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How long does it take for sunlight to reach the earth?

How long does it take for sunlight to reach the earth?

Sunlight takes about 8.3 minutes to reach the Earth from the surface of the Sun. A photon starting at the centre of the sun and changing direction every time it encounters a charged particle would take between 10 000 and 170 000 years to get to the surface.

How many deaths are caused by medical error?

According to a Johns Hopkins research team, 250,000 deaths in the United States are caused by medical error each year. This makes medical error the third-leading cause of deaths in the country.

What continent has the smallest population?

Geography:Australia is smallest, youngest continent, with the lowest population density. It is often said that Australia lies at the edge of the world, divided from other continents by long distances. Australia is located south-east of Asia.

When did the first restaurant open in the world?

The very first restaurant in the world was opened in Paris in 1765. A tavern keeper, Monsieur Boulanger, served a single dish — sheep’s feet simmered in a white sauce.

Do dolphins have hair on their body?

Well, it is true that they are mammals, but dolphins only have hair when they are first born. This hair is found on the top of the rostrum, which is the dolphin’s mouth, and falls out within two weeks. Dolphins do not grow any other hair for the rest of their lives.

How many frames per second are typically projected in modern movies?

Many modern 35 mm film projectors use three-blade shutters to give 72 images per second—each frame is flashed on screen three times. Motion picture film[edit] In the motion picture industry, where traditional film stock is used, the industry standard filming and projection formats are 24 frames per second (fps).

Why does salt speed up the boiling process?

If you look at the heat capacity of salt water, you will find that it is less than pure water. In other words, it takes less energy to raise the temperature of the salt water 1°C than pure water. This means that the salt water heats up faster and eventually gets to its boiling point first.

How did the Los Angeles Clippers get their name?

San Diego team officials didn’t think Braves was a representative nickname for the club. A contest decided on Clippers because the city was known for the great sailing ships that passed through San Diego Bay. When the Clippers moved to Los Angeles in 1984, they kept their nickname.

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