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Clubfoot
Number of Words: 898 / Number of Pages: 4
... pretty well known around the world, using the typical stretching and splinting methods. In the 1800’s plaster of paris was first introduced, and later that same century, the introduction of aseptic technique and anasthesia diminished, but not eliminated infection. As the 70’s and 80’s rolled around, other more reliable methods were depended upon. These new methods were less dependent on wrapping and taping.
The majority of clubfeet results from abnormal development of the muscles, tendons, and bones while the baby is forming in the uterus. Genetic and environmental factors in the development of t ...
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Is Science Necessary For Our Future?
Number of Words: 653 / Number of Pages: 3
... himself from it and science. The result of
Frankenstein's immorality was death for just about everyone he loved and
utter despair for himself. The monster was not necessary for our future
and neither were the methods of his creation. Because of the doctor's
irresponsibility, he lost everything including his life.
The monster, spawned by the immoral science of Frankenstein, was
witness to another way of life other than the one of Dr. Frankenstein. The
monster, over a period of several months, witnessed a family of cottagers.
"They did not appear rich, but they were contented and ...
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The Periodic Table
Number of Words: 340 / Number of Pages: 2
... those on the right are acid-forming. Those in between can be either. They have so-called amphoteric oxides and hydroxides that can act like acids or bases. 's arrangement also divides the elements into metallic and nonmetallic kinds. A distinction is usually made between most pure metals and nonmetals according to physical and chemical properties.
Another virtue of is that it is universal. No matter where it is used any scientist can understand it.It is an universal language in which makes it much easier for different scientists to understand.
has many virtues. Some of which I explained in the para ...
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Botany And Botanists
Number of Words: 1114 / Number of Pages: 5
... would wonder why someone would want to be a botanist. The main reason anyone can name is that plants have intrigued people for thousands of years. Plants are used for decoration, as well as our basic needs, such as: food, shelter, and even the air we breathe. Today, our world requires new needs for plants. Increasing human population is linked to gigantic environmental problems. Among them is the need for more food to feed the world. Pollution of both air and water is becoming increasingly harmful to surrounding plant areas. New and improved technology is helping us solve these problems, but ...
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Salmonella Typhi (Typhoid Fever)
Number of Words: 336 / Number of Pages: 2
... dangerous and is probobly armed. Salmonella Typhi has been on the loose for many years and was cuased a lot of havoc and done a lot of damage over the years.
Typhoid fever affects 17 million people worldwide every year, with approximately 600,000 deaths.
To protect yourself from typhoid fever, aviod risky food and drinks and get vaccinated aginst typhoid fever, and wash your hands carefully a lot to make sure you have not touched something infected with Salmonella Typhi.
Here are some ways to keep a watch out for Typhoid, at a resturant, make sure the chef uses fresh products and that all the employ ...
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Analysis Of A Vapor Power Plant
Number of Words: 1672 / Number of Pages: 7
... are 85%.
Throughout this report the states will be referenced as depicted above with the
numbers 1-13. The analysis of the system will involve the use of the Energy Rate
Balance to isolate the specific enthalpies and associated values of temperature,
pressure, specific volume, and steam quality. The Entropy balance equation will
be used to calculate the specific entropy at all the above noted states. Energy
Rate Balance (assume KE&PE=0) dEcv/dt = Qcv-Wcv+Smi(hi) - Sme(he)
Entropy Rate Balance dScv/dt = SQj/Tj + Smi(si) - Sme(se) + scv
For simplicity, it is assumed in all calculations that kinetic ...
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Apple Computers: Biography Of The Cfo
Number of Words: 373 / Number of Pages: 2
... team player, which is an important skill to possess in every job. All these three qualities can differentiate who you are, and that is the stepping stone of becoming a part of a company like Apple.
Whipfler also gave reasons of why he chose to work for Apple. There are two main reasons why he was so attracted to Apple. First of all, Apple is a multinational company that is interesting. Secondly, the cultural icon attracted him as well. He believed that everywhere he traveled, he always met a person that had an opinion of Apple. Furthermore, he continues to enjoy working for Apple and believes t ...
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Investigation Of Reproduction And Development In Animals
Number of Words: 721 / Number of Pages: 3
... hormonal
method of birth control. The pill consists of a mixture of two synthetic
hormones similar to oestrogen and progesterone, the woman’s natural hormones
which regulate the menstrual cycle. The pill is on of the most popular methods
of birth control.
How does it work?
The pill basically prevents ovulation, therefore, the ovaries can’t release a
mature egg. Without an egg for the sperm to fertilize , a woman cannot get
pregnant . The hormones also increase cervical mucus, making it difficult for
sperm to pass into the uterus.
How effective is the pill?
If used correctly, the pill is highly ...
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Dolphins & Humans: Breaking Barriers Of Communication
Number of Words: 2758 / Number of Pages: 11
... dolphin came to his rescue and carried the boy home to Greece on his back. Plutocrat wrote Thathos, Odysseus' son, was saved from drowning as a young child through the aid of a dolphin. A roman scholar Plink the Elder, who lived in AD 23-69, wrote about a boy named Hermias. Hermias had many encounters with a friendly dolphin which he would except rides from. One day Hermias was thrown off the dolphins back by a sudden storm and drowned in the sea. The dolphin brought the boy's body back to the shore, and the dolphin threw itself on the shore beside the boy, dying in grief over the boy's death.
The ...
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Galileo
Number of Words: 1785 / Number of Pages: 7
... by the intellectual community, but the difference was the way they
conducted themselves when they were dealing with their hypothesizes.
Galileo's Hypothesis
Galileo was well known for standing up for what he believed in and
pushing the things he wanted. He was constantly writing letters and engaging in
debates over the issue of Copernicanism. Galileo's entire reason for doing this
was to make the scientific and religious communities accept that Copernicanism
was actually a fact and that there was enough proof to believe it. One example
of the way Galileo strongly pushed his beliefs on others was t ...
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