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Up for a Challenge? (Physics Question)
Asked by E.D. from Seattle
on March 10, 2012
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I'm trying to understand what matter and energy actually are. I'm watching a documentary and one of the concepts touched on, is how matter can convert to energy and v...
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- My husband sounds: Matter and Energy are interchangeable....that is to say they are different phases of the same thing. So matter IS energy. Converting matter into ...
- Think of matter like your children: Full of potential. :-) Then something happens, a little push, a spark of inspiration, and that potential translates into some amazi...
- I look at it like the matter is the noun and energy is the verb. Energy acts within the matter. No? Matter is everything, except for energy, and some other thin...
WiFi Safe for Kids?
Asked by A.B. from Naples
on July 26, 2011
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When I was pregnant I asked hubby to turn the wifi off and go old fashioned "wired" for our internet service. I feel it is just safer...I don't trust the government an...
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- i think wireless is safer then wired because kids cant trip or get caught in the wire so turn the wireless back on
- Turn on the WiFi!!!!! There are things to worry about, and then there's WiFi...
- If you check for other networks in your home, street, everywhere, I guarantee there are several you could pick up right now, even if they are password protected you ca...
3 Year Old See "Dots" When He Closes His Eyes
Asked by B.S. from Houston
on January 8, 2011
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My 38 month old son says that he sees dots when he closes his eyes to go to sleep. Has anyone dealt with this before? Does anyone have any ideas on what this could be?...
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- Sounds normal... I know I see them on the back of mine. Also your son might be looking too long in light bulbs or other light sources; it will burn temporary spots int...
- I used to see dots when I was a kid. I don't think it's anything, as long as it's not scaring him. (Long story as to why they scared me.)
- you mean the show on the back of your eyelids ;) !! when my son cant sleep i tell him to focus on the show on the back of his eyelids and tell me what he sees. pretty...
Stanford Binet Test Results
Asked by L.P. from New York
on December 6, 2008
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My 4 year old scored a 130 on the Stanford Binet...Does anyone know what the ranges are? Is a 130 normal?
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- 130 is highly intelligent. My son scored a 134 when he was tested in 1st grade. What does it mean? Nothing really. He didn't start splitting atoms or inventing new pow...
- Hi L., I have been told by a child psychologist that I.Q. tests should not be administered before the age of 5 (at the earliest) and that the results will be unreli...
- Hi L.! I have been a school psychologist for about 9 years now. A 130 on a SB intelligence test would be considered Above Average. I would however not rely too heav...
Horrible Bosses
Asked by N.N. from Detroit
on October 18, 2011
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We watched the movie this weekend and it was Hilarious! Have you ever had a horrible boss?
Mine was in my early 20's, I worked at an art gallery and he was a smooch...
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- I was in a 'bad command' at one point for a bit in the military. Soooo! Much! Fun! :P 2 guys in particular; I check the death register from time to time to see if anyo...
- These stories are really funny! LOL I had a boss who would take a bite of your sandwich if you walked up front to help a customer. He also asked me once to get a mo...
- College summer job. Packing fixtures. Foremans name: Blanche. Foreman's hairdo: Beehive. Foreman's signature scent? Aqua Net. 'Nuff said.
Juice vs Water
Asked by J.S. from Austin
on March 16, 2011
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I know this question has come up a few times but I have a slightly different question. My SO insists that there is just as much water in an 8 oz glass of orange juice ...
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- I agree with Ellis and Stacey. Even fresh-squeezed OJ has natural sugars in it, which can dehydrate you, which would negate the positive effect of any water in the jui...
- Juice and anything else with sugar (natural or added) dehydrates your body. While there may be water in it (no, not as much. Water is water, juice is not), it sucks th...
- HAHAHA.. Sounds like some of the arguments I have found myself in over the years. My my, aren't we being technical? LOL Yes, there is less "water" in juice than i...
Help Dealing with Stress!
Asked by E.W. from Dayton
on July 18, 2008
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Hi Moms,
I am trying to reach out to other moms who juggle a business, a household, and a husband/sig. other or just have stressful lives. How do you deal with the ...
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- You need to check out the EGOSCUE website. I'm a certified posture alignment & pain management specialist. Fibro is something that is helped with specific movement. ...
- schedule "me" time and date time. you need to have some time to yourself to relax and do something for you. and you need time for your relationship, so get a babysitte...
- Hi my name is Doris "Marie" Marecek. My family and friends call me Marie. I'm 63 yrs. and learning to deal with stress for the first time in my life. My 82 yr old mov...
Preschool Science Activities (And a Nutrition Question)
Asked by M.O. from New York
on June 11, 2010
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Dear moms,
My son, who will be turning 4 later this summer, has discovered the wide world of science. I'm delighted by this, of course (though, sometimes, honestly,...
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- I would like to suggest the book: The Usborne First Encyclopedia of Science ... by Rachel Firth, designed by Helen Wood, Illustrated by David Hancock I got it fro...
- We made slime: 2 parts cornstarch to 1 part water (put food coloring in the water) before mixing together with your hands. Super fun.
- your local librarian is your best friend! there are a lot of cool books out with simple, inexpensive home-based science experiments. and while you're there check out s...
"The Secret"
Asked by E.W. from New York
on January 14, 2011
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Have any of you read this book? And have any of you put its theories into practice? Just looking for real life stories of help from this book. Thanks.
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- Hi E., I have it. I've read it, seen the movie and had the concepts shoved down my throat by my mother's fiance who believes it to be God's Honest Truth. Here i...
- So basically we need to know what we want first. Is there a pre-requisite book to help us determine what exactly it is we want first?
- I read this book and agree completely with Bernie! It is a good, positive, feel-good book about positive energy and thinking/imagining good things. But I caution folks...
Need a Bee Repellent Spray or Something like It
Asked by J.B. from Phoenix
on January 11, 2010
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My son is on a soccer team and we had his first of eight games this Saturday. The field has a lot of bees flying around. I don't know if the other teams prior to our...
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- At Sprouts in the blue containers Boiron, I believe is the company name, there is an insect repellant homeopathic supplement - totally safe, just a few pellets under t...
- I've heard that wearing a Bounce dryer sheet will repel most insects. Just pin it to your shirt, put in a pocket or stick in your socks. It is easy and convenient to k...
- I have a child who is playing and had the bee problem too. I like the natural remedies as opposed to chemicals for my kids. I know Burt's Bees products are available l...
