In general, (as you know) darker water will absorb more radiant heat from the sun than clear water. ... | |
| stratospheric ozone | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: Ozone has a molecular weight of around 48 while oxygen molecule 36. So, why do O3 molecules, instead ... A: My friends at "Ask a Scientist" have answered this question quite well. It appears to be a popular ... | |
| Hydrochloric acid | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: I'm 15 years old and I have a question that what would I observe if I keep hydrochloric acid open ... A: The acid will become more dilute as it fumes hydrogen- chloride vapors into the surrounding area. It ... | |
| electricity | 11/25/2007 |
| Q: sir if a point charge is released in non uniform electric field with field lines in the same ... A: It may result in such an effect in my view. You will want to review: 1. ... | |
| Automobile | 11/2/2007 |
| Q: Did the working of electric/electronic equipment in an automobile affect its mileage ... A: It has some effect. The electrical loading on the generator or alternator can influence the output ... | |
| science | 9/6/2007 |
| Q: How a destructive force shape earth crust A: Review this web extract... "Land forms are the result of a combination of constructive and ... | |
| scientists, gold and Pluto | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: What is the element which scientists believe will turn matter (such as iron) into gold? Also, ... A: What is the element which scientists believe will turn matter (such as iron) into gold? A.There ... | |
| Growing purple crystals | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: Do you know of any compound that I can mix with potassium permanganate to grow purple crystals? I ... A: Both salt and Epsom salts are quite safe. No need to worry. ... | |
| How long does it take a solar white dwarf to become perceptibly cool? | 7/21/2007 |
| Q: After the sun becomes a white dwarf, how long will it take to cool to a black dwarf whose internal ... A: Extract from Wikipedia: "Radiation and cooling of stars... The visible radiation emitted by white ... | |
| Space without a suit | 6/24/2007 |
| Q: My friend and I have a continuing debate which I would like to end once and for all. If I were to ... A: A lot of thermal effects occur at the same time. The vacuum will indeed cause the blood to expand ... | |
| rutherfored's atom model | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: is kinetic energy of an alpha particle = to the potential energy of atomic system 1/2.MASS.VELOCITY ... A: Please review the website: http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/rutsca.html#c2 Here you will ... | |
| Waves in space | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: I would like to learn more about various waves and how they work. If you know of any elementary ... A: Here is some information about waves in general: A wave can be defined as: A way to transfer energy ... | |
| MOVEMENT | 5/20/2007 |
| Q: IF THERE IS NO BASE IN THE SPACE HOW MOVEMENT POSSIBLE?I AM EXPECTING A DETAIL ANSWER A: Movement in free space simply depends on ones own reaction, not to any reference point! This ... | |
| science project | 5/6/2007 |
| Q: I am trying to help my daughter with her science project. She has chosen the topic "does the type ... A: I wanted to expand a bit on this subject: When dealing with the pure combed "cotton balls" you find ... | |
| tides | 4/7/2007 |
| Q: Why are the tides higher in Alaska than Florida. A: In Alaska, the tides range higher and lower because of an excess of centrifugal and gravitational ... | |
| Quarters | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: If I had an infinate amount of Quarters to build a stack of them to the moon how much money would it ... A: Since this is a very common problem, I will provide you with the most accurate online answer. ... | |
| Science light | 2/28/2007 |
| Q: scientific name of "Lightwaves" ? A: Here are some suggestions for "lightwave" scientific names. 1. "Photon bundles" 2. Plus Review: ... | |
| alternative energy source | 2/25/2007 |
| Q: I'm trying to find a alternative energy source I came across in 1983, It was a collector similar to ... A: I found a few links which may relate to what you are looking for. Review: 1. ... | |
| gravity | 1/12/2007 |
| Q: the tides move because of the moon, and the centre of the earths gravity moving. why then does my ... A: Your bathroom cord is affected by these small force gravity effects. It is just way too small to ... | |
| Drake Equation vs Rare Earth Theory | 11/28/2006 |
| Q: Recently, some scientists have argued that the Drake equation is an inaccurate description. I've ... A: First review: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rare_Earth_hypothesis Be sure to note the criticisms at ... | |
| EW of MD | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering, what the possibilities were to create a plasma bomb, or say an antimatter bomb, or ... A: re: I was wondering, what the possibilities were to create a plasma bomb, or say an antimatter bomb, ... | |
| Earth around the sun | 10/4/2006 |
| Q: I am 24, a business graduate. I just want to know what was the method used by Galelio to determine ... A: First review: http://www.imahero.com/herohistory/galileo_herohistory.htm Now review: ... | |
| About aliens I'm 18 | 9/3/2006 |
| Q: I've always wondered if aliens were real. A: I had wondered the same thing back when I was 13 years old. I read many books at the time and still ... | |
| space | 8/21/2006 |
| Q: i am 18. how long does for a rocket to get into space? A: An example: For the Space Shuttle, the shortest amount of time required to reach a low earth orbit ... | |
| lightning | 8/18/2006 |
| Q: Age 28, Belgium. I am fascinated by lightning and developed my own theory about it. I was wondering ... A: I believe in this kind of theory much like you! The common ideas regarding lightning are only ... | |
| science | 7/30/2006 |
| Q: which nuclear reaction uses the least expensive materials and produces the least amount of ... A: Regarding which kind of nuclear reaction produces the least amount of radioactive by-products... ... | |
| Science - topic is Sound | 7/25/2006 |
| Q: Can you please help me with these questions: 1)When a sound from a source is refracted away from ... A: Can you please help me with these questions: A. Sure. 1) When a sound from a source is refracted ... | |
| Earth's rotation | 6/28/2006 |
| Q: I'm AARP age but still wanting to learn..my question is, a friend claims to be able to see the earth ... A: I am of AARP age and even a member! To view the rotation of the Earth usually requires a fixed ... | |
| don't get it | 5/22/2006 |
| Q: what's an effective insulation system? A: Here is some info on effective insulation systems: First review: www.jm-builder.com Then review: ... | |
| electricity | 5/17/2006 |
| Q: can a potato or string of potatoes can power a clock or light? if yes, what steps do i take? ... A: Yes, potatoes, lemons and tomatoes can be used to generate a sufficient electrical current to power ... | |
| Can we build on europa | 4/24/2006 |
| Q: I am doing a science project on europa. I was wondering if we can build on europa. Or what ... A: Here are two websites which address many of these questions. Review: 1. ... | |
| erythrocytes | 3/13/2006 |
| Q: trying to figure out what would happen to erythrocytes when placed in a solution of urea and ... A: .. Thanks for your question on erythrocytes. You advancing just fine if this is your normal ... | |
| physical science | 3/7/2006 |
| Q: I'm Matt and I'm 18.I have a question that I would like to know how you would answer it.I have some ... A: You are quite correct regarding the Foucault pendulum theory, as it proves that the Earth revolves ... | |
| Phylogenetic Tree | 2/22/2006 |
| Q: I don't know if this question is revelant to your expertise. Do you have a phylogenetic tree of ... A: I am not that familar with this topic, but here are some websites to review which may offer some ... | |
| Satellites | 2/19/2006 |
| Q: I am studying physics and can not find answer to a question. In what case doesn't the location of ... A: Geosynchronous satellites are used when a signal is needed at a constant level at all times. XM ... | |
| I am 13. I have been assigned... | 2/15/2006 |
| Q: I am 13. I have been assigned a science fair project about how fruit combustion can produce energy. ... A: Fruits can produce energy by their decomposition products. There are several ways. Please review: ... | |
| space/planet atmospheres | 1/31/2006 |
| Q: can you tell me why a little planet has little or no atmosphere? i can't seem to find anything that ... A: Can you tell me why a little planet has little or no atmosphere? A. Sure, the smaller planets have ... | |
| Science, Medicine and Technology | 1/29/2006 |
| Q: What is the relevance of Science, Medicine and Technology to the development of the American ... A: Here are some good basic resources and defs' for this topic... From the website: ... | |
| space station | 1/27/2006 |
| Q: A couple of years back a friend and myself were out on his deck (mid afternoon )when we saw this ... A: You can visit the following NASA website for the ISS (International Space Station) viewing times and ... | |
| robots in the future | 11/23/2005 |
| Q: Age 14. I know it is probably a lot of 'guessing' as to what the future will be like, but I was ... A: I know it is probably a lot of 'guessing' as to what the future will be like, but I was wondering if ... | |
| cosmology/time travel | 11/2/2005 |
| Q: I am trying to do some research on time travel, and can't really find any serious web-sites for it. ... A: Here are some straightforward websites to review: 1. www.crownedanarchist.com/timetravel.htm 2. ... | |
| outer space | 10/12/2005 |
| Q: What is Outer-Space made of? A: Outer space is made up of many things even though is has a low relative vacuum pressure of less that ... | |
| astronomy | 10/5/2005 |
| Q: I am 24 and would like to go to university. I wonder if you could help me choosing the course. I ... A: I will try to guide you with what I think are some good choices. I am 24 and would like to go to ... | |
| pressure in vacuum | 10/4/2005 |
| Q: water will boil in vacuum, how about the astronout A: Yes, water will boil very easily in a vacuum! Blood reacts in a somewhat different manner! Review ... | |
| pressure in outerspace | 10/3/2005 |
| Q: how does astronaut maintain internal and external pressure in vacuum? tq. A: I hope you are reffering to the workings of a common spacesuit! Here is some good info on this ... | |
| The Higgs Field | 8/22/2005 |
| Q: I've read about the Higgs Field in Scicnec magazines, but does it exist? Please let me know. Thank ... A: I think of mass and inertia in a different way, but the Higgs Field Theory is quite popular! ... | |
| universe | 8/8/2005 |
| Q: hey my names josh i was wondering what the difference and similarities are between the christian ... A: Here are some details and views on this topic: A web extract: "Different opinions and theories on ... | |
| Speed of earth | 5/21/2005 |
| Q: 54 years old. Can you give me a close approximation of how fast we are moving vonsidering the ... A: Here are the basics on this topic... Note: I get this question all the time and the following ... | |
| More alternitive energy | 5/20/2005 |
| Q: This is a follow-up on the response you gave me about capturing energy from the upper atmosphere. ... A: Some more answers for you! This is a follow-up on the response you gave me about capturing energy ... | |
| technology | 4/6/2005 |
| Q: Do you have any knowledge about secret technology that is beeing developed ? Are all those things ... A: Some notes: Yes, some of the subjects you refer to have a real basis in fact. You will find a couple ... | |
| Why ask why? | 3/22/2005 |
| Q: Why do we ask why? Or, why do we asking questions? Why do I want to know the answer to that and ... A: Here are my views... Why do we ask why? Or, why do we asking questions? A. We as humans wish to ... | |
| Rocket Science & Charlatains from 02-14-05 | 3/8/2005 |
| Q: Answer - Hello again Ryan! Thanks for your kind updates. Note that I understand everything you ... A: Also, be sure to review: 1.http://www.designation-systems.net/dusrm/m-133.html ... | |
| Rocket Science & Charlatains from 02-14-05 | 3/7/2005 |
| Q: Spaceman, This is not a question, but merely a correction in information. In your response to Reg ... A: Note that I understand everything you say, but you are still being mislead a bit by someone! ... | |
| Followup, as you requested. | 2/17/2005 |
| Q: This is a followup conversation between Soth (me) and Alex (the purported rocket scientist). He ... A: Note: I gave Alex some very hard questions and I did not even tell you all of the correct answers. ... | |
| Escape Velocity | 2/16/2005 |
| Q: Say I had a plane that had the ability to maintain a thrust whether in air or space indefinately. ... A: You are quite correct. There is nothing to stop you from leaving Earth if you apply a continuous ... | |
| Rocket Science and Charlatains | 2/14/2005 |
| Q: I am in a discussion group with a man who claims he is an electrical engineer who did work for the ... A: Here are some questions to pose this guy: 1. Who makes the MIRV'ed nuclear warheads on the Trident ... | |
| TRIVIA HELP ME PLEASE!!!!!! | 1/28/2005 |
| Q: The sun surly does not emanate from here. Take a look at the front and then look to the lowest ... A: This is more a riddle than a trivia question! Please check out the following websites for some more ... | |
| Electricity - wind power | 1/18/2005 |
| Q: I am helping my daughter to do a wind power project. So far we have been experimenting with a Radio ... A: I hope I can help you and your daughter. Q.I am helping my daughter to do a wind power project. ... | |
| fuel in atmosphere | 1/17/2005 |
| Q: When a plane jetisons fuel at a high altitude what happens to the fuel? Does it crystalize and fall ... A: Jet fuel decomposes in the upper atmosphere. During this year, aircraft will burn over 200 million ... | |
| Satellite Photos | 1/10/2005 |
| Q: I've been to several different websites that provide aerial and satellite photos and found so far ... A: Check out what I use for satellite imagery data: 1.Terraserver 2.Mapquest 3.Digitalglobe ... | |
| The sun and stars | 12/20/2004 |
| Q: Iam a 15 yr old high school student from India. The sun is a ball of fire. It heats up as a result ... A: With chemical reations oxygen is required for combustion. With a fusion reaction no oxygen is ... | |
| Venus | 12/15/2004 |
| Q: If a BMW Beetle was to suddenly appear on the surface of venus, how long (about) would it take for ... A: I think you mean a VW Beetle! Anyway, the conditions on the surface on Venus would be hard on ... | |
| Jet propulsion | 11/17/2004 |
| Q: I am a 27 year old woman interested in Jet Propulsions and Contrails. I would like to know a few ... A: Q. I would like to know a few things about them such as; how far away can a jet be before I see the ... | |
| 4 states of matter | 11/9/2004 |
| Q: I am 13 doing a science project on 4 states of matter. I need to know the relationship between ... A: Matter exists in four different states or phases: solid, liquid, gas and plasma. Review the ... | |
| chromatography | 10/24/2004 |
| Q: :) my question is: What is chromatography and what are use of it... can u explain this to me ... A: The following two websites will provide you with all the basics on this topic. Review: 1. ... | |
| Could you calculate for me... | 10/22/2004 |
| Q: Could you calculate for me the length R of a semimajor axis of a planet whose period is 165 years? ... A: Remember that I do not solve math questions directly for a long list of reasons. You can find the ... | |
| ufos | 10/14/2004 |
| Q: Age 20. What evidence have you found in your research that proves or disproves the theory of UFO's? A: Note: I get this question all the time! There is very little hard proof on the existence of UFO's. ... | |
| atomic theory | 10/6/2004 |
| Q: can you please tell me about the history of the atomic theory up to chadwick? I heard about ... A: Here are some answers on early atomic theory: Please review the following websites, they should ... | |
| Unit Conversion | 9/15/2004 |
| Q: I need a thermal conductivity conversion. At 100 K, the thermal conductivity of gaseous Helium is ... A: I also have the need for all sorts of conversion formulas and tables. For you particular thermal ... | |
| Summer and winter - why? | 9/9/2004 |
| Q: I was asked why there was summer and winter and only then realised that I was unable to explain it ... A: I hate to provide some websites for an answer, but the two sites listed below will provide some nice ... | |
| Science Fiction actually | 8/31/2004 |
| Q: I am writing a novel based on the characters of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Most of the ... A: I do not have that much time for science fiction, but I am happy to provide you with my views: 1. A ... | |
| Can u tell me the best fighter... | 7/26/2004 |
| Q: Can u tell me the best fighter jet developed so far. Can u give me their specs A: I think that the F-22 Raptor is perhaps the best fighter jet currently. Some Russian MIG's are also ... | |
| God | 7/20/2004 |
| Q: What is the outlook on god in science ? A: Note that the following answer is my own view and may not reflect what others believe! I believe ... | |
| science | 6/25/2004 |
| Q: which one is unrelated to the other four 1uranus (2)pluto(3)polaris(4)mars(5)venus. A: The answer is "3" Polaris as it is a star like our sun. The other names you mentioned are all ... | |
| how would the moon surface temperatures and radiation effect photographic film used by the astronauts. | 6/10/2004 |
| Q: This is a question I have never received an answer for. I e-mailed NASA with no response. Given ... A: Yes all of the factors you mention would be of great concern for any camera used on the Moon. I also ... | |
| international space station | 6/3/2004 |
| Q: i live in lower mi and was wondering to what direction i would have to look to see to international ... A: Here are the resources you want: For local viewing times for the ISS, go to: ... | |
| Misclenous | 5/25/2004 |
| Q: I am currently researching a phenomena which I observed in a documentary on Discovery Channel, I ... A: Note: Try to ask only 2 questions at one time. I have to provide short answers when I receive more ... | |
| what happens when light falls on aprism explain with diagram for my project | 5/20/2004 |
| Q: what happens when light falls on aprism explain with diagram for my project? and how to organise my ... A: Please refer to the following websites for your answers: 1. ... | |
| Hi, This is a really random... | 5/13/2004 |
| Q: This is a really random question, but do you know things that would shock the average person. Such ... A: Here are some answers... Q. This is a really random question, but do you know things that would ... | |
| Zero Gravity | 5/10/2004 |
| Q: I don't know if your the right person to ask but i was just wondering if its possible to create zero ... A: Yes, it is possible to reduce or eliminate the effects of gravity by the proper application of ... | |
| helen8876@yahoo.com | 4/30/2004 |
| Q: i am 17, i have some chemistry homework problem that i can't solve, plz help me. this is about ... A: You are doing some very advanced studies for 17 years of age! Review all of the following ... | |
| Satellites | 4/27/2004 |
| Q: Could you please let me know where I can find information regarding description for SATELLITE parts. A: I hope you mean Satellite TV parts and not surplus NASA satellite parts. Let me know if you want the ... | |
| Planets | 4/26/2004 |
| Q: Why don't the planets fall out of orbit? What are some of the best books on this topic? A: Here are some of the more popular answers to your question. There are other reasons why planets ... | |
| science | 4/21/2004 |
| Q: if you lived at mars how would you breath. A: Here are the basic answers... As far back as 1940 we knew oxygen and water vapor were extremely ... | |
| Liquid Crystal | 4/4/2004 |
| Q: My age is 22 and I am not a student but I would still appreciate a answer to my question if that is ... A: Liquid crystals only change state when exposed to a magnetic field. I think you may wish to ... | |
| Space/water | 4/2/2004 |
| Q: My 8 yr old son asked me this question and I don't know the answer, so we thought we would ask you. ... A: Here are some answers for your son: In deep space, the temperature is VERY low. The water in the ... | |
| Project | 3/25/2004 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me some ideas for a 8 grade science project. On any intersting ... A: There are many to choose from, simply review the following two websites and pick the project that ... | |
| the magma in the earth | 3/23/2004 |
| Q: There is not a section on here or earth science so you may not be able to answer this question. ... A: Note: My following answer is my own and is not what you want to provide for an exam answer. Q: Why ... | |
| Electromanetic fields | 3/22/2004 |
| Q: Can you tell me how to increase the range/radius of a magnetic field in a home made electromagnet? ... A: The following websites will provide all the basics and some detailed solutions for an increase in ... | |
| History of Crystals | 3/3/2004 |
| Q: Spaceman I am a 7th grade student at Tohoku International School Japan. I want to investigate the ... A: I do not know the specific person, but I can give you some historical details. 1. The World's first ... | |
| Crystals (Science) | 2/12/2004 |
| Q: "Space Man" are you a really good scientist? Cause I have this big Science Fair coming up, and I ... A: Hong: Thanks for your questions! Here are some answers and resources for you to consider... Are ... | |
| HELP! | 2/8/2004 |
| Q: I need a good hypothesis for my science fair project. My project is a tornado simulator. I need you ... A: The following two websites should answer all of your issues. Please review: 1. ... | |
| mechanical revolution counter | 2/1/2004 |
| Q: My daughter needs a small mechanical revolution counter for her science fair project. We have not ... A: Yes. No problem! There are three resources for a mechanical counter which I think will fill your ... | |
| Moon landing | 12/15/2003 |
| Q: I do not believe man has ever landed on the moon. Do you believe the same, and if so, how can NASA ... A: To my amazement, I think the moon missions truly occured! ... | |
| fire | 10/25/2003 |
| Q: This may be a very unusual question, but I am not sure where else to begin my search. If you are not ... A: What you are looking for is the ignition temperature or "flash point" of tissue paper. The following ... | |
| space/time travel | 10/20/2003 |
| Q: I was hoping you may be able to help me out. I'm writing a story for my English class, where we have ... A: Here are some basic answers... How fast does the earth spin? A. The circumference of the Earth at ... | |
| Electric Motors | 10/18/2003 |
| Q: I would like to know the principles and factors that affect the electric motors efficiency. Thanks ... A: The following resources and info should help you understand this topic... Efficiency definition: ... | |
| signals to satellites | 9/16/2003 |
| Q: (I am 45 yrs old) I have written a couple of sci-fi novels set in the very near future. Incidental ... A: I could give you some short answers, but the following websites will provide you with some fine ... | |
| wormholes to communicate | 8/28/2003 |
| Q: I realize this is speculation, but I've heard that wormholes will snap shut and destroy a space ... A: Sorry for the late reply, the folks at AllExperts revised their site settings recently and forgot to ... | |
| space communication | 8/14/2003 |
| Q: Assuming people navigate far in the outer solar system: Would facilities stationed throughout the ... A: Q. Would facilities stationed throughout the solar system help a nearby spaceship, making a network ... | |
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