Billy Bell Why are my fir trees turning purple? The appearance of purple spruce needles usually indicates a drying out of the root. If the damage appears during winter or early spring, it is likely the result of a winter injury. All fir trees, especially those growing in or near lawns, need water during the dry fall … Read more
Why does the nucleus of an atom contain the most mass? The nucleus contains the majority of the mass of an atom because protons and neutrons are much heavier than electrons, while electrons occupy nearly all of the volume of an atom. For example, a carbon atom weighs less than 2 x 10-23 g, while … Read more
What kills gray mold? Treat salvageable plants with fungicides Salvageable plants can be treated with a fungicide. Gray mold is not difficult to eradicate. It’s just hard to manage the sheer number of germs and the amount of disease that can be present. Keep in mind that there are only a few fungicides that farmers … Read more
What are 5 interesting facts about the tsunami? Fact 1: An underwater earthquake, volcanic eruption, or landslide often causes tsunamis. Fact 2: In very few cases, a tsunami is caused by a giant meteorite in the ocean. Fact 3: Tsunamis can reach 100 feet in height. Fact 4: About 80% of tsunamis occur in the … Read more
What does overproduction mean in science? Overproduction by definition, in biology, means that each generation has more offspring than the environment can support. For this reason, competition for limited resources occurs. Individuals have traits that are passed down to offspring. What is an example of increased production? Overproduction is of particular concern as it tends … Read more
