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- 691: Symbolism and Characterization In Books
- ... communicates a closeness between the two men. "I was almost as much of a stranger on board as himself
at that moment I felt it most acutely" (28). The Captain still feels strangely about taking control of the ship, but he feels an impulsive connection with Leggatt. While Leggatt is close at his side, the Captain begins to think clearly and prepares a scheme to keep his secret sharer safe. "Such ... am with him. There is no one in the whole ship who I dare take into my confidence"(47). The Captain is no longer a stranger to himself, and with that knowledge, he can take control of the ship and succeed. While on deck, without Leggatt near, the Captain felt in control of the ship for the first time. "
a man who feels for the first time a ship move under his feet to his own independent word" (50). The Captain is in control of himself ...
- 692: Cardiac Pacemakers
- Cardiac Pacemakers The heart is bestowed with a specialized system that automatically generates rhythmic control via the sinus node, located in the superior lateral wall of the right atrium near the opening of the superior vena cava. The specialized pacemaker cells dictate control of the rest of the heart through regular electrical impulses that propagate from the right atria to the lower ventricles. The rapid conduction of these impulses cause the muscle cells of the atria to contract and squeeze blood into the ventricles, which contract and force blood into the aorta and pulmonary arteries. Abnormalities of the heart rhythm, called arrhythmias, can disrupt this normal cardiac control making it necessary to use some artificial means to regulate the rhythm of the heart. Today, some half a million men and women, most of them over the age of sixty, carry implanted cardiac ...
- 693: Antibiotic Resistance 2
- ... bullets able to eliminate bacteria without doing much harm to the cells of treated individuals. Yet with each passing decade, bacteria that defy not only single but multiple antibiotics -- and therefore are extremely difficult to control -- have become increasingly common. What is more, strains of at least three bacterial species capable of causing life-threatening illnesses (Enterococcus faecalis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa) already evade every antibiotic in the clinician's ... aggressively (into the millions) and damage tissues or otherwise cause illness. The benign competitors can be important allies in the fight against antibiotic-resistant pathogens. People should also realize that although antibiotics are needed to control bacterial infections, they can have broad, undesirable effects on microbial ecology. That is, they can produce long-lasting change in the kinds and proportions of bacteria--and the mix of antibiotic-resistant and antibiotic-susceptible ... from Spain to the U.K., the U.S., South Africa and elsewhere. This bacterium, also known as the pneumococcus, is a cause of pneumonia and meningitis, among other diseases. Antibiotic Use Is Out of Control For those who understand that antibiotic delivery selects for resistance, it is not surprising that the international community currently faces a major public health crisis. Antibiotic use (and misuse) has soared since the first ...
- 694: History of the Marshall Islands
- ... all of the islands in Micronesia. Spain wasn't really concerned about Micronesia because they were busy building empires in South America, Central America, and Mexico. For the most part Micronesia was under loose Spanish control for 300 years. During those 300 years in 1788 Captain John Marshall named the Marshall Islands. He was sailing between Australia and China on the boat the Scarborough and sailed through the islands. Even though ... the dried meat of the coconut called copra became an important trade items for European powers. Since there was much money in the copra trade Germany, Spain, and Great Britain started to argue over the control of Micronesia. In 1885 Germany gained control of the Marshalls while Spain kept control of the Carolines and the Marianas. In 1886 the English and the Spanish were unhappy with Germany's claims, but the dispute was settled by Pope Leo ...
- 695: Germany
- ... 656 deputies. The Bundestag has a speaker, or president, usually elected from among the largest parliamentary group. It has three main tasks: to act as the legislative body, to elect the federal chancellor, and to control government activity. Any changes to the Basic Law requires a two-thirds majority in both houses of parliament. Thus the opposition parties can prevent amendments to the constitution through their representation in either the Bundestag ... telecommunication service offered. Only a few private satellite service firms have offered appropriate services as a result. In connection with the rapid improvements in the possibilities for East-West communication, considerations of cost and quality control have created the major obstacle to a larger range of services offered by private investors. In June 1991 the BMPT also extended the licence of Mannesmann Mobilfunk, the second cellular mobile radio operator chosen for ... and telecomunication systems, including pricing (ara 12, Art 4), decisions on the field of activities (Para 12, Art 5), as well as changes in the technical telecommunication infrastructure (Para 12, Art 6). As an important control body, the Postal Administration Council has to approve all regulations proposed by the federal minister for postal and telecommunication services.However, the minister for postal and telecommunication services has the power to annul decisions ...
- 696: Hawaii: Prologue of History
- ... money was at stake for Mainland-based corporations to ignore. Eventually the grip of the Big Five was loosened, but they are still enormously powerful and richer than ever, though these days they don't control everything. Now their power is land. With only five other major landholders, the Big Five control 65 percent of all the privately held land in Hawaii. Why was the 1946 Strike so important? Before 1946, Hawaii's economy, politics and social structures were completely dominated by a corporate elite known as the Big Five (Alexander & Baldwin, American Factors, Castle & Cooke, C. Brewer, & Theo. Davies). The leaders of these factor companies exercised absolute control over Hawaii's plantation workers and the majority of the islands multi-ethnic workforce. The 1946 strike forever changed the balance of power between workers and the plantations. No longer would living and working ...
- 697: Guyana
- ... Local Government is divided into ten different regions and each is governed by a council. History In 1499, Spanish explorers charted what is now Guyana. The British held possession in 1814 but did not gain control until 1831. During the British rule, the Native American population was reduced to a minority due to a large influx of African and East Indian peoples. In 1928, Guyana received its first constitution under the ... gained majority in the legislature. Jagan made a poor call in 1962 which caused mad riots and a strike. He made a program of complete economic austerity. The British sent in their troops and gained control to make order once again. The British and Guyanese in 1962-1963 held conferences. The PPP lost to the majority and the British introduced the Peoples National Congress to form a coalition government. In 1965 ... proclaimed a republic under the new president Arthur Chung. In the 1970's, diplomatic relations were gained with China. By 1976 the country aimed for a self sufficiency in agriculture. In 1974, the government gained control of all foreign trade. In anticipation of a new constitution, the National Assembly extended the five year limit . A new socialist constitution was in effect by 1980 and the PNC regained control of the ...
- 698: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ... cells, reach from the brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to muscles throughout the body with connections to the brain. When they die, the ability of the brain to start and control muscle movement dies with them. With all voluntary muscle action affected, ALS patients in the later stages are totally paralyzed; through it all, however, their minds remain unaffected. Amyotrophic comes from the Greek language. "A ... brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to the muscles throughout the body with connections to the brain. When they die, as with ALS, the ability of the brain to start and control muscle movement dies with them. With all voluntary muscle action affected, patients in the later stages are totally paralyzed; yet, through it all, their minds remain unaffected. A-myo-trophic comes from the Greek language ... only that physicians referred by ALSA see many ALS patients. ALS, a motor neuron disease, was first identified in 1869 by the noted French neurologist Jean-Martin Charcot. However, the cause, cure or means of control of ALS are presently unknown. The onset of ALS is insidious with muscle weakness or stiffness as early symptoms. Inevitable progression of wasting and paralysis of the muscles of the limbs and trunk as ...
- 699: Hamlet Essay
- Hamlet Essay Comment on Hamlet's madness. Do you think it was altogether assumed or can you offer evidence to suggest that Hamlet was not always in complete control of his action? Shakespeare's tragic hero, Hamlet, and his sanity can arguably be discussed. Many portions of the play supports his loss of control in his actions, while other parts uphold his ability of dramatic art. The issue can be discussed both ways and altogether provide significant support to either theory. There are indications from Hamlet throughout the play ... 206] Hamlet tells his mother That I essentially am not in madness,/ But mad in craft. [Act III, scene IV, lines 188-199]. Hamlet believes in his sanity at all times, He never doubts his control over his sanity. He realizes his flaw as a man of thoughts and not actions. His cold act of Polonius' murder is out of rage and furious temper. He is sorry for it has ...
- 700: Comparison and Contrast: Stanley from A Street Car Named Desire
- ... poker night(detail explain). This is his weakness. He make fault in his plan by this, so he cannot as smart as Lago. Lago and Stanley are both the master in their plays, they can control every other characters. Iago can control Others because he is able to gain trust form other characters. He seems loyal in front of everyone so he can easily control others. Stanley is the " " among his friends. He is the leader of the bowling team and the "plant". Thus, he can control his friends. Also he can "control" Stella and Blanche because man is ...
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