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2009-11-08 Physics - At the center of the Earth:

This question has two possible answers: 1) it is irrelevent because, contrary to what Jules Verne wrote, no human could survive even a hundred kilometers below the surface of the Earth, even if air

2009-11-08 Entomology (Study of Bugs) - Black bug in bathroom:

Karen, Your description sounds like an oriental cockroach. Here's a wikipedia page http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oriental_cockroach with pictures for comparison. Oriental cockroaches are not as common

2009-11-07 Astronomy - the largest star:

Yes, to my knowledge, VY Canis Majoris is 2600 solar radii in diameter, making it the largest KNOWN star in the universe. I believe the second part of your question is true also. For YOUR brain to

2009-11-07 Electrical Engineering - Power Factor:

Yes, you are doing something wrong. It is very difficult for it to be greater than one unless you have some energy being generated within the load. Power factor is much easier measured using a scope

2009-11-07 Entomology (Study of Bugs) - a Bug in my apartment?:

Brandi, I don't know what kind of bug you found but since 99% of insects are harmless I'm sure this one is too. All I can suggest is that you try to get a better look at it if you see another, or better