The Daily Wondir

Centripetal & Centrifugal

2005-03-18T11:17:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What do centripetal forces and centrifugal forces do?

Swampgrowth answered:
Centripetal force moves us towards the center. Gravitation is an example of centripetal force. Centrifugal force moves us away from the center. The thrust created by a rocket engine is an example of centrifugal force. To take the example one step further, rockets manage to escape the Earth's gravitational pull (centripetal force) by creating a greater counteracting thrust (centrifugal force).

Evolution of dogs

2005-03-17T14:36:00.000-05:00

nklin6 asked:
Did all of the different breeds of dogs start with one dog?

bikesnotbombs answered:
Yes. Evolutionarily, all dogs began as wolves. They evolved somewhat on their own into slightly different breeds based on location and variation, but really began to develop into the breeds we know today when they were domesticated by humans and certain traits became desirable to different people. This is also why many purebreds have health problems; they were bred to have features unnatural to them, and now they are suffering for it.

Mass and weight

2005-03-16T13:00:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the difference between mass and weight?

rock_doc answered:
It might be better to say that mass is the amount of "stuff" inside an object measured in kilograms. While increasing the size of an object can increase its mass, two objects of the same size can have different masses, depending on their density. To understand the difference between weight and mass, think about traveling to different planets. On each new planet, your weight (measured in Newtons) will be different because the gravitational force is different, but your mass will always be the same (provided you don't go to the bathroom or get a haircut).

Roger that

2005-03-14T15:05:00.000-05:00

jjtrebble asked:
Where did "roger that" come from and what does it mean?

Eratimus answered:
ROGER -- "in the meaning of 'Yes, O.K., I understand you -- is voice code for the letter R. It is part of the 'Able, Baker, Charlie' code known and used by all radiophone operators in the services. From the earliest days of wireless communication, the Morse code letter R (dit-dah-dit) has been used to indicate 'O.K. -- understood.' So 'Roger' was the logical voice-phone equivalent." "Morris Dictionary of Word and Phrase Origins" by William and Mary Morris (HarperCollins, New York, 1977, 1988).

Adopting healthy pets

2005-03-11T13:28:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Are pets that you adopt as good and healthy as pets from a pet store? I think it's the right thing to do to adopt, but I don't have a whole lot of money and want to make sure the pet I adopt won't be in and out of the vet.

carolalycat answered:
If you adopt a pet from your local animal shelter the animal should have already been vet checked! No animal shelter adopts out sick or unhealthy pets as a general rule. Of course, there are exceptions, so ask! Just remember, all pets, whether from the shelter or the store, just like children, need regular doctor check-ups, vaccinations, and more. You can give the vaccinations yourself if you are comfortable with the idea (I do and it isn't that difficult). Besides, if you don't have a lot of money (gee, who does) your local animal shelter's adoption fees will cost a lot less than purchasing a pet from a pet store and you will be saving a life to boot!

I can't take the pressure!

2005-03-10T14:23:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Why don't fish get crushed from the pressure deep in the ocean?

Swampgrowth answered:
Because the pressure inside their bodies is about equal to the water pressure outside their bodies. This is precisely the reason why each individual species of fish is limited to a very specific range of depths. Should the fish venture too deep, the pressures of the overhead water will indeed crush him. Should he venture too shallow, his internal body pressure will exceed that of its surroundings and he will (quite literally) explode. I should add that it would be possible for a fish to move into a depth range that is outside his normal sphere. The fish would have to do so very gradually, however, to give his body time to equalize the pressure difference.

Gravity

2005-03-09T14:59:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How is gravity different in space than on earth?

Swampgrowth answered:
The effects of gravity (i.e. your weight) depend upon your proximity to a massive object. As you move away from the Earth, its gravitation affects you less (i.e. your weight decreases). If you were to move close to the Sun or Jupiter, your weight would increase beyond its Earthly value because both objects are more massive than Earth is. In deep space, you will generally weigh very little or nothing because of your distance from massive bodies.

Why are there variations?

2005-03-08T13:36:00.000-05:00

ucheekechi asked:
There is a variation in nature, distribution, and forms of marine sediments all over the world (both vertically and horizontally). What are the various ways climate contributes to the variations and what are the results?

meg answered:
Sea levels rise and fall over geological eons. Earth movements lift areas that were originally under the sea, so marine sediments no longer accumulate. In terms of climate, some areas will be wetter, with more water bringing more sediment into the sea and other areas will be drier, so less sediment is brought down. Also, the type of land through which water travels will affect the type of sediment deposited.

Cache?

2005-03-07T15:01:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is cache?

tjay answered:
Pronounced cash, a special high-speed storage mechanism. It can be either a reserved section of main memory or an independent high-speed storage device. Two types of caching are commonly used in personal computers: memory caching and disk caching. More info here: http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/c/cache.html.

How heavy is your brain?

2005-03-04T13:46:00.000-05:00

qalinle asked:
What is the weight of the human brain?

Anonymous answered:
The human brain will obviously vary between people but it is around 1.5kg (3lbs) (80% of which is water). On average, a woman's brain is 200g (7oz) lighter than a man's; this is due to the fact that men, on average, have bigger heads.

Transferring MP3 files

2005-03-03T18:16:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How do you put songs onto an MP3 player?

scanmike answered:
Are you speaking of a portable or computer-based player? Usually, for portable devices, you plug the device into your computer and copy songs over with the program that came with it. When it comes to computer-based players, you can usually locate MP3 files and drag them over into the player like you drag files to new folders or the recycle bin.

Arthritis & Rheumatism

2005-03-02T14:40:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the difference between arthritis and rheumatism?

NYCeeyorePA answered:
They both cause degeneration in the weight-bearing joints, but rheumatoid arthritis results from the body attacking itself, causing bony deformities. The other arthritis, or osteoarthritis, is due to degeneration of the cartilage and connective tissues, allowing bone on bone, which causes the break down of the joint and pain.

Who's paying?

2005-03-01T12:10:00.000-05:00

Fuad asked:
How is a nation paid for sending and receiving foreign mail?

Swampgrowth answered:
The postal service of each nation is responsible to pay for the delivery of a letter/package to the target nation's frontier (e.g. airport). Secondly, each nation's postal service is responsible to collect letters/packages from all post boxes, post offices, frontier points, etc. Finally, it is also responsible to deliver all letters/packages destined for a point within its borders, regardless of the collection point (which may be a frontier point). In other words, postal services do not get reimbursed by other countries. They must subsidize their responsibilities themselves (i.e. primarily stamp sales).

Geological time scale

2005-02-28T15:04:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the geological time scale?

rock_doc answered:
The geological time scale is a representation of the history of the Earth from the beginning (4.5 billion years ago) to the present. The scale is divided into smaller divisions based on criteria such as major tectonic events. Check out: www.ontariogeoscience.net/keyconceptitems/geologicaltime.html.

Afghanistan Languages

2005-02-25T12:25:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How many languages are spoken in Afghanistan?

hobano answered:
Persian-speakers form the largest group, which is estimated to account for more than 50% of the population. This group is comprised of Tajik (25%), Hazara (20%), and tribes such as the Aimak and others. The second largest group is Pashtuns with 30%, followed by Uzbeks (9%) and Turkmen, and Baloch make up 8%. The remaining 4% is made up of over 30 minor languages, primarily Balochi and Pashai. Bilingualism is common in Afghanistan. A small number of ethnic minorities, primarily Sikhs and Hindus, speak Punjabi (http://www.localcolorart.com/search/encyclopedia/Afghanistan/#Demographics).

Where's the zest?

2005-02-24T15:10:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
I've lost my motivation, rhythm, and zest for life. How do I find it again?

Rosalie answered:
You haven't lost it hon. You've just stopped using it. Get up, get busy. Begin by doing something that you enjoy, like taking a long walk. It's still there; you just have to begin using it again.

"Soap" Operas

2005-02-23T12:46:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Why are soap operas called soap operas?

purple_hat answered:
The term "soap opera" originated from the fact that when these serial dramas were aired on daytime radio, the commercials aired during the shows were largely aimed at housewives. Many of the products sold during these commercials were laundry and cleaning items. This specific type of radio drama came to be associated with these particular commercials, and this gave rise to the term "soap opera" — a melodramatic story that aired commercials for soap products (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soap_opera).

Where do I sit?

2005-02-22T15:33:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the best seating arrangement for three interviewers and a single job applicant?

Shimmer answered:
In a non-confrontational setting. You should all be seated at the same height and type of table. Try using a round table because it is more informal and less like you are interrogating. This is in contrast to a long table, where you are on one side and the applicant is on the other facing all of you.

Heroic Feat

2005-02-18T14:50:00.000-05:00

Today's Daily Wondir isn't a Q&A per se, but rather a wondirful story we felt should be shared with the Wondir community.

Sugardaddy said:
Yesterday, I saw a man dive in front of an oncoming car to save a little boy's life. They both were unharmed and the overwhelming gratitude of the little boy's mom made me realize just how precious life really is. It also makes me realize that my problems really are just minor setbacks. In a strange way I'm grateful that I was there to witness it.

mom2rpn replied:
Thanks for sharing this story with us. WOW, that's amazing. Life is so very precious that we all take it for granted. No amount of money and no big house or how successful you are could ever replace your child and the love you have for that child. You should write this story in your local newspaper for everyone to read and maybe the hero would read it too.

Salem7717 replied:
How enlightening situations like this can be for all of us. It can really bring tears to your eyes at the lengths people will go to to help another, often putting their own life on the line. When I was 12 I also jumped in front of a car to save my three year old sister. I'm not sure why I did it. I just remember seeing my sister in danger. It is so good to know that there are good people out there in a society where every news report includes either unnecessary abuse or murder. I'm glad you posted this on here because it is food for thought for all.

Running on concrete

2005-02-17T15:42:00.000-05:00

annee asked:
Is running on concrete really bad for your joints? If so, what can I do make it better?

Anonymous answered:
It's bad for your joints because there's no give on concrete. If you have to jog on concrete get great shoes with shock absorbance. Otherwise, run on the grass or ground next to the concrete. This is the best solution.

Keeping in touch

2005-02-16T15:38:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
I always dream about family members who have died. Why?

mskleo1897 answered:
It's their way of communicating with you. I hope your dreams are pleasant ones.

The mysterious flame

2005-02-15T16:23:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Why does flame travel upwards?

Mrk answered:
Because it is hot and heats the air. Hot air rises, initiating an upward flow of air, while air comes to the flame from the sides and bottom to replace it. All of the hot gases of the flame are caught in this upward flow of air. So, you have this continuous air flow powered by the flame.

If a tree falls...

2005-02-14T14:39:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
If a tree falls in the forest but there is no one around to hear it will it make a noise?

NobbyMac answered:
This comes down to the definition of noise. The tree falling will definitely cause sound waves to be produced. However, surely there is no noise unless these sound waves are received and interpreted by some auditory apparatus.

Running Hot and Cold

2005-02-11T13:16:00.000-05:00

margiep asked:
I put new stems in a bathtub faucet (the type that have a diverter to the shower). The cold handle works fine but the hot water handle doesn't have as much turn as the cold. Is it not tight enough or too tight? I can't figure it out. Thank you.

rob walling answered:
There could be several problems. Did it have the same problem before? If so, you might have a deeper seat on the hot side. Second, pull out the stem and make sure there is nothing blocking it. Third, make sure you are using the right stem. Fourth, when you pull the stem out grease it well and try loosening the packing nut. Crank it all the way open and work it back and forth until it works properly. Fifth, make sure that the sleeve or the wall plate is not obstructing the movement of the stem. And last, if all else fails take the stem back and get a new one, as it might be defective. Good luck.

That's not what happened...is it?

2005-02-10T16:30:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Why is memory not always accurate?

stella11 answered:
Because everyone perceives situations in a different way. Therefore, even if two people saw the same thing happen at the same time they could remember it differently.

Hail from Heaven

2005-02-09T18:09:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Where does hail come from?

stuntmonkey answered:
Hail is formed by updrafts in cumulonimbus clouds (storm clouds). Water droplets are taken up into the cloud, freeze, and fall to the lower part of the cloud. The frozen droplets melt and are taken back up into the cloud again. The cycle repeats until the droplets are too heavy to be lifted by the updraft. At this point the droplets fall from the cloud as hail.

Now that's Deep

2005-02-08T19:10:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the deepest canyon in the United States?

landbeck answered:
Hell's Canyon in Idaho is 7,900 feet deep.

Save the Hair

2005-02-07T15:56:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
My father saves his hair after he cuts it himself. He thought it would be special for my daughter to get it, so he mailed a baggie full to her. How strange is this?

magiccat answered:
It used to be common for people to save hair from family members and make mementos out of them. Some would be woven into fancy displays and become family heirlooms. Some people carry locks of hair from a loved one in a locket. They become especially meaningful when the person is no longer living.

World's Largest Tsunami

2005-02-04T15:01:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the biggest tsunami ever recorded in the history of the world?

mhardenbrook answered:
The Lituya Bay wave is generally described as the largest tsunami ever recorded in modern times, and has been given the special name of mega-tsunami. It was caused by a massive landslide, triggered by an earthquake of magnitude 8.3. When the wave rushed across the bay it ran up the valley walls to a height of 576 m at its maximum (1720 ft) and over 100 m for the rest of the bay area.

Hold that Grudge

2005-02-03T14:40:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Do cats hold grudges after you have vetrinary care for them?

Joni38 answered:
Yes. My male cat (now he is neutered) still hates me after being fixed 2 years ago. He has a favorite pink blanket and I put it in the cat carrier to trick him into going in, then hauled him off to the vet where he had his little ****s removed. This has been about 2 years ago and while he loves my daughter he does not feel the same for me anymore. He never jumps in my lap and rarely purrs for me. I am nice to him all the time but he hasn't forgiven me yet lol.!

Adopting a Plan for Adopting a Pet

2005-02-03T01:01:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Is it better to adopt by way of the classifieds, a shelter, the Humane Society or through online sites?

LivingWithGrace answered:
Ok there are positives and negatives to adopting dogs or cats in each of the ways you mentioned. That being said, no matter which option you choose to use, be sure to get as much information (health issues, aggression issues, etc. etc) about any animal you decide to adopt. Do your research on whatever breed of dog or cat you decide to adopt online so that you know what type of temperment, health issues, grooming needs, etc. etc. are associated with that breed. And if it is a mixed breed research both breeds. If you want a pure bred dog do a search for Rescue Organizations for that particular breed. There are thousands of adoptable pets out there that need a forever home, but you need to be sure that you get the right type of dog or cat that fits your lifestyle! Good Luck! LIvewithGrace!

Cool Inventor

2005-01-31T20:10:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Who invented the air conditioning?

Anonymous answered:
Willis Haviland Carrier go to this site to read on it

Burned Out

2005-01-28T16:22:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
I need help determining where I might go for some much needed sunshine, where the pools are open for use, and possibly on a beach. I live in NY (on Long Island) and would be interested in any destination within the U.S. that might fit the above criteria. I am burned out and would like to travel in February. Help.

WGuest3882536 answered:
Go to West Palm Beach Florida. It is beautiful, the motels are 25 dollars a night. They're nice and on top of that it's sunny all the time and there is a nice beach and water parks there.

Decorating the Elephant

2005-01-27T16:52:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Suggestions on how to decorate a 9 foot long wall so there is not too much or too little as you look at it.

seeyes22 answered:
Use a collection of pictures that relate somewhat to each other..all sizes..or same with mirrors. I have a friend with such a wall and she framed pieces of colored paper and arranged them, all with black frames. It sounds awful, but no, it’s spectacular. When a wall is a white elephant, then you actually want to draw attention to it by making it a focal point. Either a large piece of furniture or something stimulating to the mind to look at. Color is good but not enough alone, you must balance that wall with furniture, art, something. Just experiment. Good luck!

Are You Gellin'?

2005-01-26T16:07:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Making hair gel at home - how do I do it?

InsectQueen answered:
1/2 to 1 teaspoon un-flavored gelatin 1 cup warm water. Dissolve gelatin in 1 cup warm water. Keep refrigerated and use as you would a purchased gel.

Relax...

2005-01-25T14:56:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
This girl I'm seeing is very shy and tense, how can I make her relax?

Bored5419741 answered:
If you just met this girl, then she's probably only shy because she doesn't know you very well. With her friends, she is probably not as shy. You can hang out with her AND her friends to see if she relaxes, or talk to her friends to see what they think. Either that, or be very sweet to her, and don't rush things... That's really all the advice I can think of right now...

Pet Commitment

2005-01-24T21:20:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
When you adopt a pet, you have to sign something saying you won't bring it back, right?

purple sparklies answered:
At my animal shelter, I had to sign something saying that I wouldn't return the animal, and that I wouldn't give the animal away to other people. I also had to sign something saying that I would welcome visits from people at the animal shelter to see how the pet adapted. They have never shown up, but they take your commitment very seriously!

Who You Are

2005-01-21T21:13:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Hi, I want to impress a guy. What should I do?

Bored5358646 answered:
Just be yourself; if he doesn't like you for who you are, then he's not worth it! After all, you wouldn't want to date someone who didn't like you as yourself, because then you wouldn't be able to have a happy relationship with him!

Same Old, Same Old

2005-01-20T21:10:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How do I make my life unpredictable? I mean, the same old thing happens everyday and I'm sick of it! Please help.

JenaKoo2 answered:
Join a club or take a lesson in music, dance. Try to broaden your sense of creativity, then you can have something new to look forward to every other day and you can take the skills you learn with you through life, and maybe even start something more challenging!

Brace Yourself!

2005-01-19T23:20:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the most frequently broken bone in the human body?

WGuest5315375 answered:
Believe it or not its your clavicle ( or your as known collar bone). Why is this bone broken more often than any other? There is a pretty interesting answer. When people fall, they instinctively try to hold out their arms to brace themselves with their hands. This is important, because if the fall wasn't broken with outstretched hands, the body would smash against the ground, and possibly damage vital internal organs.

Flaunt It!

2005-01-18T19:01:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the perfect body one that is curvy or one that is flat and toned?

Bored5297740 answered:
I think the perfect body is one that is just right not too curvy and not to skinny! That's just me because I have a in between body and I get compliments every day! Just love what you already got and flaunt it! Trust me it works!

Happy Hour Anyone?

2005-01-17T17:14:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How long does it take for alcohol to leave the human body?

howcleverami answered:
Approximately 1 hour per drink, thus if you have 6 drinks in 1 hour, the alcohol content in your body will be that of 5 drinks...an added note: Food does not stop intoxication, it only slows down the process and it will not change your blood alcohol levels, only time will do that...

Break the Bubble

2005-01-14T18:07:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
I have the option of graduating from high school this year, one year early, but I am afraid that if I do and go off to college, my only friend in the whole world will think I am abandoning her, and I will never see her again. Is giving up your friends what it is to grow up?

Bored5213819 answered:
If you have that option it is a great thing....but, only do it if you feel pulled to do it. It's scary getting outside of our bubble, but if it is going to better your future, I say go for it. You can always stay friends, but you never know what kind of other people you're going to meet.

Adore Your Pet

2005-01-13T18:45:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How can you tell if the pet you’re adopting has been abused? Are there are any signs?

jacquie1 answered:
There are several signs you can look out for: a dog may cower as you approach it or with loud noises, it maybe thin and the condition of its coat can also give you a sign it was not cared for properly. But the main sign is if the dog is nervous. But don’t let that put you off, once they learn you are not going to hurt them they soon come out of their shell and they will forever be faithful and adore you.

Great Smelling Stuff

2005-01-12T22:58:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How can I make really good smelling perfume and what products would I need? (home stuff)

Bored5137168 answered:
What you can do is get some of your favorite smelling lotion and mix it together in a bottle and then add water, mix it, let it sit in the fridge for 24 hours and then presto! You have great smelling perfume.

Know Your Roots

2005-01-11T16:27:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Tree roots causing my sewer to back up. How do I get rid of them?

scanmike answered:
There is some poison which will kill the tree roots back out of the lines.... it is called Copper Sulfate available at most hardware stores and plumbing locations. Then you need to run a snake or other type roto rooter device through the pipes a while after, that to break the dead roots up.

Volumize-it!

2005-01-10T21:30:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
My hair is very thin. How can I get my hair to become full or grow more or something?

Bored5060672 answered:
Buy a volumizing shampoo. Also a good cut can do the trick...tell your hair stylist that you need an angled look to make your hair look fuller.

Back To School

2005-01-07T19:23:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
I want to go back to school. What makes more sense - a masters degree or a second bachelors?

MAYAMEICHELLE answered:
I would get a masters it allows you to make more money in whatever field you have a bachelors in.

Fuel Freeze

2005-01-06T20:57:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What do I do once my fuel lines are frozen?

mitehelp answered:
Put fuel line anti-freeze in tank, then heat lines with heat gun or hair dryer.

Time for a Trim

2005-01-05T18:25:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
If a dog has severely matted hair can it cause poor circulation?

Violet_B answered:
If I were you I would take it to a vet, or well know pet store for them to check if it is bad enough to need shaving. It may just need trimming or un-matting with specially made blades.

Should I stay or should I go?

2005-01-04T17:00:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Should I stay single and live each day as if it where the last, or stay with my first love and ultimately be domesticated and held back?

RAINYDAYZ3 answered:
Why don't you try to combine the two, stay with your first love and both of you live each day as if it was your last.

Kitchen Kost?

2005-01-03T16:52:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Cost of renovating a kitchen?

bleep answered:
It depends a lot on what you want to do. If you are completely gutting the room and replacing all the cupboards and appliances then the cost will be quite high. Also factor in the cost for someone to do the work, that can easily add 50% to the price if you're not prepared to do the work yourself.

Permanently Damaged

2004-12-30T17:02:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What kind of treatment can I use to treat my perm damaged hair?

sunsational answered:
I had a similar problem. This is what I was told to do by the hair dresser: do a conditioner mask. Mix all types deep conditioners together, just rub in your hair then get a shower cap. Keep all of the hair in the cap. Just take hair dryer and blow dry the cap for about 10-15 min, then sleep in the cap. Wash in the morning and it really did help. I did a few more times and my hair had life again.

Dogs vs. Cats

2004-12-29T23:29:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What are the best pets to adopt: cats, dogs, other?

jacquie1 answered:
That depends on your personal preference and lifestyle. Dogs are loving and great companions and are probably more interesting than a cat but they need to have someone home with them for company. They need long walks and alot of time and attention. With cats, they are loving but very independent. They will come up to be stroked now and then, need feeding, but they like to get on with things alone. They like to roam free outside and are less of a commitment.

Deep Thoughts

2004-12-28T22:41:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
If practice makes perfect, and if no one's perfect, then why practice if no one's perfect?

Bored4465663 answered:
Good question. I guess because striving for something in life is easier than always asking why some things are just the way they are, just because that's just how it is and maybe practice doesn't make perfect, but it does help with understanding it all.

What's that smell?

2004-12-27T21:21:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
I changed the kitchen water tap and now I have a funny smell coming up from the drain. How can I fix this?

spdavid answered:
Try pouring undiluted bleach or a water and baking soda mix down the drain and letting it set overnight.

Diet Right

2004-12-23T17:19:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
I am trying to lose about 30 lbs. What is the best diet and exercise schedule?

Bored4129957 answered:
Don't eat: Junk food. This includes Fast Food, packaged food with preservatives, and pretty much anything with a high fat content and a high processed carbohydrate content. Also cut back on use of salt. Do eat: Whole grains, and lots of fiber. Fruits and vegetables, and lots of protein. Eggs and reduced fat milk are good too. Most importantly; exercise. Start small, but work towards a combination of aerobic (running, swimming, biking) and anaerobic (sprinting, weightlifting) exercises. You need both.

Just Like New

2004-12-22T20:43:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How can I clean my clear glass shower door? I have tried white vinegar and even a razor blade! It still doesn't look like new.

godforhire answered:
The thing I use myself is copper polish. Just pour some on a tissue or a piece of cloth and make circular motions (apply some pressure). Mine is a Dutch product and doesn't scratch the surface. In about half an hour it looked brand new.

Give it back!

2004-12-21T14:56:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
When you receive a Christmas gift should you give a gift back?

Rebal55 answered:
Yes it's polite. People do expect it. Sometimes they don't but most of the time they think if they give you something, you are going to give back. Even if they don't, you should.

Close Shave

2004-12-20T21:00:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Who can shave 27 times a day and still have a beard?

apost answered:
A barber.

Good as renew?

2004-12-17T20:09:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
My passport had expired about ten years ago. Must I now apply for a new one or can I still renew it as I will be traveling out of the country next year?

bleep answered:
You need to apply for a new one, but referring to the number of your previous one on the application should make things go more quickly. You need to get a new one every 10 years in the countries I have lived in, but you're allowed to let them lapse if you're not going to travel.

Faster than a speeding...Santa?

2004-12-16T17:52:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How does Santa cope with security alarms?

AnswerBus4000361 answered:
I don't think many people have their chimney alarmed, and seeing as he moves faster than the speed of light, sensors don't pick him up.

A little off the top, please.

2004-12-15T21:05:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the hair style called that new military recruits receive?

Bored3979625 answered:
A buzz or crew cut.

You just know...

2004-12-14T16:08:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How do you know when it's Love and not Lust?

sage12 answered:
When you can forgive their mistakes, when you can look past their inadequacies, feel the pain inside by looking at their eyes, feel the joy at a glance and communicate silently. You know it's love and not lust.

Itchy, Scratchy

2004-12-13T16:38:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How to treat poison ivy?

WGuest3883043 answered:
Oatmeal paste. Mix some plain oatmeal with a little water. It should be as thick as paste.

Computer Blues

2004-12-10T21:04:00.001-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What should I look for when buying a computer?

WGuest3777764 answered:
If you are looking for something fast, consider 512 K of memory, 2.5 ghz processor or higher, a decent video card and plenty of space on your hard drive (80 gigs or so). Dell has good deals, Toshiba and IBM are also good.

Bing, You're Right!

2004-12-09T21:33:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the biggest selling Christmas music single of all time (artist and title)?

MusicMentor answered:
White Christmas by Bing Crosby.

Music To My Ears

2004-12-08T18:54:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How do I get the high notes?

roboutwest answered:
Well if your a female it's not that hard to do-if your a young man it is still sometimes easy, but as you grow older and you are a man, those high notes are very hard to hit. All you can do is practice your scales. See if there is any free or inexpensive vocal classes in your area or maybe join a choir or school singing group. Basically the more you exercise those vocal chords the stronger they get. Just don't practice late at night or in the shower! You'll lose friends fast! Kidding- good luck.

Don't Get Doomed

2004-12-07T16:47:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
I am looking at buying a cafe. What questions should I be asking the seller?

bleep answered:
Who are your customers? Why are you selling? What are the busy times of day? What are the things that make this neighborhood unique? Who is the competition? And have your accountant look over their books to see if it's doomed from the start.

Freeze!

2004-12-06T16:41:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How to remove gum from clothes?

Swampgrowth answered:
Put the item in the freezer for an hour. You will then be able to chip the frozen gum off with a blunt knife.

Dad Knows Best

2004-12-03T19:41:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
If I jump up in the air because of the Earth's movement, will I land in a slightly different spot? My dad says yes, I say no; could you determine the answer and what laws are at work? Thanks.

BondHunter answered:
The laws of physics and motion makes Dad right. Though the difference would only be a zillionth of a inch it would still be a slightly different spot.

Is that a Texas chainsaw?

2004-12-02T21:38:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Why does my computer sound like a chainsaw?

WGuest3455055 answered:
Could be your vent fan is dusty and old. I had a computer that got alot louder with age, and it was the fan being coated with dust. Computer still worked for a long time afterwards, though.

Home Improvement

2004-12-01T19:49:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the best way to seal off pipe-work? We plan to remove a washbasin.

MK17 answered:
The correct procedure would be to cut the pipes under the floor boards and then solder a "Blank" fitting or use a "blank" compression fitting. If, in the future you may re-install something in it's place, then a good idea would be to use a valve to stop the water...this would then make re-installing any item in it's place very easy because the water supply would not need isolating.

Mind Your Manners

2004-11-30T16:03:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Advice on traveling to Egypt?

squishytomato answered:
Dress appropriately. Long sleeves, no shorts or short skirts. It's a conservative Muslim country so you need to conform to those customs. Read up on the currency so you don't get taken for a ride, also learn the Arabic words for please and thank you, etc. A little effort goes a long way with the locals.

Mind, body and ...

2004-11-29T19:38:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Can meditation help to improve physical body?

shoes answered:
I believe it does. Meditation is nothing more than deeply relaxing your mind and body in order to relieve stress. It is well documented that stress can cause many physical ailments, including cancer and heart disease.

Jiggle a bit

2004-11-24T22:51:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Why does my cheesecake split on top after taking from oven?

bleep answered:
You cooked it too long or too hot. If you put a flat pan on top of the cheesecake pan during cooling, it will slow the cooling process and make cracking less likely. Be sure that the middle half or third is still jiggley when you take it out to reduce risk!

You're Fired!

2004-11-23T20:58:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Do you admit it if you have been fired?

friendly answered:
I have heard yes, it is always good policy to be honest however lean on the positive side describing what you have learned from the experience. However it is good not to think you are required to give all the information without it being requested. There is an agenda behind the question such as are you trustworthy. The truth will be brought out in the open anyway!

What's Your Limit?

2004-11-22T17:04:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
My son is 25 and trying to get his first credit card. He's getting rejected, since he has not credit history. What should he do to establish credit?

howcleverami answered:
Have him apply for a gasoline card or a department store card, then use it occasionally and on time and not to pay it off all at once. Paying it off in full every month doesn't do much to establish credit worthiness, if all else fails apply for a secure card (it's actually a savings account) that you make deposits into and they give you a card with a limit up to the amount in the account.

Is it hot in here?

2004-11-18T22:08:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the best seating arrangement for three interviewers and a single job applicant?

PaisleyMom319 answered:
I'd say the best arrangement to relax the interviewee would be to have four chairs in a circle. The best arrangement to make the person as nervous as possible would be three chairs on one side of a table, and them sitting on the other.

Bad Manners?

2004-11-17T21:08:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How do I control my horse with bad stable manners?

WGuest1788744 answered:
Depending on what its doing, I would recommend that you hang a dangling suede/turnip in order to stop it chewing/weaving etc. If it weaves hang it to the side of the box's half door. It may be bored. However, if its bolshy when you enter the box, perhaps tie him up firmly and talk to him calmly; building up your time in the box each day.

And in this corner...

2004-11-16T22:22:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What movie won the Oscar in 1979?

TheWalrus answered:
Kramer vs. Kramer.

Magic Hat

2004-11-15T20:40:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What brought Frosty the Snow Man to life?

BAD BOY 101 answered:
There must have been some magic in that old black hat they found, cause when they placed it on his head, he began to dance around.

Challenging the Channel

2004-11-12T22:36:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How many lengths of a swimming pool would you need to swim the English channel?

WGuest2676747 answered:
There are 72 (rounded) laps (1760 yards) to a mile in a 50 yard pool. The English channel is 21 miles. So you would need to do 739 laps.

Spot of Tea

2004-11-11T14:40:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What are the benefits of green tea vs. black tea?

AnswerBus2505091 answered:
They claim there are more anti-oxidants in green tea and even more in white tea. However, black tea also has a good amount of them. They fight free radicals which cause cancer and other health problems.

Hemo-who?

2004-11-10T17:16:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Which part of the blood transports oxygen?

RateMyTeachers2615613 answered:
A complex protein called Hemoglobin, contained in Erythrocytes [i.e., Red Blood Cells], transports oxygen.

Big Feet

2004-11-09T22:25:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How many square feet are there per acre?

mara answered:
1 acre = 43,560 square feet.

Healthy Locks

2004-11-08T21:19:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How can you have good healthy hair?

steff092983 answered:
Use a good shampoo/conditioner designed for your hair type, when brushing start at the end and work your way to the root, get trimmed regularly (helps hair to look healthy), do not using styling products at the highest setting, and don't always where your pony tail in the same spot.

Wild, Wild West

2004-11-05T19:49:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What city is also known as "The Gateway to the West"?

WGuest2463863 answered:
St. Louis, MO.

Food for Thought

2004-11-04T22:23:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Who invented the sandwich?

caterina answered:
The Earl of Sandwich - I'm pretty sure it was to do with some card game or something that it was hard to eat a meal when playing it, so the meat was put in between bread to make it easier to eat at the same time? I could be completely wrong.

Who's on First?

2004-11-03T22:06:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
What exactly is the infield fly rule?

WGuest2155520 answered:
I just learned this a few weeks ago after wondering about it for a long time: Say there is a runner on 1st base, and the batter pops up the ball. The runner who's on 1st base would stay close to 1st base, so the player who caught the ball couldn't throw him out. Now suppose the player who wanted to catch the ball, let it drop once, and then picked up the ball again and threw it to 2nd base then to 1st base for a double play.....I think the infield fly rule protects this un-sportsmanlike behavior!

Spill the Beans

2004-11-02T20:26:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
Why do we say "Let the cat out of the bag"?

TinaJ answered:
Apparently, years ago, people would sell piglets at market, but then substitute them for cats. Letting the cat out of the bag came to mean, discovering the truth.

Past Tense President?

2004-11-01T18:58:00.000-05:00

Anonymous asked:
How long was George Bush in office?

curiouser answered:
It's a little early to use the past tense of the verb. Wait another day at least.

Are we there yet?

2004-10-29T22:34:00.000-04:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the length of a marathon race?

BondHunter answered:
Although marathon sometimes refers to any athletic event requiring great endurance, more specifically it refers to a long-distance track event of 42,195 m (26 miles and 385 yards).

Zip Quick

2004-10-28T22:24:00.000-04:00

Anonymous asked:
Which animal is fastest animal in the world?

jeffsonofdandy answered:
The fastest animal under its own power is a cheetah. The fastest may well be a pampered pet on an aircraft journey...

Hey, Up Here!

2004-10-27T18:16:00.000-04:00

Anonymous asked:
What were squints used for in a castle?

landbeck answered:
They are peepholes that allow occupants of higher rooms to see what is going on below them.

Knock Knock

2004-10-26T18:20:00.000-04:00

Anonymous asked:
When is a door not a door?

InsectQueen answered:
When it is ajar.

Splish Splash

2004-10-25T16:13:00.000-04:00

Anonymous asked:
What is the best way to clean vertical blinds?

tootsiesmom answered:
I do mine in the bathtub. Run some water in the tub w/ some soap. Dunk the blinds in and swish the water some, you may even have to use a scrub brush or a scrub pad to get at the stubborn dirt. Drain water and rinse out good. Upend them in a large scrub bucket and hang outside to dry. Make sure that the slats are spread apart when you hang them.

The Personal Touch

2004-10-22T11:36:00.000-04:00

Anonymous asked:
Is Wondir better than Google?

meg answered:
It's totally different, you can't compare the two. Google is a search engine; it gives you references to search terms you enter. Wondir has live people answering questions for you from their own knowledge or even looking up Google for you. This means you get a personal reply (maybe too personal sometimes LOL) which focuses on your needs.

Bird on a Wire

2004-10-21T21:34:00.000-04:00

Anonymous asked:
Why do birds sit on the power lines?

Dee DEE answered:
Motive for sitting on wires is less obvious. The wires are a suitable size to allow birds to perch and rest comfortably. When a bird sits on a perch that is the appropriate diameter, (its) feet can wrap around well. As (its) legs bend, a tendon pulls on the toes and tightens the grip . . . on the wire. This means that birds can hold on tight, even when they are sleeping.

Cold Territory

2004-10-20T16:09:00.000-04:00

Anonymous asked:

What are the two Canadian Provinces that border the state of Alaska?

syslib answered:

British Columbia and the Yukon Territory.