Occam’s razor is used as a heuristic, or “rule of thumb” to guide scientists in developing theoretical models. The term “razor” refers to the “shaving away” of unnecessary assumptions when distinguishing between two theories. What is Occam’s razor used for? Occam’s razor can be used in a wide range ofRead More →

How do razor strops work? The function of a strop is to polish the edge and work off any burr left behind by sharpening stones. Although other materials are used, strops are most often made of leather. … They can be mounted to a rigid base, like a leather onRead More →

A SHARP is any item that can cause a cut or puncture a human being. This definition is expanded to include any item that cut or puncture a container or bag. This includes glass, empty bottles, scalpel blades, razor blades syringes and needles. Are knives or razors sharper? You canRead More →

Examples of Occam’s razor “You have a headache?”, “Oh no… you might have the Black Death!” Sure, it’s true that one of the symptoms of the Black Death is a headache but, using Occam’s razor, it’s obviously much more likely that you’re dehydrated or suffering from a common cold. HowRead More →

You may be cutting yourself so much because you’re shaving in the wrong direction. The razor should be following the grain of your hair for a smoother initial shave. If you’re dragging your razor the wrong way, it’s likely to snag on your hairs and nick your skin as aRead More →

Razor-cutting can have a major downside, though. “Razoring can really wreck hair by causing split ends,” says Shin An, owner of Shin hair salon in Santa Monica. … “If you can feel tugging on the hair, then your stylist is probably using an old or dull blade,” warns Shin. WhichRead More →

Razor clams are commonly battered and fried in butter. They can also be used to make clam chowder. Can razor clams hurt you? Usually, the clam’s not poisonous: Humans and wildlife both enjoy its “particularly delicious” flesh. But under certain conditions, the clam’s flesh harbors domoic acid, causing diarrhea, amnesia,Read More →

Since pubic hair is the thickest hair on your body, take a brand-new blade or a fresh-and-sharp disposable razor. Then shave downward *with* the hair, i.e. in the direction it’s growing. Using small strokes and holding your skin taut with the other hand will help protect against nicks and cuts.Read More →

The disadvantages are the same as you’d experience when shaving any other part of your body: a potential for irritation, redness, small cuts, ingrown hairs, and possibly even infection. Patients regularly ask me if shaving will cause hair to come back thicker and coarser. It doesn’t. Is it OK toRead More →