Science of Stars SCI/151 Abstract The information contained in this paper will explain the science of the stars. Other information in this paper will be a description of how astronomical instruments aid astronomers in determining the rotation rate of distant objects‚ speed‚ temperature‚ and composition. Also‚ the author will provide an explanation of the properties of stars in the Hertzsprung - Russell diagram. In conclusion‚ the complete lifecycle of the Sun will be explained‚ along
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Communication for Marginalized Populations Patty Sinsel HCA 230 February 6‚ 2011 Phyllis B. Phillips Communication for Marginalized Populations 1. As the medical assistant‚ you worked with three different marginalized populations. Briefly describe each population and provide one communication tip for each. The first marginalized population was the aging. There is different approach needed with this population as it required the ability to help them understand without increasing fear
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The Homeless as a Vulnerable Population Sara Williams Nur/440 9-5-2011 University of Phoenix The Homeless as a vulnerable population This article discusses a framework for understanding the nature of the homeless population. It discusses four pathways‚ increased heat waves‚ and increased air pollution‚ increases severity of floods and storms‚ and it also talks about the distribution of the West Nile Virus. The article discusses why the homeless are amongst the most vulnerable groups to
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Discuss how theories of human growth and development can help understand human behaviour. Human growth and development is studied and researched with differing perspectives. There are many ways human growth and development can be looked at. Certain disciplines‚ such as‚ biology‚ psychology and sociology all have opposing viewpoints on the subject. The psychological viewpoint concentrates on the different processes of the mind‚ whereas‚ the biological approach is centred on genetics and environmental
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QUESTION #1 Quote relevance (spivak) why? (Colonizer and colony) Spivak speaks against intellectual colonialism = globalized world Theories that challenge “legacy of colonialism” Problems of postcolonial subjectivity Relevant due to the fact that there are many existing concepts related to IR and International Law that remain private “not part of open knowledge” to the nation Focus on debunking common assumptions of “IR” (i.e white vs colored people) White mans burden Western thinking is
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Population redistributions based on ethnicity have defused intense rivalries in the recent past‚ and could be a solution to the internal ethnic crises for nations such as the former Yugoslavia. Currently described by the media as "ethnic cleansing"‚ Population redistributions have been the focus of much controversy throughout U.S. and world history. To those affected‚ Population redistributions can be economically and emotionally devastating. It can also lead to enormous tragedies causing thousands
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Inclusive Growth and Poverty Reduction in Africa The Experience of Zambia Dr. Francis Chigunta Overview • After stagnating for much of its post‐colonial history‚ economic performance in Africa has improved remarkably in recent times • Average of 5.6 per cent a year • Africa was one of the fastest growing regions in the World from 2001 to 2008 • Despite the global economic crisis Africa’s ‘robust’ growth has since resumed. • 4.8 %on average in 2011 (World Bank)‚ with the • 5.2% (International Monetary Fund)
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Trends: Ageing Population The first current social trend is that of an ageing population. This means that as time has gone on‚ more people are progressing into 64+ years old than people being born. In fact‚ “in 2008 there were 3.2 people of working age for every person of pensionable age. This ratio is projected to fall to 2.8 by 2033.” (http://www.parliament.uk/business/publications/research/key-issues-for-the-new-parliament/value-for-money-in-public-services/the-ageing-population/) This has been
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The homeless population encounters a variety of public health problems that concerns not only the medical community but the general community as a whole . HIV/AIDS is one of the most prevalent communicable public health problems and it is still an increasing problem worldwide. According to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] report of worldwide epidemiologic studies‚ the prevalence rate of HIV infection among the homeless population is from 6.3-35% (Badiaga et al.‚ 2008). In order
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POPULATION EXPLOSION SPEECH With the advancement of technology even some control has been made on natural calamities. Through all these measures though death rate has decreased but birth rate has not appreciably decreased. Thus‚ it will be seen that it is the high birth rate as compared to low death rate‚ which is the main cause of population explosion in India. In under-developed and developing countries the cost of living is increasing day by day. For an average person it has become extremely
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