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Answer to Which system has the greatest graphics capabilities - PS2, Xbox, or GameCube?

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 16:13:54 -0800

Which system has the greatest graphics capabilities - PS2, Xbox, or GameCube?

Well there you go.

Answer to Why are female dogs called bitches?

Tue, 11 Jan 2005 16:11:03 -0800

Why are female dogs called bitches?

This same question was posed on another site some time ago and Eric Maass posted this illuminating reply: �� Actually, I think the real question is why that term is applied as a slang, derogatory...

Answer to What exercises can someone with a bad back do to lose weight and strengthen their back muscles?

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:45:07 -0800

What exercises can someone with a bad back do to lose weight and strengthen their back muscles?

BKS Iyengar is this yoga guru from India who developed his own style (Iyengar Yoga) which is designed especially for infirm/aged people, polio victims, people with injuries etc. It uses all the healing, strengthening and flexibility enhancing properties of regular yoga but minimises risk of...

Answer to Besides baking soda, what is potassium bicarbonate used for?

Mon, 10 Jan 2005 17:02:02 -0800

Besides baking soda, what is potassium bicarbonate used for?

Here are some more uses: �Fire Extinguisher ingredient �Agricultural * Enhances potassium absorption in soil * Reduces cation loss in acidic/neutral soil & increases phosphate fertilizer action * Reduces soil acidity *Helps increase potato protein and starch yield ...

Answer to Is it wrong for a man in a committed relationship to look at pornography?

Sun, 09 Jan 2005 22:40:16 -0800

Is it wrong for a man in a committed relationship to look at pornography?

I think a good distinction would be to assume that anything a person does that they have to lie about or perform behind their partner's back can be described as a type of 'cheating'. Obviously, if the other woman is cool with it, there's no possibility of anyone being hurt....

Answer to Why do wolves howl?

Sun, 09 Jan 2005 22:12:44 -0800

Why do wolves howl?

I guess nobody's actually asked a wolf and got a straight answer, but of all the sounds wolves make the howl is the one that carries the most distance. Its pitch and duration are well suited for transmission in forests and across tundras, and unique features of each individual's howl...

Answer to Who invented the chronometer?

Fri, 07 Jan 2005 18:30:31 -0800

Who invented the chronometer?

John Harrison (1693-1776), an English clockmaker and carpenter, is credited with the invention of the chronometer in 1761, although his first (of five) prototype chronometers was actually completed in 1735 (H.1 1735, H.2 1739, H.3 1741, H.4 1761, H.5 1772). The result of years of...

Answer to Why do squirrels have such big fluffy tails?

Tue, 14 Dec 2004 21:55:57 -0800

Why do squirrels have such big fluffy tails?

I don't know exactly why evolution has chosen to favour squirrels with big fluffy tails but an interesting fact is the name squirrel comes from its latin name; Sciurus. The latin name however has Greek origins. It is derived from the Greek word skiouros, which means shade-tail. This is...

Answer to Which is correct, gray or grey?

Tue, 07 Dec 2004 17:34:21 -0800

Which is correct, gray or grey?

"Grey is used primarily in areas that use UK English. Gray is used primarily in areas that use US English." ��(Kim Siever) That's right. I'm in Australia and doing a Master's degree in Writing at University (College) and we discussed this in class the other day,...

Answer to Is it worth it to buy an S-video cable for my game systems?

Sat, 20 Nov 2004 04:03:27 -0800

Is it worth it to buy an S-video cable for my game systems?

The S-Video output is only of use if your TV has an S-Video input. If your TV does have an S-Video input then it will definitely be an improvement over the composite (or RF) output. Only fairly late model TVs have S-inputs, and even better is a 'Component' input, only on the very latest...

Answer to Which system is better - PS2, Gamecube, or Xbox?

Sat, 25 Sep 2004 06:13:06 -0700

Which system is better - PS2, Gamecube, or Xbox?

The things to look for in a platform are not so much the performance specs, which all vary, but the games available on that platform. PS2 and X-box are way ahead in this area, with heaps of titles available across both platforms and each also with their own exclusives, such as Halo for X-box and...

Answer to How can I find out how much an ounce of 24 karat gold costs?

Thu, 16 Sep 2004 03:44:29 -0700

How can I find out how much an ounce of 24 karat gold costs?

As the price varies constantly you'll need to go to a website that regularly updates the details, like this one: http://www.kitco.com/

Answer to When applying for your first job, what information should be included in your resume?

Sun, 15 Aug 2004 21:50:10 -0700

When applying for your first job, what information should be included in your resume?

Your resume is intended to let prospective employers know more about you, your abilities, experience, education and achievements, as well as interests and hobbies, which help them decide, along with face to face meetings and the interview process if you will 'fit in' to their workplace...

Answer to Is it painful to get Botox injections? How long does the treatment last?

Sat, 14 Aug 2004 17:23:32 -0700

Is it painful to get Botox injections? How long does the treatment last?

I watched my friend get Botox injections, and it did appear painful, but not extraordinarily so. The needle is the same sort of size as a needle used in insulin injections, and the doctor had to make repeated 'jabs' very quickly, and inject a few ml of the Botox in each time....

Answer to What was the range of the German V2 missiles?

Sat, 14 Aug 2004 06:52:26 -0700

What was the range of the German V2 missiles?

About 200 - 225 miles (321 - 362 km). The A4/V2 (Aggregat 4) was the first long range ballistic missile to be actively used in combat. It was an unmanned, guided by an advanced gyroscopic system that sent signals to aerodynamic steering tabs on the fins and vanes in the exhaust. It was...

Answer to Who was "prisoner number seven"?

Sat, 14 Aug 2004 06:17:15 -0700

Who was "prisoner number seven"?

Rudolf Hess (spelled in German as Rudolf He�) (April 26, 1894 - August 17, 1987) was a prominent figure in Nazi Germany and was Adolf Hitler's deputy as Nazi Party leader. He edited Hitler's book Mein Kampf and later became Hitler's private secretary, eventually rising to deputy...

Answer to When sun tanning, why do the bottom sides of your arms always seen to tan less?

Mon, 09 Aug 2004 21:28:20 -0700

When sun tanning, why do the bottom sides of your arms always seen to tan less?

It's just a matter of exposure. Even if you suntan flat on your back with your arms extended outwards and the undersides facing the sun, the rest of your activities normally expose the upper sides of your arms �� when jogging, walking, driving, boating, fishing or whatever. This can...

Answer to Can you get a tan when sitting in the sun behind a normal glass window?

Mon, 09 Aug 2004 21:19:43 -0700

Can you get a tan when sitting in the sun behind a normal glass window?

Oh yes. You can get a tan behind glass and you can also get sunburned. A greenhouse is a good example of this, where plants can be sheltered from wind, cold, frost/precipitation etc while still receiving the benefits of photosynthesis. Glass has to be specially treated to exclude IR and UV...

Answer to How can I cure my dog of his fear for fireworks?

Sat, 07 Aug 2004 21:14:13 -0700

How can I cure my dog of his fear for fireworks?

Dogs often fear loud, sharp sounds like fireworks or thunder because they don't know what it is. It's a hard phobia to cure, and can come on for a variety of reasons ranging from environmental to genetic, at a number of different age groups and demigraphics. What can be worse for...

Answer to When was table tennis introduced at the Olympics?

Sat, 07 Aug 2004 20:17:28 -0700

When was table tennis introduced at the Olympics?

Table Tennis was introduced as an Olympic Sport at The Games of the XXIV Olympiad, held in 1988 in Seoul, South Korea. China, long acclaimed the "kingdom of table tennis" where the sport is hailed as national game, bagged all of the four gold medals of table tennis in Barcelona in...

Answer to What United States president has had the most vacation days during a four year term?

Wed, 04 Aug 2004 04:00:31 -0700

What United States president has had the most vacation days during a four year term?

This article came off the Ask Yahoo! website with a similar question. According to this it appears to be George Bush Sr, though I'm not sure if they're only talking contemporary times. Might be of some help... Wednesday October 1, 2003 Dear Yahoo!: How many vacation days...

Answer to If a freshwater crocodile enters saltwater, will it die? If so, how long can it survive?

Sat, 31 Jul 2004 06:02:01 -0700

If a freshwater crocodile enters saltwater, will it die? If so, how long can it survive?

Freshwater crocodiles (Crocodylus johnstoni) are generally found upstream of tidal influence, in lower salinity water. They are actually fairly tolerant of saltwater, yet saltwater crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus) aggressively outcompete them in most areas where they occur. Their main habitats...

Answer to What should you do after being bitten by a venomous snake?

Fri, 30 Jul 2004 22:21:32 -0700

What should you do after being bitten by a venomous snake?

Obviously common sense must prevail if you have an open wound in your mouth but many experts DO agree sucking poison is effective if done rapidly after the bite. Snake venom can not harm you if the skin is unbroken and is completely ineffective when swallowed, so no danger there. If you wait...

Answer to How can I find out how much houses cost, on average, in my area?

Thu, 29 Jul 2004 06:22:58 -0700

How can I find out how much houses cost, on average, in my area?

Probably best to ask a local real estate agent, or take a look in community newspapers with real estate sections and classifieds.

Answer to What does the Beaufort Scale measure?

Thu, 29 Jul 2004 06:12:33 -0700

What does the Beaufort Scale measure?

Beaufort Force: 0 Windspeed Knots: 0 Description: Calm Sea Condition: Sea like a mirror. Beaufort Force: 1 Windspeed Knots: 1 - 3 Description: Light Sea Condition: Air Ripples but without foam crests. Beaufort Force: 2 Windspeed Knots: 4 - 6 Description: Light Breeze Sea...

Answer to What is the most venomous snake of the world and where does it live?

Thu, 29 Jul 2004 05:37:21 -0700

What is the most venomous snake of the world and where does it live?

The Fierce Snake (Oxyuranus microlepidotus) from Australia has, drop for drop, the most poisonous venom of any snake in the world. The first live specimen was not captured until 1975 and not much is known about its habits. The Fierce snake's venom is extremely toxic and a small animal...

Answer to What should you do after being bitten by a venomous snake?

Thu, 29 Jul 2004 05:24:13 -0700

What should you do after being bitten by a venomous snake?

Remain calm and if possible do not exert any energy, as any increase in pulse rate will increase blood flow and thus the spreading of the poison. High temperature is detrimental too as it thins your blood, so get out of the sunshine if you're in it. If you don't know what kind of...

Answer to What is the fastest car in the world?

Fri, 23 Jul 2004 05:42:43 -0700

What is the fastest car in the world?

The fastest production sports car in the world is the amazing AWD Bugatti Veyron, a 16 cylinder 8 litre with quad intercooled turbochargers. It has 1000BHP, 1000Nm of torque, and can do 400km/h.

Answer to Would a normal plane, assuming it were airtight, be able to fly in space?

Fri, 23 Jul 2004 05:28:44 -0700

Would a normal plane, assuming it were airtight, be able to fly in space?

In order to gain propulsion in space, a rocket or controlled explosion system is required. Most planes use either propellers or jet engines, both of which require oxygen to work. And, of course, a propeller wouldn't work in a vacuum, even if the engine could. So no, a plane would not be...

Answer to What is the current depth record for a submarine?

Fri, 23 Jul 2004 04:55:18 -0700

What is the current depth record for a submarine?

The answer for a big, fully crewed submarine is the USS Dolphin (AGSS 555), launched on 17th August 1968. Please see at the bottom for exceptions - small manned submarines. USS Dolphin (AGSS 555), homeported at the Naval Research and Development (NRaD) facility in San Diego, is the...

Answer to What is the biggest submarine type in the world ever built?

Fri, 23 Jul 2004 04:32:30 -0700

What is the biggest submarine type in the world ever built?

The Russian Mk 941-U SSBN (Strategic Submarine Ballistic Nuclear) 'Typhoon', of the 'Shark' (Akula) - class, is the largest submarine in the world. The Typhoon was included in the Guinness Record Book at the beginning of the 1980s. Its total displacement makes up about...

Answer to Who invented the name 'submarine'?

Fri, 23 Jul 2004 04:15:48 -0700

Who invented the name 'submarine'?

Submarine comes from two Latin derivatives - sub (under, below) and marinus (sea) - hence sub-marine: under sea. Can't help with whoever coined the phrase first in contemporary times.

Answer to If nuclear submarines can stay 'under' for months, where do they get the oxygen from?

Fri, 23 Jul 2004 04:07:54 -0700

If nuclear submarines can stay 'under' for months, where do they get the oxygen from?

Nuclear submarines don't need oxygen, as they have electric engines which are powered by the nuclear cell.

Answer to Which Aston Martin models have been used in James Bond movies?

Mon, 01 Mar 2004 06:36:22 -0800

Which Aston Martin models have been used in James Bond movies?

A silver 1963 DB 5 coupe was used in Golfinger (1964) and Thunderball (1965) - Sean Connery. It was the first one off the production line - http://sturtevant.com/reed/aston007.htm A 1969 DBS was used in On Her majesty's Secret Service (1969) - George Lazenby -...