Category: Advice

What is the gap setting on an Autolite? Autolite doesn’t recommend adjusting the plug gap more than . 008″ in either direction. Beyond that slight adjustment, the ground electrode and center electrode won’t align properly, hindering spark plug performance and drastically reducing plug life. Do Autolite plugs need to be gapped? Autolite® and all spark […]

What is the molecular structure of diamonds? In a diamond, the carbon atoms are arranged tetrahedrally. Each carbon atom is attached to four other carbon atoms 1.544 x 10-10 meter away with a C-C-C bond angle of 109.5 degrees. It is a strong, rigid three-dimensional structure that results in an infinite network of atoms. Is […]

What are the significance of spicules? Spicules provide structural support for maintaining the vertical body position, minimize the metabolic cost of water exchange, and may even deter predators. How are spicules used in taxonomy? Most sponges produce skeletons formed by spicules, structural elements that develop in a wide variety of sizes and tridimensional shapes. The […]

What alcohol is in Angostura bitters? 44.7% Angostura bitters are extremely concentrated and may be an acquired taste; though 44.7% alcohol by volume, bitters are not normally ingested undiluted, but instead are used in small amounts as flavouring. Is Angostura bitters an alcohol? Are Bitters Alcoholic? Yes, Cocktail bitters like Angostura generally have 35–45% alcohol. […]

What is the mechanism of action of vemurafenib? Vemurafenib is the first molecularly targeted therapy to be licensed in the US and Europe for treatment of advanced melanoma. Its mechanism of action involves selective inhibition of the mutated BRAF V600E kinase that leads to reduced signalling through the aberrant mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway. How […]

Is a used Airstream a good investment? If you shop for a used or even vintage Airstream, they are still very valuable. And, they are still priced higher than comparable trailers. Even gutted shells are quite expensive, and the parts market is strong as well. Do Airstreams have good resale value? An interesting thing about […]

Is the Cleveland Marathon Hilly? While the course is mostly flat and steady, it does feature a few hills here and there, most notably at the 6th mile and the last two miles. Those running the half-marathon split off from their 26.2-mile counterparts after a long “home stretch” straightaway along the Cleveland Memorial Shoreway and […]

What is the purpose of unit readiness planning? Purpose: The purpose of the Unit Readiness Planning Course (URPC) is to train Marine Corps personnel involved in the Unit Readiness Planning (URP) process allowing them to effectively and efficiently plan, execute, manage, coordinate, assess, and report unit training in accordance with Marine Corps doctrine, orders. Which […]

How many techniques does judo have? There are 100 judo techniques that makes up the Kodokan List of Judo Techniques, 68 of those are Nage-waza (judo throws) and 32 are Katame-waza (groundwork). Which techniques are banned in judo? List of Judo Forbidden Techniques Ashi Garami – Entangled Leg Lock. Do Jime – Trunk Strangle, Trunk […]

What is the main role of carbohydrates in the diet of an animal? Carbohydrates are energy-providing feed components composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. They should make up about 75 percent of an animal’s diet. The energy they pro- vide powers muscular movements. Carbohydrates also produce the body heat that helps keep the animal warm. […]