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Physics, Astronomy & Cosmology / Will entropy eventually slow the electron's rotation?

« on: 02/12/2019 17:13:52 »

Bruce asks:

Will entropy eventually slow the electron's rotation?  If so, when?  If not, why not?

Can anyone help?

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The Environment / How much heat is generated from methane from burning vs. the greenhouse effect?

« on: 02/12/2019 17:10:37 »

Robert asks:

What amount of atmospheric heating is there by burning a volume of  methane compared to the average lifetime greenhouse effect of the same amount of un-burnt gas?.

Who can help?

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Physics, Astronomy & Cosmology / Using electromagnetic waves to change the outcome of the double-slit experiment

« on: 02/12/2019 17:01:25 »

Rick asks:

During the double slit experiment can the copy of the electron be influenced by an electro-magnetic field and not disappear? If an electro-magnetic field effecting the copy cause it to be able to be observed? If the field cant influence the electron could the copy be travelling in my past?

Can someone help Rick with his question?

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Physics, Astronomy & Cosmology / Which egg would get hotter - one in a closed clear box or one in a black box?

« on: 28/11/2019 09:49:12 »

Christo asks:

"My daughter wants to know what egg will get the hottest. One in a closed clear glass box or one in a black box? Both in sun."

Who can help?

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Question of the Week / QotW - 28.11.19 - Do hairs grow out grey or turn grey?

« on: 28/11/2019 09:41:26 »

Elizabeth wants to know:

"Do hairs grow out grey or do hairs that had colour, eventually turn grey?”

Any ideas?

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Question of the Week / Re: QotW - 19.11.18 - Why isn't sea level rise constant worldwide?

« on: 28/11/2019 09:33:51 »

Thank-you for all the responses.

We also have an answer from Dr. Rob Larter of the British Antarctic Survey, which you can find in the "Print me a new liver!" podcast.

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Physiology & Medicine / Could electricity be used as an alternative treatment for destroying cancer?

« on: 22/11/2019 15:04:26 »

Justin wants to know:

Could electricity be used as an alternative cancer treatment for destroying cancerous tumors in the body? Is there any chance this could in fact be an undiscovered real possibility to replace Chemo Therapy treatment?

Can anyone help answer this?

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General Science / Is it possible for people to travel to Mars?

« on: 22/11/2019 14:58:43 »

James Lee asks:

Is it possible for people to travel to Mars?

Discuss!

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Physiology & Medicine / Is the continuous application of anti-perspirant to your armpits dangerous?

« on: 08/11/2019 11:31:21 »

Jurabek asks:

Is the continuous application of anti-perspirant to your armpits dangerous?

Can anyone help answer this question?

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Plant Sciences, Zoology & Evolution / Can animals keep track of time?

« on: 05/11/2019 10:10:27 »

Jim asks:

Can animals keep track of time? More specifically, cows and dogs?

Any ideas?

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Physiology & Medicine / Are humans the only animals that have a menstrual cycle?

« on: 04/11/2019 17:05:21 »

David asks:

Are humans the only animals that have a menstrual cycle?

Can you help?

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Physiology & Medicine / Does reading improve our IQ? If so, in detail, how does it work?

« on: 04/11/2019 16:57:34 »

Justin wants to know:

Does reading improve our IQ? If so, in detail, how does it work?

What do you think?

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Physics, Astronomy & Cosmology / Why do the laws of physics break down in a black hole?

« on: 04/11/2019 13:33:13 »

Rob wants to know:

Why do the laws of physics break down in a black hole? What are the consequences and end result?

Can you help?