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Hydroelectric energy would not be suitable in areas with low water availability or where there are no suitable water sources like lakes or rivers. Additionally, regions prone to droughts or with unstable water flow may not be ideal for hydroelectric energy generation.

A motion and time study involves observing and analyzing how a task is performed to improve efficiency. For example, timing how long it takes a worker to complete a specific assembly process and then identifying any unnecessary motions or steps that can be eliminated to streamline the task and reduce time.

Metals are typically extracted from ores through processes such as smelting and refining. First, the ore is mined and sorted to extract the metal-bearing materials. Then, it undergoes processing to remove impurities and isolate the desired metal, which can involve heating, chemical reactions, and electrolysis. Finally, the metal is further purified and shaped into its final form for commercial use.

No, SJ cord is only rated for 300 volts and is not suitable for use with 480 volts. It is important to use the correct voltage rated cord for safety and to prevent damage to equipment. Look for cords that are specifically rated for 480 volts.

-Nylon was the first man-made fabric to function as a synthetic substitute for silk. Now, as one of the strongest fabrics available, it is used in clothing, household goods, and other commercial and industrial products.

-Nylon was invented in the E. I. DuPont de Nemous & Company laboratory by the organic chemist, Wallace Carothers. He discovered the structure of natural polymers and used the information as the basis of his formula for synthetic polymers. He patented the fabric in 1935 and the first duPont nylon stockings became available for sale in the United States in 1939. Part of the original motivation for creating nylon was to produce a silk substitute, because of problems with importing Japanese silk into the United States at that time just prior to World War II.

Well, that all depends really. Let me share a real life story with you as I am an Independent IT Consultant.

A Customer of mine owns a sign and graphics shop. He is using a Dell home computer as his main production machine. It takes this machine literally 30-45 minutes or more to RIP the graphics (Generate and process them) to his $200K ish graphics printer that is capable of extremely fast printing. He does not see the benefits of having a machine that would RIP in less than 1 minute, but what he does see is the cost of such a machine.

Now, looking at this scenario, he "saved" about $1,500 on the computer, but over the course of the 3 years he has had it, what has it really cost him? Well if you calculate in that a normal work day is 8 hours and he has been wasting 1-2 hours a day at say a standard rate of $65/hour; you find that it is costing him $65-$130/day X 260 normal working days in a year = $16,900 - $33,800/year.

So you tell me if productivity is the same as Profitability or Cost Reduction. In my opinion, Cost Reduction is the lazy route Accountant's take to show CEO's how they are going to save a company money and make it more profitable, at least for the short term. What the hell, why not just have the electricity, gas, and all other expenses shut off and imagine all of the money the company will save.........

Pressure die casting is the term used when metal is forced under high pressure into a die casting mold or die. The die casting process in USA is "pressure die casting" but referred to simply as "die casting" refer to http://www.kineticdiecasting.com/what-is-die-casting.html

As of 2021, the cost of lanthanum is approximately $750-$800 per kilogram. The price can fluctuate depending on factors such as supply and demand, market conditions, and the purity of the lanthanum being sold.

If there was no wind resistance they would both hit the floor at the same time... however, and since such an atmosphere doesn't exist, (Wind resistance acting on cotton is greater because it has a greater surface area..) so iron will fall faster ... .

Cotton fabrics are commonly used for dyeing because of their ability to absorb dye well and retain color vibrancy. The natural fibers in cotton have a high affinity for dyes, allowing for even and long-lasting color saturation. Additionally, cotton is breathable, comfortable to wear, and readily available, making it a versatile choice for clothing and textile dyeing.

Iron is heavier than lead. The density of iron is around 7.86 g/cm³, while the density of lead is around 11.34 g/cm³, making lead less dense and thus lighter than iron.

No, a pair of scissors is considered a hand tool or a simple mechanical device, not a machine. Machines typically consist of multiple parts that work together to perform a specific task, whereas scissors have two blades that pivot on a central point for cutting.

Plastic lures are typically made of a synthetic material called soft plastic, which is a type of polymer. Soft plastic lures can be molded into various shapes and colors, making them versatile for fishing in different conditions. This material is durable, flexible, and can be scented to attract fish.

Its density would be zero and if released it would float to the top of the atmosphere. On the other hand if you refer to a weight suspended by the band, the tension would reduce and the band would contract.

Larger rubber bands tend to fly farther because they store more elastic potential energy that is released when they are stretched and released. The longer the rubber band is, the more energy it can store and transfer to the object being propelled.

The major industries in Alabama are agriculture (corn, cotton, soybeans, peanuts, livestock, and poultry), mining (iron ore, limestone, coal), hydroelectric power, and steel making.

There is a substantial automotive industry in Alabama:

Toyota has an engine plant in Huntsville,

Hynda has a plant south of Montgomery,

Mercedes Benz has a plant near Tuscaloosa,

International Harvester has a plant in Huntsville,

Honda makes mini vans in the SW part of the state,

and there is another plant in the Talledega area (forget the brand).

Chrysler had a large presence in Huntsville for a long time, beginning with the

space contracts they had, and also their automotive electronics plants.

Chrysler made the first stage of the Saturn I rocket in the 1960's, and

Decatur now has the Delta rocket plant.

The iron nail will only glow red when heated in a Bunsen burner because it reaches a temperature where it emits red light due to incandescence. Steel wool, on the other hand, contains more carbon and other impurities that can ignite when exposed to the higher temperatures of the Bunsen burner, causing it to burn away.

Radiochemical yield is calculated by dividing the radioactivity of the desired product by the total radioactivity introduced at the start of the reaction, and then multiplying by 100 to get a percentage yield. The formula for radiochemical yield is: Radiochemical yield (%) = (radioactivity of desired product / total radioactivity introduced) x 100.

I don't think most curbside recycling will take them, but you should call your city's recycling center to see if they have a scrap metal yard that will take them.

The butt plate on a 1951 Winchester Model 94 was typically made of metal. You may be able to find a replacement butt plate by searching online gun parts retailers, auction sites, or contacting gunsmiths who specialize in vintage firearms.

Cotton requires a large amount of water for production, contributing to water scarcity in some regions. Pesticides and fertilizers used in cotton farming can pollute water sources and harm ecosystems. Additionally, conventional cotton farming practices can degrade soil health and lead to land degradation.

Factors affecting the siting of a meteorological station include topography (to avoid obstructions that may affect readings), proximity to large bodies of water (which influence local weather patterns), distance from urban areas (to minimize the impact of heat islands), and accessibility for maintenance and data collection.

Stainless steel cannot be magnetized in its standard form because it is a non-magnetic material. However, there are some specific types of stainless steel that can be magnetized through processes like work hardening or cold working. These processes can create some magnetic properties in the stainless steel.