A brief summary of this post: The BelAZ 75710, made in Belarus, is the world’s largest truck, designed for heavy-duty mining and construction. It can carry a staggering 450 metric tonnes, weighing 810 tonnes when fully loaded. The truck is over 20 meters long, 8 meters high, and nearly 10 meters wide. Despite its immense … Read more
Where can I get free images online?
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A brief summary of this post: Free high-resolution photos for private or commercial use are available online, but caution is advised. Pixabay offers images under the Creative Commons CC0 license, allowing free use without registration. However, users should beware of copyright infringement. It’s important to check images against Google’s Image Results to ensure their legitimacy. … Read more
Do Sperm Have Brains?
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A brief summary of this post: Sperm cells do not have brains. They navigate instinctively, swimming towards higher concentrations of molecules released by the egg and warmer areas in the female reproductive system. Sperm cells, each consisting of a head, a propulsion middle section, and a tail, vary in size across species. For example, fruit … Read more
What are NaN miles? – What does NaN miles mean?
A brief summary of this post: “NaN miles” stands for “Not a Number,” a term encountered in digital systems when a numerical value is expected but not provided or is invalid. In the context of online car listings, it appears when the mileage field is incorrectly entered, prompting the system to display “NaN miles” instead … Read more
Intermittent fasting – What is it and can it help you lose weight?
A brief summary of this post: Intermittent fasting involves eating within specific time frames, rather than limiting types of food. Popular forms include the 16/8 method (eating only during an 8-hour period), Eat-Stop-Eat (full fasting on two non-consecutive days weekly), and the 5:2 diet (eating 500 calories on two days each week). Studies, including one … Read more
When someone loses weight, where does it go?
Let’s explore the maths… If you’re a fan of TEDx talks, are fond of mathematics and are looking to lose weight, then the video below could be just what you’re looking for. In the video, Ruben Meerman (aka ‘the surfing scientist’) explores the myths and maths behind weight loss and asks the question: “When somebody … Read more
