Are there any manual transmissions still available? Manual transmissions have been disappearing for some time now: Each year, fewer cars offer a stick shift as an option. There are just over 40 models in the U.S. that are still available with a manual. What are the advantages of a manual transmission? Manual transmissions improve speed […]
What does the F mean in tornado ratings?
What does the F mean in tornado ratings? The Fujita (F) Scale was originally developed by Dr. Tetsuya Theodore Fujita to estimate tornado wind speeds based on damage left behind by a tornado. An Enhanced Fujita (EF) Scale, developed by a forum of nationally renowned meteorologists and wind engineers, makes improvements to the original F […]
What is a WAN Xfinity?
What is a WAN Xfinity? Customize your LAN (local area network) settings, and view your WAN (wide area network) IP address. Does Xfinity use WAN? Have you ever asked, “do I need a modem and router?” To put it simply, the modem connects your home to the Internet, while a router creates the network inside […]
Why do my cats randomly fight?
Why do my cats randomly fight? Why do cats fight? Territory: Cats are territorial animals and they will often fight to defend what they believe is their territory. This is most common with cat fights that happen outside the house, where your cat believes another cat has encroached on their land. Aggression: Some cats can […]
How many calories are in a green tea latte?
How many calories are in a green tea latte? Starbucks Grande Matcha Green Tea Latte Calories There are 240 calories in a Grande Matcha Green Tea Latte from Starbucks. Most of those calories come from carbohydrates (56%). How many calories does a Matcha Latte have? 240 calories There are 240 calories in 1 serving (16 […]
What are some smoking tricks?
What are some smoking tricks? The 7 Best Smoke Tricks and How To Do Them Smoke Rings. Creating smoke rings is the oldest trick in the book. The French Inhale. The French inhale is another staple of cool smoke tricks, and it’s probably a little simpler than pulling off a mean smoke ring. Ghost Inhale. […]
What kind of solder do you use on brass?
What kind of solder do you use on brass? If you have done any electronic soldering you probably used a lead based solder. This is fine for soldering electronic components together but isn’t really strong enough, nor does it give a great bond, to copper and brass. Your best option is to use a silver […]
What are the 4 forces of evolution?
What are the 4 forces of evolution? Today, we recognize that evolution takes place through a combination of mechanisms: mutation, genetic drift, gene flow, and natural selection. These mechanisms are called the “forces of evolution” and together they can account for all the genotypic variation observed in the world today. What are the 4 most […]
How many lumens do military flashlights have?
How many lumens do military flashlights have? As I’ve mentioned at the beginning of this article, a tactical flashlight’s light output falls in the range of 300 to 1000 lumens for the typical handheld varieties. Is 800 lumens good for a flashlight? A tactical flashlight with about 800 lumens has awesome brightness and very respectable […]