Nerd knowledge: Why Does Certain Music Give You Chills?
Have you ever listened to a song and felt shivers run up your spine or goosebumps on your arms? There is actually a scientific term for this.
Nerd Knowledge: The Science of Astronomy
Astronomy is the study of celestial objects and phenomena throughout our universe. It is one of the oldest scientific disciplines and began with counting stars and naming constellations.
Nerd Knowledge: The Science of Snow
What is snow made of? Is it always white? Why is it always quiet after a snowfall? We’ve got your answers here.
Nerd Knowledge: What is a ventilator and how does it work?
There are different types of ventilators, and which type a doctor utilizes depends on the person’s respiratory condition.
Nerd Knowledge: The science of fabric softeners
As the textile industry boomed in the 20th century and dyeing fabric became more commonplace, there arose a need for fabric softeners.
Nerd Knowledge: How do battery chargers work?
Before we learn what makes a battery charger work, let’s examine how a battery functions. A battery is a self-contained power source that stores chemical energy and converts it into electrical energy; this process is known as electrochemistry. The basic unit of a battery is an electrochemical cell. Typically a cell produces 1.5 volts, therefore…
Nerd Knowledge: Tomorrow’s batteries today
There have been no major advances in battery technology in the last few decades until now. We are on the edge of a battery revolution.
Nerd Knowledge: What is Starlink?
Starlink is a satellite-based internet service that is the brainchild of Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla motors and of SpaceX, a private space flight company.
Nerd Knowledge: Getting the most out of your HDR television
So, you have just purchased that 60-inch flat-panel set. What do you do to get the most out of its features? Here are some tips.