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Distance objects can be seen to "ripple" on a hot day because of refraction. As light from a distance object makes the trip to the observer, it passes through air of slightly varying densities. This causes it to "change course" to a degree, which is refraction. It is this thermally induced refraction that is responsible for the "ripple" we see, and for the mirage we sometimes hear about.
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If hot is an adjective in It was a hot day What is very in It was a VERY hot day?
In this case, very is an adverb.
On a hot dry day light appears to reflect off a layer of water in the distance. what is the name of this phenomenon?
A mirage Light rays are bent to produce a displaced image of distant objects or the sky. Since water reflects a mirror image of the sky or the land around it, light bent while passing through a layer of hot air to produce a displaced image is easily interpreted by a person as a body of water in the distance - especially if they are thirsty and hoping to find water and thus somewhat inclined to see what they want to see.
Why does hot coffee make you cooler on the hot summer day?
It makes you sweat more and cools your blood
What was the weather like on September 12 1999?
It hot because sexy beasts were born hot on this day
Why buffaloes dip themselves in river in hot summer day?
Because they do not have sweat glands present in them hence they take a dip in the river in a hot summer day to cool themselves.
Why does a distant patch of road appear to be wet on a hot summer day?
A distant patch of road can appear wet on a hot summer day due to the heat rising from the heat road surface. It refracts (move, bend, or deflect) the image of the road in a wavy manner creating the illusion of water.
What could be the temperature at cold objects compared to hot objects?
What could be the temperature of hot objects compared to Cold objects?
Does heat travel from cold objects to hot objects?
heat dosent travel from cold objects to hot objects ,it only travels fron hot to cold objects
Why are infrared sensors useful at night?
Infrared is heat and during the day other objects are hot besides bodies
How hot was Tenochtitlan?
it wasn't hot at all. It was equal distant from the equator than a modern Missouri
What can you deduce from stars that are hot but not very bright?
That they are distant or small
Why are infrared sensors more useful at night?
Infrared is heat and during the day other objects are hot besides bodies
Why infrared sensors more useful at night?
Infrared is heat and during the day other objects are hot besides bodies
Which form of energy moves spontaneously from hot objects to cold objects?
Thermal energy moves spontaneously from hot to cold objects.
What is a kraft ripple cup?
Kraft ripple cups are made from kraft paper material. These are used primarily for hot beverages. The kraft material keeps the hands from burning. The ripple wall on the cups provides a firmer grip, therefore, avoiding any potential accidents. More information can be found from Anbao Group at anbaocup.com
How to handle cold objects and hot objects?
To handle cold objects try using a towel, and for the hot objects especially when they are really hot like when you cooked something try using a pot holder or a mug if you're gonna make a coffee, tea, etc
Why it is important to use potholders in holding hot objects?
It is important to use potholders when holding hot objects to prevent burns to the hands.
