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What were originally used on the space station skylab to detect toxic vapors?
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What are all the inventions or spin-offs from space technology that benefit us today?
I'm not sure about all of the inventions but some of the most useful ones include the smoke detector (originally used to detect toxic vapors), satelite TV dishes (developed to reduce noise interference), various fire proof materials and the development of medical internal imaging and of course velcro. Hope it helps.
Description the 4 zones of a candle flame from outermost to innermost?
non luminous zone: outermost not fully visible complete combustion zoneluminous zone : incomplete combustion zone pale yellow in colordark zone : no combustion dark in color coldest zoneblue zone : bottom zone blue in color carbon monoxide wax vapors
Does the earth have a face?
The Earth does not have a commonly acknowledged face such as is present in the popular notions of the lunar surface visible from Earth, and which is attributed to the phenomenon of pareidolia, or the perceiving faces in things which are really inanimate objects. This man on the Moon's eyes are caused by the darker lunar basins or seas, including Seas of Serenity, Rain, Vapors, and Clouds for the eyes mouth and nose. Earth can be and often is metaphorically said to have a face in common usage of language to describe relative positions of features - for example, the side facing the Sun etc., but these are no more prevalent than the convenient usage for any other object with a notional face.
How does the space shuttle go into space?
The Space Shuttle were massively complex pieces of machinery, utilizing literally thousands of mechanical parts that had to work flawlessly in order for a launch to occur.The Shuttles used 2 primary means of propulsion and boosting to achieve orbit:1. External combined Liquid Hydrogen (LH2) / Liquid Oxygen (LOX) tank (orange/rust colored external tank the Shuttle was mounted on)2. Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB's)The LOX and LH2 fuel in the external tank was used by the Shuttle's main engines; the SRB's used solid rocket fuel, and were reusable once the fuel was expended. The SRB's were used because there isn't enough thrust from the Shuttle's main engines alone to achieve Earth orbit.During the initial launch phase, at T minus 9 minutes into the countdown, a hold was placed on the countdown, and the Shuttle launch sequence was turned over to the Ground Launch Sequencer (GLS) software program at Kennedy Space Center. Upon resuming the countdown, the GLS system was responsible for monitoring critical launch systems for any failure (real or not), or parameters that are outside of established limits, interrupting the launch sequence if any parameter isn't met. At T minus 31 seconds, launch control is switched from the GLS system to the Shuttle's onboard main computers, which is then responsible for detecting any problems and stopping the count if necessary.A few seconds prior to engine ignition, fuel vapor burn-off igniters under the engine nozzles would spark to burn off any hydrogen or oxygen vapors that might have accumulated under the engine nozzles. This was done to prevent explosive damage to the engine nozzles upon engine start, which would occur if there were any vapors present.A few seconds prior to liftoff, the main engines and SRB's are ignited; when they reach full thrust, explosive charges blow the spacecraft's hold-down clamps free, letting the Shuttle loose for ascension.Once the solid rocket fuel in the SRB's is expended, they are blown clear of the Shuttle, and descend to the ocean using parachutes. They are then picked up by special recovery ships, and brought back to KSC for shipment back to be refurbished and refueled.The main engines continue to burn after the SRB's are released until the Shuttle achieves orbital altitude and speed. At that point, the external tank is blown clear, and it descends into the atmosphere, where it eventually burns up over the ocean.
What are the gases in the atmosphere on Venus?
Venus contains the following gases in its atmosphere:Carbon dioxide (96.5%)Water vapour (0.002%)Argon (0.007)Neon (0.0007)Hydrogen (0.0012)Carbon monoxide (0.0017)Nitrogen (3.5%)The percentages are estimations of how much of the gas is in Venus' atmosphere.
What is the method used to detect an odor?
waft the vapors toward your nose
The reason for wafting or fanning a small amount of chemical vapors toward the nose as a means to detect odors in a test tube is?
protect the respiratory tract against potentially harmful vapors.
Name 5 things you use every day that were developed by your for space technology?
5 commonly used items that were originally designed for use in space are such things as:Cordless ToolsPortable and self-contained power tools. Originally developed for astronauts on the Apollo missions to allow them to drill for moon samples. This technology has lead to development of such tools as the cordless vacuum cleaners and power drillsSmoke DetectorsFirst used in the Earth orbiting space station called Skylab. It help detect any toxic vapors. Now in common use in most homes and business.Medical ImagingNASA developed ways to process signals from spacecraft to produce clearer images. This technology also makes it possible to take photo like images of our insides.TV Satellite DishNASA developed ways to correct errors in the signals coming from there spacecraft. This technology is used to reduce interference in TV signals coming from satellites.Digital ThermometerInstead of measuring temperature using a column of mercury, digital thermometers have a lens that detects infrared energy, which we feel as heat. The warmer something is the more infrared energy it puts out. This technology was originally developed to detect the birth of stars.Also GPS was invented
Is there a law about risking or causing a catastrophe while fueling at a gas station?
Yes. Do not smoke or have anything 'lit'. Those vapors (fumes) will ignite.
Does a scent of kerosene in the home necessarily mean there are vapors?
Yes. If you can smell kerosene it means that kerosene vapors are reaching you nose from wherever the liquid kerosene is. It is important to remember, however, that the human nose is a remarkable chemical detector. In some cases it can clearly detect materials that are present at such low amounts that they do not suggest a hazard. In other cases, the nose may not be able to detect a material that is present is significantly hazardous amounts.
When was The Vapors created?
The Vapors was created in 1979.
When did The Vapors end?
The Vapors ended in 1981.
What is the difference between mercurial glides and vapors?
get the vapors
Is superglue safe?
Safe to touch, but not the vapors the vapors are slightly toxic
Are the vapors off of sulfuric acid harmful?
These vapors are extremely corrosive and dangerous.
What are all the inventions or spin-offs from space technology that benefit us today?
I'm not sure about all of the inventions but some of the most useful ones include the smoke detector (originally used to detect toxic vapors), satelite TV dishes (developed to reduce noise interference), various fire proof materials and the development of medical internal imaging and of course velcro. Hope it helps.
What is organic vapor?
Organic vapors are the vapors that are caused by organic compounds and are petroleum based.
