submitted by ANNE MARIE MUSSER August 2005 For the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the School of Biological‚ Earth & Environmental Sciences University of New South Wales ABSTRACT This thesis began as an investigation into evolution of the platypus family (Ornithorhynchidae‚ Monotremata)‚ now known from both Australia and South America. The thesis broadened its scope with inclusion of non-ornithorhynchid Mesozoic monotremes from Lightning Ridge‚ NSW. This change in direction brought an unexpected
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English Essay - 1984‚ Eve to her Daughters‚ Gattaca 1984 by George Orwell‚ Eve to her Daughters by Judith Wright and “Gattaca” directed by Andrew Niccol are three examples of Utopian literature and explores issues and ideas of their respective context and the time they were written in. All three texts explore key ideas that are indispensable in the construction of a dystopian text. These issues include the devastating and oppressive power of technology and the human spirit. The composers employ
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and Ferb want to make the most out of their vacation. From constructing roller coasters that stretch across the Tri-State area to traveling back in time‚ these brothers have done it all. Viewers also enjoy a secret agent themed subplot starring a platypus and an evil scientist. Despite the fact that these two storylines seem nothing alike‚ they always meet in one way or another. In addition to different lifestyles‚ each episode presents different motifs that add to the consistency of the show. The
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Motherhood: a phenomenon as old as time‚ each experience as unique and different from the others. Many female poets‚ such as Sylvia Plath‚ Gwen Harwood‚ and Judith Wright‚ have used poetry to reflect on their own reality and their many complex emotions towards motherhood. Although the poets express their relationship with the concept differently‚ using a variety of techniques‚ such as imagery‚ metaphors‚ expressive language and symbolism‚ similar joys and struggles of motherhood are revealed.
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Wright has a strong concern for the importance of the human relationship with nature as well as the need for a sense of continuity in time Judith Wright’s poetry evokes a deep sense of the importance of human relationships with nature. Through her constant use of organic‚ fruitful imagery she conveys the intrinsic importance she places upon connections and the need for a sense of continuity in time. The process of natural creation is one which Wright espouses through her references to the “seed”
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Australia’s unique flora and fauna Australia has over 1 million different native species. Australia’s unique variety of plants and wildlife has evolved as a result of our countries unique conditions. This is a result of Australia’s geographical isolation. From deserts to rainforests‚ mountains and plains; this environment has created unique animals suited to their environments. As a result: * Australia has 10% of the world’s biodiversity. * Out of 20‚000 species of vascular plants 4 in 5
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Elliot” directed by Stephen Daldry explores the importance of having support and a receptive mindset for when individuals embark on difficult periods in life to achieve their ambitions. Comparatively‚ the poem “Naked Girl and Mirror” written by Judith Wright expresses the value of understanding change in order to embrace opportunities from the inevitable natural stages of life. Ultimately‚ both texts explore transitions through young adolescence and affirms
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Biology – Preliminary – Evolution of Australian Biota 1. Evidence for the rearrangement of crustal plates and continental drift indicates that Australia was once part of an ancient super continent identify and describe evidence that supports the assertion that Australia was once part of a landmass called Gondwana‚ including: ▪ − matching continental margins ▪ − position of mid-ocean ridges ▪ − spreading zones between continental plates ▪ − fossils in common on Gondwanan continents
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In the poems “The Hunting Snake” by Judith Wright and “Pike” by Ted Hughes a strong relationship between man and nature is explored and expressed. Judith Wright was an Australian poet‚ environmentalist and Aboriginal land rights campaigner. Ted Hughes was an English poet and children’s book writer. Themes discussed in his poems were mostly nature having being fascinated with them from an early age. He wrote frequently of the mixture of beauty and violence in the natural world. Both poets explore
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In the beginning of “Hunting Snake” Judith Wright it gives you the feeling of a perfection with the “sun-warmed ”during the “late season’s grace” and “autumn’s gentlest sky”. “Sun-warmed” gives you a cozy feeling. “Late season’s grace”‚ the word “grace” can normally be connected to the word beauty. Lastly “autumn’s gentlest sky”‚ the season “autumn” usually gives you the impression of a quiet and calm place‚ “gentlest” makes you feel relax which also adds on to the calmness of autumn. The poet then
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