In order to determine the rotation speed of a turntable platter it is necessary to acquire a stroboscope disc. Some platters have strobe indicators printed on the side or in the center. If your country's AC mains electricity is 60Hz, the stroboscope must be made for that frequency.
Jicama, also known as yam bean, is a round, fleshy taproot vegetable of bean family plants. Its underground starchy root is one of the popular edible tuber-vegetables grown in many parts of Central American, South Asian, Caribbean, and some Andean South American regions.
Everyday Food, July/August 2006. Before you start cutting, peel jicama with a vegetable peeler, then halve from top to bottom (a serrated knife works best). Slice jicama halves 1/2 inch thick; lay slices flat and cut into 1/2-inch-thick sticks.Slice jicama halves 1/8 inch thick; lay slices flat and cut into 1/8-inch-thick sticks.Slice jicama halves 1/4 inch thick; lay slices flat and cut into 1/4-inch-thick sticks. Cut sticks into 1 1/2-inch lengths.Use in stir-fries and salads.veryday Food, July/August 2006. Before you start cutting, peel jicama with a vegetable peeler, then halve from top to bottom (a serrated knife works best). Slice jicama halves 1/2 inch thick; lay slices flat and cut into 1/2-inch-thick sticks.