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What happens when electrons lose energy and return to their initial or ground state?

Electromagnetic waves, including light, are considered to have a dual nature, as they exhibit properties of both waves and particles. A "particle" of light is called a photon. It has no mass but travels at the speed of light and behaves like a particle. Electrons in an excited state jump to higher energy orbits for a very short period of time. When the excited electrons lose energy to return to ground state, they generally release the energy as photons. The wavelength of the photon emitted depends on the energy that is lost, and sometimes, the wavelength of the photon falls under the visible l..

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How do you use the baking soda remedy for gout?

Gout results from excess uric acid in the blood, as it crystallizes and causes pain and inflammation in the joints. It is true that baking soda neutralizes acids, but it never reaches the bloodstream, states Everyday Health. Another home remedy that does not cure gout is pineapple. Although the Internet has touted the benefits of pineapple for gout, the ascorbic acid inside this tropical fruit only has a minimal impact on uric acid levels — not enough to alleviate the danger of gout, notes Everyday Health.\nOther home remedies are more effective for gout than baking soda. Medications do mana..

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When was the eagle cam in North Fort Myers started?

The adult bald eagles, Ozzie and Harriet, have been nesting in this Slash Pine tree in North Ft Myers since 2006. They live in the nest each nesting season, which runs from October to April. Dick Pritchett Real Estate along with the Pritchett family, created the Southwest Florida Eagle cam foundation to fund the cameras and provide education to the public about eagles. Four of the Pritchett siblings continue to monitor and live stream the two cameras.\nThe eagle cam first showed the expansion of Ozzie and Harriet's family when Harriet laid eggs on November 26 and 29, 2012. The cameras con..

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What types of claims can you make under Social Security?

Individuals who are at least 61 ¾ years old, do not receive any current Social Security benefits and want benefits to start within four months are eligible to apply for retirement benefits online. Applicants who do not have Medicare and are at least 64 ¾ years old may apply for both retirement and Medicare online, according to the Social Security website.\nAdults over 18 years old, who do not receive Social Security benefits and cannot work for at least 12 months due to a medical condition may file a disability benefits claim online. It is possible to request a review of denied disability be..

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What are some major life events of Roy Rogers?

The original lead for "Under Western Stars" was Gene Autry, but he had a contract dispute, so the studio chose Roy Rogers to replace him. It became Rogers' breakout role, as it was popular with audiences. Rogers and Autry became rivals as the country's two most popular singing cowboys, which boosted both their popularity. Rogers was the second most popular Western star in the country, behind Autry, in 1942. By 1943, he was the most popular, a title he held for 10 years.\nThe 1944 movie "The Cowboy and the Señorita" was popular because of the chemistry between Rogers and his co-star,..

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What is the communication process, and what appears on a diagram of the communication process?

The communication process is as simple as two people talking face-to-face or as complex as intricate social media sites connecting individuals from across the world. They all have the basic components of the communication process in common: sender, message, receiver and feedback. A sender needs to choose a message to send as the foundation for communication. From there, a method to send this message needs to be decided. Email, television and viral videos all are examples of a channel of communicating a message. The receiver has to be able to accept and decode the message in order for the commu..

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How does additional taxable income affect Social Security?

In the year an individual reaches retirement age, Social Security deducts $1 for every $3 earned over the yearly income limit. Prior to full retirement age, Social Security deducts $1 for every $2 earned over the limit. As of 2015, the annual earnings limit is $15,720 for individuals under full retirement age and $41,880 for the year in which the individual reaches full retirement, according to the Social Security Administration. Full retirement age is 67 for people born after 1959.\nAlthough earning additional income may decrease a person's Social Security benefits, Social Security benef..

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How big is the iPad mini?

The Wi-Fi-only versions of the iPad mini 2 and 3 each weigh 0.75 pounds. The Wi-Fi and cellular versions are slightly heavier, weighing in at 0.79 pounds. Both boast similar features, including their A7 chips and screen resolution. Other improvements made to the iPad mini 2 and 3 include video zoom and the option to take a panoramic photograph. Other than price point, Apple’s comparison chart notes only two differences between the iPad mini 2 and 3. They are the included fingerprint identification sensor and the option for up to 128GB of storage on the iPad mini 3. There is a maximum capacit..

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What are the treatment options for a slow heart rate?

Hypothyroidism is another potential cause of a slow heart rate, and the heart may return to beating at a normal pace following treatment of the hypothyroidism, notes WebMD. Hypothyroidism treatment typically consists of drug therapy with a medication containing levothyroxine, which supplies the body with synthetic thyroid hormones to make up for what the thyroid gland is unable to produce on its own.\nPatients who have abnormally slow heart rates but are otherwise asymptomatic do not usually require treatment, states WebMD. However, it is very important to treat severe brachycardia because the..

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What all-inclusive vacations are available through Funjet?

Funjet maintains a comprehensive and frequently updated list of all-inclusive vacation packages on its company website, offering travelers the choice of staying at any of the resorts and hotels the company is partnered with. Some of Funjet's partners for all-inclusive resort vacation packages include Barcelo Hotels and Resorts, Hyatt Zilara, Iberostar Hotels and Resorts, Excellence Luxury Hotels and Resorts, and Palace Resorts.\nAs of 2015, Funjet offers travelers all-inclusive vacation packages in Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and some of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Some all-inclus..

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