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QUORA ANSWERS NEEDNOT BE 100% CORRECT ANSWERS. Compiled and posted by R.Gopala Krishnan, 80, on 14-11-2023. Q1 Who isthe mother of the goddess Laxmi? A1 HareKrishna, Worked at Privet Job1h In Hindumythology, the goddess Lakshmi, who is the goddess of wealth, prosperity, andfortune, is often considered to be the consort (wife) of Lord Vishnu. Her parentage is described differently invarious texts. Onecommon narrative is that she emerged during the churning of the ocean, known asthe Samudra Manthan. According to this story, the gods (devas) and demons(asuras) joined forces to churn the ocean in order to obtain the nectar ofimmortality (amrita). Duringthis churning, various divine beings and treasures emerged from the ocean.One of the significant beings that arose was Lakshmi, whochose Vishnu as her husband. Given this account, Lakshmi is often considered to beborn from the churning of the ocean and is sometimes referred to as "Samudraja" or"daughter of the ocean" (Samudraja is one of the names of Lakshmi). In this context, she is not born inthe traditional sense with biological parents but is a divinemanifestation arising from the cosmic event of the churning of the ocean. It's important to note that Hindu mythology is richwith different stories and interpretations, and variations in the narrativescan be found in different texts and traditions. Q2 Why doaircraft engines need high octane fuel? A2 RebeccaWilliams, Experience in Aviation1h Aircraft engines need high-octane fuel because theyoperate at high altitudes, high speeds, and high temperatures, which requirehigh compression ratios and high power output. High octane fuel is a type of fuel that has a high resistance to knocking, which is the prematureignition of the fuel-air mixture in the cylinder before the spark plug fires. Knocking can cause damage to the engine components,reduce engine performance, and increase fuel consumption. High octane fuelprevents knocking by allowing the fuel-air mixture to be compressed morewithout igniting spontaneously. The higher the octane rating, the higher the compressionratio that the fuel can withstand. High compression ratios increase the efficiencyand power of the engine, which are essential for aircraft performance andsafety. High-octane fuelalso helps the engine run smoothly and cleanly, reducing carbon deposits andemissions. The most common type of high-octane fuel used byaircraft engines is 100LL, which stands for 100-octane low lead. This fuelcontains a small amount of lead, which is added to increase the octane ratingand lubricate the valves. But, lead is a toxic substance that can harm theenvironment and human health, so there are efforts to develop unleadedalternatives that can meet the needs of aircraft engines. One example is G100UL, which is a 100-octane unleadedfuel developed by General Aviation Modifications Inc. (GAMI). Thisfuel has been approved by the FAA for hundreds of piston engine models and isexpected to replace 100LL in the future. Q3 Why isthere a depression on the sides of the skull? A3 KenSaladin,Author, Anatomy & Physiology—The Unity of Form and Function20h That depressed, thin area is called the pterion(pronounced terry-on), marked here with the arrow and circle. It’s the junction between fourskull bones: parietal, temporal, sphenoid, and frontal. The pterion is the weakest part of the skull becausethe cranium is unusually thin here. The pterion is especially vulnerable to penetratinginjuries, which are especially likely to cause death because of an intracranialblood vessel immediately beneath it, the middle meningeal artery. Anthropologists examining battle injuriessometimes find arrowheads and spear points embedded here, a pretty good sign ofcause of death. Deathcan even occur from nonpenetrating blows here, and even from blows to the backof the head because the force is transmitted forward and fractures the pteriondespite no direct impact of any foreign object with it. Brain surgeonsoften go in through the pterion for vascular surgery in this area. The Greekmessenger god Hermes had wings attached to this part of his head (and to his sandals), whichis where the word pterion comes from—pter- in Greek means “wing.” Q4 Can aperson live with 4 hours sleep at most every day? A4 MoeenAbul, Studied at Saint Louis College - City of San Fernando, La Union1h No, most people cannot live a healthy life with only4 hours of sleep every night. Therecommended amount of sleep for adults is 7-9 hours per night. This is because sleep is essentialfor many important bodily functions, including: Physicalrestoration: Sleep allows your body to repair and regenerate itself. Cognitivefunction: Sleep is important for memory consolidation, learning, and decision-making. Emotional well-being: Sleep helps toregulate your emotions and prevent mood swings. Physical health:Sleep is important for maintaining a healthy immune system, reducing inflammation, andpreventing chronic diseases. While some people may be able to function on 4 hoursof sleep for short periods of time, chronic sleep deprivation can have serious health consequences,including: Increased riskof accidents: Sleep deprivation can impair your judgment, reaction time, and coordination,putting you at increased risk of accidents. Impairedcognitive function: Sleep deprivation can make it difficult to concentrate, learn, and rememberinformation. Increased riskof chronic diseases: Sleep deprivation has been linked to an increased risk of obesity, heartdisease, diabetes,and stroke. Mental healthproblems: Sleep deprivation can worsen symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mentalhealth conditions. My note- As age increase by 75 and beyond generally there will be less hours of sleep,most may be relaxing in bed for 3-4 hours, with 3-4 hours of sleep. Q5 Who isGoddess Shashti? A5 HareKrishna,Worked at Privet Job4h Goddess Shashti,also known as Shashthi or Sashti, is a Hindu deity associated with fertility,childbirth, and the well-being of children. She is often depicted as a motherly figure and isconsidered the protectorof infants. Shashti isparticularly revered in South India, where special prayers and rituals areconducted in her honor. Shashti isbelieved to have the power to bless couples with children and protect infants fromdiseases and misfortunes. Devotees often observe fasts and perform pujas(ritual worship) on the sixth day (Shashti) after childbirth to seek theblessings of the goddess for the health and prosperity of the newborn. The worship of Shashti is prevalent in various formsacross different regions of India, and she is often depicted riding a cat orstanding beside Lord Skanda (Kartikeya), who is considered her son in Hindumythology. Q6 How canI push my mind so that I am able to travel into other dimensions? A6 AfrasyabSardar,21h The concept of traveling to other dimensions is oftenexplored in works of fiction and speculative theories, but it is important tonote that our current scientific understanding does not provide any evidence or methodology for physicallytraveling to other dimensions. Dimensions, inthe context of physics, refer to the mathematical frameworks used to describethe physical world.The three dimensions of space (length, width, and height) and one dimension oftime (past, present, and future) are commonly known. However, theories such as string theorypropose the existence of additional spatial dimensions beyond ourthree-dimensional perception. While these theories are fascinating, they are highlyspeculative and have not been experimentally confirmed. Moreover, even if additionaldimensions exist, they are typically understood as being inaccessible or"curled up" at scales far beyond our current technologicalcapabilities. When it comesto expanding your mind or exploring different dimensions in a metaphorical or imaginativesense, there are variouspractices and disciplines that you may find interesting, such as meditation,mindfulness, lucid dreaming, or creative thinking. These practices canhelp you explore different mental states, expand your perception, and enhanceyour creativity and imagination. Remember, though, that traveling to other dimensionsin a literal sense is not currently supported by scientific evidence orunderstanding. It is essential to maintain a critical and informedperspective when considering such topics. Q7 What areLagrange points? What is the significance of the Lagrange points? A7 Abinash,Sep 3 Lagrange points are those unique points in spacewhere the gravitational force of two celestial bodies balance out. If we consider Sun and Earth,we get 5 Lagrangepoints. Thease are the points where if we send a spacecraft , theorbital motion of the spacecraft,the centrifugal force, will be cancelled outby the gravitational force of the Earth and the Sun. Benifits:> STABILITY ( what everspace craft we send to the Lagrange points,we don't have to make almost anyeffort to maintain it at that point) Spacecraft willconserve fuel . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/thatha_patty/1800666235.1962646.1699966937209%40mail.yahoo.com.
