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military

3 questions tagged military — spanning every one of the seven Ws.

how

How Does a Nuclear Submarine Make Oxygen?

Submarines generate oxygen by electrolyzing seawater — splitting H₂O into breathable oxygen and hydrogen gas.

engineeringmilitary
how

How Does Night-Vision Technology Work?

Night-vision devices amplify available light or detect infrared radiation to produce a visible image in darkness.

technologymilitary
why

Why do soldiers salute?

The salute likely evolved from the custom of removing or touching one's hat as a mark of respect.

historymilitary