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Post by robert on Sept 30, 2013 16:54:00 GMT 1
Ok, so if the prefix milli means one one thousandth... why are batteries called 1,800 or 2,200mAh when they could be called 1.8 & 2.2 Amps?
We don't call something 1,500 millimeters when we refer to length. We say 1.5 meters.
Are my conversions correct? I am a science teacher...
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jklong03
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Post by jklong03 on Sept 30, 2013 21:14:44 GMT 1
Things that make you go "humm?"
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Post by coupe1942 on Sept 30, 2013 22:33:30 GMT 1
These two sites may or may not answer your specific question, but they sure give you enough reading matter on the subject to at least stay busy for a bit in searching through them to find out. :-) link
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As a registered nurse, I was always trying to figure out how Coke came up with their 12 oz can being 355 ml. We were always taught that there were 30cc per oz, but 12 X 30 = 360 and not 355. Looks like we have constantly been shorted by the company, huh? :-) |
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Post by Crazy Horse on Oct 3, 2013 10:19:20 GMT 1
Coke, whatever you do don't spill it on any paintwork. One of the farmhands was drinking some and dropped the can. Ruined the tractor inside. I dismissed him of course, the foolish chap was actually drinking the stuff, when everyone knows that is wonderful for killing moles. (So the gardener tells me anyway).
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Post by robert on Oct 3, 2013 12:35:01 GMT 1
Phosphoric acid in coke... it'll shine your real silver silverware better than any product on the market.
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Post by Crazy Horse on Oct 3, 2013 13:09:03 GMT 1
Phosphoric acid in coke... it'll shine your real silver silverware better than any product on the market. Ideally hallmarked silver should never need cleaning, merely being carefully washed in warm soapy water and then dried. If it becomes tarnished, do the following, not necessarily in the order listed. 1) Dismiss the servant responsible for its care. 2) Get the new servant responsible for the item to clean it with a proprietary cleaner and a soft cloth whilst wearing cotton gloves. 3) Go into the conservatory, admire the orchids and calm one's mind. 4) Tell cook to prepare MARMITE sandwiches and Earl grey tea. 5) Consume the prepared repast and all will once again be right with the world.  It is one of my proudest achievements in life that I have never allowed my sons to drink such a disgusting beverage as Coke. Nor have I bought them any fast food from one of the high street outlets that contaminate our towns and cities. They are grown men now and are superb chefs, eat glorious home made food and have beautiful white teeth with no fillings. Have you seen what Coke does to teeth? I have found out though, (from our groundsmen) that Coke is absolutely splendid at removing dirt and other debris from the flagstones and paving around the estate. Just don't leave it on too long or one will have another well or dew-pond instead of clean walkways. It simply has to rinsed off though, otherwise it will eat through one's wellies. These servant types really are innovative.  |
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