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What is the Eiffel Tower made of?
Buildings
The Eiffel Tower is made from 7,300 tons of puddle iron, a refined type of iron that was considered ... Read more
Is A4 paper the same as Letter?
Technology
No, A4 and US Letter are similar in appearance but not the same size: A4 is 210 mm x 297 mm, making... Read more
What does it mean 'Redback'?
Currency
The term "redback" is a nickname for the Chinese yuan renminbi (CNY), similar to "greenback" is used... Read more
How much power does a fan use?
Technology
Fans use about 50 to 150 kWh per month, depending on the model and speed. Most fans consume between ... Read more
What date is Windows 10 End of Life?
Technology
Windows 10 will become EoL (End of Life) and stop receiving free software updates, technical assista... Read more
Is it bad to eat ice?
Health
Eating ice occasionally is generally harmless, but doing so compulsively (known as pagophagia) can l... Read more
How fast are cargo ships?
Marine
Cargo ships operate within a broad speed range that depends on various factors such as demand, envir... Read more
Why Are Toilets and Restrooms Called "WC"?
History
"WC," an abbreviation for "Water Closet," originated in England during the 19th century. As indoor p... Read more
Where Was the Music Video for 'Following The Sun' by SUPER-Hi x NEEKA filmed?
Music
The music video for "Following The Sun" by SUPER-Hi x NEEKA was filmed along the Mediterranean coast... Read more
What Does "Dead Stick" Mean?
Aviation
"Dead stick" refers to flying an aircraft without engine power, often after an engine failure. The t... Read more