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What Happens When an Aircraft Is Hit by Lightning?
An aircraft is hit by lightning in mid-air is actually a common occurrence and rarely poses a threat to the crew and passengers. So, what happens when a plane is struck by lightning, and how do planes withstand the strikes? The answers have to do with electrical conduction. Electrical Conduction A lightning bolt is a current of electrons that are all traveling in the same direction, and this is what causes lightning to have huge amounts of energy. A plane, however, is not harmed by all this energy because it is made of materials that are good conductors of electricity, like aluminum. The electrical current can pass through the conductors…
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Gardening and A Fish Named Hardy
Unless you are new here, you know that we recently made a HUGE move!! From southern California to the very northern tip of Idaho. Sandpoint, Idaho to be exact. A place where it SNOWS. A lot! That will an important fact later on in my gardening story. The house we bought has a million dollar view! Absolutely spectacular from sun up to sundown and even the night sky is amazing. Unfortunately, the house and surrounding 10 acres has been neglected for about the last 10 years. That means a lot of work needs to be done. We’ve hired contractors to do all the main heavy duty things like…
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Buying Home Furniture on a Shoestring Budget!
Purchasing home furniture on a shoestring budget can be rather challenging but you can turn it into a cushy, more interesting project through proper research. Whether you’re looking for some used items for your living room or zippy, luxury pieces from Hudson Furniture to add to your contemporary lounge, the tips below will come handy for buying the most snazzy and durable furniture at an affordable price. Go For Used Furniture Check out online stores and selling spots like eBay, AptDeco and Krbb for some cool used furniture. These are popular stores offering a wide range of home furniture and upholstery items. You can opt for pickup & delivery of…
