Which map is the most common and used for navigation? One of the most famous map projections is the Mercator, created by a Flemish cartographer and geographer, Geradus Mercator in 1569. It became the standard map projection for nautical purposes because of its ability to represent lines of constant true direction. How do you find […]

Why do I get anxiety when sitting down? Low energy activities that involve sitting down are associated with an increased risk of anxiety, according to research published in the open access journal BMC Public Health. These activities, which include watching TV, working at a computer or playing electronic games, are called sedentary behavior. Does sitting […]

What are 7 types of propaganda? Alfred M. Lee and Elizabeth B. Lee classified the propaganda devices into seven major categories: (i) name-calling (ii) Glittering generalities, (iii) transfer, (iv) testimonial, (v) Plain-folk, (vi) Card-stacking and (vii) Bandwagon. Each of these devices makes an appeal to feelings rather than to reason. What are real world examples […]

Under what condition are two vectors perpendicular to each other? Answer: Two vectors are perpendicular if the angle between them is π2π2, i.e., if the dot product is 00. What does it mean when two vectors are perpendicular? orthogonal Two vectors are orthogonal if they are perpendicular, i.e., they form a right angle. This relationship […]

Is Avatar: The Last Airbender a good show? Good shows need great stories, and “Avatar: The Last Airbender” is a perfect example of the power of great storytelling. The show is a masterclass in storytelling, worldbuilding, and character development. Though it premiered on a children’s television network, the show tells a story about adult themes. […]

Why is Netflix blocked in Indonesia? Netflix was only allowed to resume services in mid-2020, after being banned in Indonesia for four years. Shortly after its launch in 2016, the streaming platform was blocked by service providers Telkomsel, IndiHome and Wifi.id for allegedly having content that was deemed inappropriately violent or sexual. Why does IndiHome […]

What is an interactive fiction game? Interactive fiction, often abbreviated IF, is software simulating environments in which players use text commands to control characters and influence the environment. Where can I play interactive fiction? Here are the best interactive fiction games you can play online right now….Interactive Fiction Game Resources Infocom Games. Playfic. Text Adventures. […]

How is the cornea clear? Of all the tissues in the body, the cornea has the unusual capacity to function without blood vessels. The lack of blood vessels keeps the eye clear for vision. (Cartilage is the only other type of tissue to lack blood vessels.) Why are the cornea and lens transparent? The cornea […]

Why is BEPS a problem? Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) is a global problem which refers to corporations who use tax avoidance strategies to exploit gaps in tax rules. These companies artificially shift profits to low or tax-exempt locations which will result in little or no corporate tax having to be paid. How is […]

Does Peru have any enemies? They had been at war twice in the last century, but today they’ve found a common enemy: the governments of Peru and Ecuador have singled out their own citizens who resist extractive industry expansion. Is Peru in a war? The internal conflict in Peru is an ongoing armed conflict between […]

Why did Manisha Koirala stop acting? Manisha Koirala, one of India’s most celebrated actors, was stunned when she was diagnosed with stage IV ovarian cancer in 2012. She opted to travel halfway around the world for treatment at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Manisha Koirala was treated for advanced ovarian cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering in 2012 […]