these characteristics. It may or may not get activated.
 Examples are:
 - Sharingan was activated by Sasuke, while some Uchiha were not able to achieve it.
 2. Bloodline limits could also be obtained randomly by a senju or family branch, like the Uzumaki clan, or just a random genius like the 4th Hokage who wasn't part of senju or Uchiha or any bloodline limit clan at all.
 Examples are:
 - Kimimaro is the sole user of the bone bloodline limit, which is an original from Kaguya.
 - Sage Mode - considered a bloodline limit which requires a person who has massive amount of chakra to perfectly control his chakra without using any amount of chakra to obtain the sage levels. For example, Minato, Naruto, Hashirama,...
 3. Bloodline limits can also be achieved through implants/mastery/intense practice but has a low chance of getting it into perfect use.
 Examples are:
 - Kakashi's Mangekyu
 - Kabuto's Sage Mode
 - Yamato's Mokuton
Kekkei Tōta
An upgraded kekkei genkai or a 3-element bloodline limit user.
For examples:
 - Rinnegan - an upgraded state of Sharingan
 - Beast Bomb Rasenshuriken Jutsu - a densed Kyuubi, Sage, and Wind chakra
 - Mokuton no Jutsu
First of all they made it fair enough by make a new evolution of the byakugan which is TENSEIGAN that we saw in the seventh movie. They felt that the byakugan didn't get as much attention like the Sharingan.
I have two theories about this:
 1. We all know that byakugan is related to sharingan due to the anime.. BUT noticing that kaguya the mother of SGO6P had the byakugan! meaning that byakugan came first - rinnegan - then sharingan.. so byakugan is the ancestor of the other dojutsu. This infers that Kaguya had the power of the jubi plus her byakugan as a result, she awakened one rinne sharingan in her forehead.in other words maybe if a hyuga becomes the ten tails Jinchuuriki he\she will also awaken one of two : regular rinnegan or rinne sharingan.
 2. Second theory is about bloods. We know that on one side the uzumaki clan are relatives of the senju, on another side the uchiha clan is descended from the hyuga clan. so if a hyuga and an uzumaki/senju were to have offsprings, theyll perhaps have the power of the sage of the six paths! which means theyll awaken the rinnegan.. (for example himawari, lets see what future hides) hope u like it ;)
Seeing how Kaguya possesses both the rinne sharingan, which is the progenitor of the rinnegan, and the byakugan it is within the realm of possibilities that a byakugan user may awaken the rinnegan, but as a forehead third eye since they already have byakugan in both eyes and the original source of rinne and tensei chakra is Kaguya herself. But I would imagine that only select Hyuga or Moon Shinobi Otsutsuki clan members can do this depending on the purity of their blood that match either of Hamura's aspects (Hyuga or Moon Shinobi Otsutsuki) and/or whether or not Hamura's children have unique chakra like Indra and Asura that makeup the chakra of their parent and only them and their transmigrants can awaken the rinnegan/ rinne sharingan. This is an hypothetical conjecture since what you're asking has remained unanswered at the end of the Naruto series.
In an hypothetical scenario, it may be possible for an eligible Hyuga clan member to acquire Asura & Indra's chakra or chakra from Hagoromo himself and they may acquire a single forhead rinnegan. For the sake of logistics, lets say they acquire one purple rinnegan in their forehead. Why? Because there may be a component in Hamura's chakra that may mutate the rinnegan into the rinne sharingan and thus since we are talking about one third of said chakra they may acquire an incomplete rinne sharingan. For simplicity's sake let's say that an eligible Hyuga clan member can acquire a purple rinnegan and that an eligible Moon Shinobi Otsutsuki clan member can acquire a red rinnegan. When that missing 1/4th is acquired this may trigger the third eye to transform into its complete form, the rinne sharingan.
This hypothesis may connect with another hypothesis as to why Kaguya doesn't appear to have the tenseigan while Hamura has it. Perhaps by acquiring Hamura's chakra and the tenseigan and then acquiring the rinne aspect that the user previously lacked, said individual may awaken the third eye as the complete rinne sharingan, but as a consequence of its activation the tenseigan deactivates, because the tensei chakra now has a rinnegan to be processed by and thus in the absence of rinne chakra and the rinnegan the tensei chakra manifests as the tenseigan in the user's byakugan. This maybe the reason why Kaguya appears to lack the tenseigan while his son doesn't. I would also like to add that Kaguya's byakugan is considered a kekkei mora rather than a kekkei genkai and it may very well be for this reason. This is taking into account that Hagormo and Hamura each hold an aspect of Kaguya's chakra in their own and if both chakra were to merge, her chakra may likely mainfest in the individual. As already mentioned, Asura + Indra = Hagoromo as shown by Madara and unspecified Hyuga + unspecified Moon Shinobi Otsutsuki = Hamura as demonstrated by Toneri. So why wouldn't Hagoromo + Hamura = Kaguya? Let's also take into account that Hagoromo's rinnegan are purple and tomoeless while his mother's rinnegan is red and with (9) tomoe like the sharingan. The absence of the tensei component in Hagoromo may be the reason why there is a difference between his eyes and his mother's eye.
A possible counter arguement for this last paragraph would be that Kaguya can indeed activate the tenseigan and there is no relationship between the tenseigan and her rinne sharingan as explained above. She may have simply chosen not activate them during her fight with Naruto and Sasuke. It can be further argued that her tenseigan may be more advanced compared to her son's seeing as how her son's tenseigan seems to be able to evolve further by sealing other clan member's byakugan inside it. Being the source of all chakra her tenseigan could very well be more advance than her son's. However, this hypothesis is also debatable as there is no evidence that supports that she has the tenseigan.
Hope that this explaination makes sense and even if there is something that you may disagree with or that you don't like, because it's speculative in nature that at least this attempt of explaining an untestible unknown (until Kishi gets off his ass and tell us the answer) may get your imagination going so you may actually formulate your own explainations on this matter.
The byakugan was inherited from kaguya by her son hamura, while the constituent dojutsu that comprise the rinne-sharingan were inherited by hagoromo(sage of six paths), and as such, the byakugan cannot be transformed into the rinnegan, as its chakra constituents are totally separate. The byakugan can evolve he wever into the tenseigan, which exhibits similar abilities to the rinnegan, such as attractive and repulsive forces and truthseeker balls. In conclusion, the only way for a byakugan user to get the Rinnegan is by transplanting one and they must have massive chairs reserves and share even small relations to the senju, the uchiha or the uzimaki.
 - I'd have to disagree with that. In the anime, Hagaromo and Hamura, both have Byakugan at first. Then Hagaromo gets the Sharingan and later, the Rinnegan. – Ero Sɘnnin Dec 4 '16 at 3:26


A Peter, Paul and Mary song about the loss of childhood innocence, not drugs as urban legends have often asserted. The most common variant of the story is that the song refers to marijuana, supposedly because of the following things in the lyrics:
 - "Puff" is a smoking reference
 - "magic" means that something more interesting than ordinary tobacco is being smoked
 - "dragon" = "drag in" or inhale
 - the name of "Jackie Paper" refers to rolling papers
 - "autumn mist" is supposed to be either clouds of smoke or the fog of the drug user's mind
 - "the land of Honah Lee" is supposed to be a village in Hawaii, called Hanalei, where particularly strong marijuana was grown
Other versions of the story include the interpretation of "sea" as "C" for "cocaine" and the idea that "Honah Lee" is some sort of slang for heroin.
The song's lyrics are based on a poem by Leonard "Lenny" Lipton, a college friend of Peter Yarrow, the "Peter" of Peter, Paul and Mary. Lipton was inspired in 1959 by the Ogden Nash poem "The Tale of Custard the Dragon" to write his own poem featuring a dragon. He has pointed out that in 1959, drugs were unknown at Cornell, the institution they attended. Yarrow is supposed to have found Lipton's poem in his apartment's typewriter and written a tune for it, along with making some additions during the adaptation. Both authors are adamant that the song is about the loss of childhood innocence and not drugs.
Peter, Paul and Mary's version was number 2 on the U.S. pop charts in 1963. It was some time later that the rumor became well-known, possibly originating but at least being spread by an article in Newsweek magazine about coded drug references in songs. (Different sources give this article as being anywhere from 1965 to 1967.) Yarrow says he was later told that reporters for the magazine had said they purposely made up the drug references for "Puff" as the most innocuous possible song, and one has since apologized to him. Because the song's biggest popularity had passed before the article, it did not suffer the radio bannings that songs like the Byrds' "Eight Miles High" did when they were current. But the story lived; even the 2000 movie "Meet the Parents" refers to it.
Peter, Paul and Mary have been known to poke fun at the story by performing "The Star-Spangled Banner" in concert with pauses to explain how the U.S. national anthem can also contain drug references if you interpret it that way.
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honah Lee
Little Jackie Paper loved that rascal Puff,
And brought him strings and sealing wax and other fancy stuff, oh!
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honah Lee
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honah Lee
Together they would travel on a boat with billowed sail
Jackie kept a lookout perched on Puff's gigantic tail
Noble kings and princes would bow whene'er they came
Pirate ships would lower their flag when Puff roared out his name, oh!
A dragon lives forever but not so little boys
(Yarrow now sings this line "Not so girls and boys")
Painted wings and giant rings make way for other toys
One grey night it happened; Jackie Paper came no more
And Puff, that mighty dragon, he ceased his fearless roar
His head was bent in sorrow; green scales fell like rain
Puff no longer went to play along the cherry lane
Without his life-long friend, Puff could not be brave
So Puff that mighty dragon sadly slipped into his cave, oh!
(chorus, sadly)
(more upbeat version they perform live)
Puff the magic dragon lives by the sea
(in a live performance I saw, the singers shout "Present Tense!" at this point)
And frolicks in the autumn mist in a land called Honah Lee
Puff the magic dragon lives by the sea
And frolicks in the autumn mist in a land called Honah Lee!
The song (variously credited as "Puff, the Magic Dragon," "Puff (the Magic Dragon)," or just "Puff") has appeared on numerous Peter, Paul, and Mary albums:
 - Moving (1963)
 - In Concert (1964)
 - In Japan (1967)
 - Ten Years Together (1969)
 - Peter, Paul and Mommy (1969)
 - Peter, Paul and Mommy Too (1993)
 - Around the Campfire (1998)
 - The Collection (1998)
 - Carry It On (2004)
In 1978, a half-hour children's TV cartoon based on the song was released, in which Jackie Paper learns the value of communication and courage from Puff; Burgess Meredith did the voice of Puff, and Peter Yarrow voiced Jackie's father. It was followed the next year by Puff the Magic Dragon in the Land of the Living Lies.
The nickname given by US ground troops in Vietnam to the venerable Douglas DC-3 (aka C-47, aka Dakota, aka Gooney Bird) in its close air support role.
First used in Vietnam in October 1964, the planes were fitted with side-firing General Electric MXU-470/A 7.62-mm Minigun pods at the midship door stations. Rocket pods and other ordnance were often aboard, but the miniguns were the main event, because of their ability to put a bullet into every square foot of a football field every minute. Able to carry prodigious amounts of ammunition and to loiter where needed better than jet aircraft, the planes often flew at night, for their own safety and because that was when ground troops most desperately needed support.
To troops dug in at night and facing an unseen enemy, the arrival of Puff in a snarling drone of electrically-fired guns spitting tongues of fire and trailing tails of smoke and falling brass was the most welcome sight imaginable.
(and probably quite a show if you were on the local chronic - every fifth round a tracer)
The nickname was less frequently applied to the Dakota's more sophisticated successor, the AC-130 Spectre gunship.


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Job hirers show bias against regional accents, study suggests
If you make one-syllable words into two syllables, drop the "g" from words ending in "-ing," or stretch out the sound of the "a" in "car" and "park," will you encounter extra barriers while job searching?
Two UNT researchers say it's a strong possibility.
Patricia Cukor-Avila, assistant professor of English, and Dianne Markley, director of Cooperative Education and a graduate student in English, conducted the first known study on job hirers' judgments of American regional accents. The research was funded by grants from the Trice Foundation of Dallas and IBM.
As the director of Cooperative Education, Markley helps place students in internships and other positions while they are still working on their degrees. She says she decided to research regional accents for her master's thesis after learning about language attitude studies in Cukor-Avila's class.
"A study at Texas A&M University discovered that Texans and Southerners were more linguistically secure than those in other regions of the United States that is, we prefer our own accents," Markley says.
Around the same time, the Cooperative Education office received a phone call from an employer in New York who requested a student with a distinct Texas accent for an internship.
"The student would be calling Texas clients, and he said that Texans relate to and buy more from other Texans. His reason seemed legitimate, but something about screening candidates for a job based on their accents didn't seem right," Markley says. "I wondered if there was a way to measure if a regional accent would have an effect in the hiring process."
She points out that people's intelligence and other qualities are usually judged based on how they sound.
"I knew one woman a college relations director for a large, well-known Dallas-based corporation who had a Texas accent," Markley says. "She made a formal presentation at a professional meeting using a formal speaking style. Afterward, a man who had worked with her for years told her he never knew she was so smart. He had assumed she wasn't smart because of her accent."
With help from the UNT Center for Distributed Learning, Cukor-Avila and Markley created a CD-ROM program for human resource directors and others who hire new employees. The researchers recorded 10 males reading the same 45-second passage. Each speaker was from a different part of the United States Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, Alabama, North Carolina, Minnesota, California, Boston, Chicago and New Jersey. Each had an accent common to that region.
No speaker's age could be detected through his voice, Markley says, and she used only white male speakers, which limited the number of variables in the study. She adds that other factors, including gender, ethnicity and age, will be added in future studies if funding permits.
Fifty-six job hirers listened to the readers and made judgments about them based solely on how they sounded. The study participants were asked for their overall positive or negative impressions of each speaker, as well as whether the speaker seemed educated or uneducated, intelligent or not intelligent, energetic or lazy, uptight or laid back, outgoing or withdrawn, and assertive or docile.
They were also asked to classify each speaker as rough or refined, charming or irritating, and friendly or unfriendly, and to determine whether the speaker's background was urban or rural, cultured or earthy, and advantaged or disadvantaged. Using a U.S. map, the participants tried to guess each speaker's region. The participants then concluded whether each speaker would be competent or incompetent on the job and would fit into their companies' cultures.
Finally, the participants were presented with four job categories positions requiring a high level of public or customer contact; positions requiring a high level of technical expertise but little public or customer contact; positions involving extensive internal communications; and positions requiring little technical expertise and little or no customer contact. The participants determined which, if any, of the jobs the speakers would be suited for.
The speaker with a California accent was rated the most positively, followed by the speaker from Minnesota, the speaker from Boston and the speaker from Texas. The speakers from Louisiana, Georgia and New Jersey were rated the most negatively.
Cukor-Avila said less than 30 percent of the participants correctly identified the regions that the speakers came from. The accent of the speaker from New Jersey was the most recognized, whereas those of the speakers from California and Minnesota were the least recognized, she says.
Because few respondents placed an accent in the correct region, Cukor-Avila wonders if the hirers were reacting negatively to the actual accents or to the accents that they thought they heard.
"Generally, the less identifiable the accent was, the more highly the speaker was rated," she says. "This ties into the fact that in the United States, we tend to go for nondescript accents based on those of national broadcasters and actors. Advertising hasn't allowed regional sounds, because if a person selling a product sounds like he or she is from one part of the country, a person from another part of the country may not identify with him or her and may not buy the product."
The Texas speaker, she says, may have been highly rated because most of the job hirers participating in the study were from or had lived in Texas and only two of the 56 participants disliked their own accents enough to want to change them.
"Liking a Texas accent is usually tied into liking Texas in general. To be marked as a Texan through your speech is a positive thing for many people," Cukor-Avila says.
The North Carolina speaker may have been highly rated because respondents rated him as sounding cultured, she says.
In selecting job positions for the speakers, the study participants generally selected positions requiring a high level of public and customer contact for the speakers they rated the highest. They selected less visible positions for the lower-rated speakers, Markley says. In selecting speakers for positions requiring high-tech skills, the job hirers were less concerned about how friendly a person sounded than how educated he sounded, she says.
Markley says many of the study participants initially said they could not judge a person's intelligence, friendliness, economic background and other qualities based on 45 seconds of listening to the person.
"However, accent judgments hide behind judgments on education and other qualifications. An accent is a part of who you are. And unlike race or sex, it's not illegal to discriminate based on accent," she says.
She hopes that the survey in this study will eventually be made available to employers so that they can find out if job hirers discriminate against certain sounds.
"For instance, if someone had a very negative response to Georgia accents, a company would want to monitor that person's recruiting at places such as Georgia Tech," she says.
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The random variables $X$ and $Y$ have a joint density function given by; $$f(x,y)= \begin{cases} Kxy,\quad &0\leq x\leq 1,\; 0\leq y\leq 1,\\ 0,&\text{otherwise}. \end{cases} $$
Determine $K$ and find the density functions of the random variables $Z = \max(X,Y)$ and $T = \min(X, Y )$.
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Recall that for some $f(x, y)$ to be a joint density function, two things must be satisfied:
 1. $f(x, y)$ must be non-negative for all $x, y$.
 2. The area under $f(x, y)$ must be 1.
The first part is easily satisfied by noting that $K$ must be non-negative.
The second part can be satisfied by setting the integral of $f(x, y)$ to 1:
$$\int\limits_{-\infty}^{\infty}\int\limits_{-\infty}^{\infty}f(x, y)\,\mathrm{d}x\mathrm{d}y = 1$$
Which can be simplified to:
$$\int\limits_{0}^{1}\int\limits_{0}^{1}Kxy\,\mathrm{d}x\mathrm{d}y = 1$$
At this point it shouldn't be difficult to solve for $K$.
For the $\max$ and $\min$ questions, you could observe that
$$\max(a, b) = \begin{cases}a\quad a\ge b,\\b\quad \mathrm{otherwise}.\end{cases}$$ $$\min(a, b) = \begin{cases}a\quad a\le b,\\b\quad \mathrm{otherwise}.\end{cases}$$
which ought to help.
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Nightcaps were worn by men from the sixteenth to the eighteenth centuries, not simply for night attire, but for informal, domestic day and evening wear, specifically after the 1660s, to cover the head after removing the wig. Usually made of linen, and often lavishly embroidered with coloured silks and metal threads, they were made as close-fitting dome-shaped caps in the seventeenth century. In the eighteenth century they became looser, more like a turban, and were frequently worn with the nightgown or banyan, again, not for bed but for informal relaxing about the house, or even for entertaining family and friends.
The yellow nightcap in the main image dates from around 1700, and is entirely covered with floral embroidery on a split-stitch yellow silk ground, with blue silk ties and trim. The black and white print below shows an eighteenth century man sitting at ease in a similar cap, having taken off his heavy hot wig. The other embroidered cap below is more dome-shaped and dates from the early seventeenth century. It is highly decorated with silk and silver thread embroidery and stitched with popular classical motifs like the phoenix and the obelisk surrounded by a scrolling leaf and flower design. Blackwork caps were also common, as were white linen ones, quilted for warmth, or trimmed with expensive bobbin or needlelaces.
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The Wikipedia page for Joule heating explains
However, I wonder why they only talk about ions. Of course, electrons can easier interact with particles, which also have a long range field, but what about the non-charged particles which are also all around?
Is Joule heating only between electrons and ions?
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I guess they have metals in mind. For a solution (electrolyte) it is clearly not the case because each charged molecule (ion) is surrounded by neutral molecules (since most of the molecules are neutral) and in liquid molecules can't just fly through, they are in a constant collision.
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How to effectively remove exhaust gas from fire engines with special exhaust pipes? While needing a flexible solution that disconnects the system from the fire truck at call-out? This question Geovent receive from a customer.
The British Air Force uses American fire engines at their airports and these require a special solution to remove exhaust gas when the fire engines are started on call-out. This avoids the firefighters being exposed to the polluting exhaust gas.
Both the design of the nozzle and the position of the exhaust pipe were a challenge, but also that the nozzle has to be flexible during the call-out. At the same time, the customer wanted the solution to be operable from the ground, despite the size of the fire engines.
In a close cooperation with the customer, Geovent developed an arm on which the special suction head is mounted. The length of the arm allows the solution to be operated from the ground. An electromagnet is placed on the arm and is connected to the fire truck. When the fire truck leaves the fire station, the power to the magnet is switched off and the system is disconnected. This makes the solution both efficient and flexible, and solves the customer's challenges to full satisfaction.

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This is a list of names of forced laborers who were buried in the local cemetery of Braunschweig, Germany
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As in most parts of Germany, Braunschweig's industries utilized large numbers of forced laborers/prisoners, Jews and non-Jews, often securing them from concentration camps. Many of these workers died from various diseases or simply from exhaustion or starvation, and they were buried locally. In some cases the persons buried there were listed, in others not.
Ossie Schonfeld of Brooklyn had been deported from Czechoslovakia with his father, Abraham, to Auschwitz, and then to forced labor in Braunschweig. Abraham died there and, many years later, Ossie decided to go to Braunschweig and locate the cemetery. He did so and found the names of others who had died there. Exact dates of death are not known. The list appeared in The Jewish Press on August 18, 1995, and is reproduced from there.
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There are 217 records.
The file was submitted by Peter D. Lande
Thanks to JewishGen Inc. for providing the website and database expertise to make this database accessible. Special thanks to Susan King, Warren Blatt and Michael Tobias for their continued contributions to Jewish genealogy. Particular thanks to the Research Division headed by Joyce Field and the volunteer project coordinators.
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expressing reproof or reproach especially as a corrective
Find another word for reproachful. In this page you can discover 7 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for reproachful, like: disapproving, censorious, scolding, critical, admonitory, admonishing and reproving.


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What does breathability mean in a mattress?
Does it count to consider the breathability feature in a mattress?
If these are your question, let us first start with what breathability means. It is the feature that determines how well the air is circulated through the fabric. Therefore, if the mattress is breathable, it will remain cool and satisfying even when sleeping for long hours during hot sunny days. In short, breathability directly impacts your experience regarding health, comfort, and performance as a whole.
In addition, it also controls how many years the mattress will be able to serve you by mitigating wear and tear due to moisture and heat. As a result, enhancing the product's durability and reducing the mattresses vulnerability to an environmental factor.
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How Long Does a Mattress Last in generally?
If the breathability property is top-notch, nothing can hold it back to serve you for at least 7-10 years. However, speaking health and hygiene wise one should replace their mattress every 6 to 8 years.
The life of your mattress will also depend on other factors like how much weight it is carrying, how often you nap on it, the type of mattress you have chosen to install, etc.
Factors Influencing Mattress Lifespan
Like we have discussed, numerous factors determine the lifespan of your mattress. However, to follow a general thumb rule, watch out for the following factors:
The material of which the mattress is made has a substantial impact on how long a mattress last. For example, high-density polyfoam material last longer compared to low-density polyfoam.
2. Mattress Type
- How Long Does A Spring Mattress Last?
The average lifespan of the innerspring mattress is 5 to 6 years. As you shop for the particular mattress, you will find most of them contains pocketed coil allowing all the other coil to work independently. However, mattresses containing traditional coil system works together and counteracts each other's motion. Thus, to determine the durability, there are few points to consider:
- Coil gauge: Mattress containing coil gauge of fourteen or higher are firm while those below are soft. You will be tempted to buy the softer ones, but since they are thin, they have less durability.
- Pillow top: Also, look for pillow top features when determining durability. They add softness to the higher coil gauge.
- Mattress topper: If you purchase a quality mattress topper, it reduces the direct compression, increasing the mattress's lifespan.
- How Long Does A Foam Mattress Last?
A foam mattress usually lasts longer than eight years. However, it may vary depending on the foam it is made of:
- Polyurethane: It is the least expensive mattress you will find; however often compromises on durability. So, before buying, check the density it offers. The higher will be the density, the longer it will last.
- Reflex foam: Their durability is generally higher than the standard foam but is careful of their specification and sagging period.
- Convoluted: Convoluted foam is not well in durability. Though they provide the best kind of support, they are generally short-lived.
- How Long Does A Memory Foam Mattress Last?
The durability of memory foam mattresses is considerably high (6-7 years). However, the body weight you intend to apply and the product's density must be in accordance. If thinking of putting heavy pressure, the density should not be less than five lbs/ft3.
- How Long Does A Latex Mattress Last?
When considering a latex mattress, it lasts for 7 to 8 years. However, it will mainly depend on the blend the product has used in its mattress:
- Natural or synthetic: The product is made from two material types natural and synthetic. Generally, natural are more durable and give higher performance than synthetic ones.
- Replaceable layers: The comfortable layer is added to the mattress to install features like heat transfer, motion isolation, and bounciness. However, it slightly impacts the durability of the product by degrading its quality.
- How Long Does A Coir Mattress Last?
You can expect a coir mattress to last up to 3 to 5 years, after which they tend to sag and disorient. The main reason for this is that it is made from 100% natural coconut fibre, which often becomes vulnerable to environmental factors.
- How Long Does A Hybrid Mattress Last?
Since hybrid mattress is the combination of two or more mattresses, you will have to access the following points to access its durability:
- Density: As said earlier, it is a significant factor determining the product's durability, so it should be enough to carry an average person's weight and higher.
- Warranty: Another way to understand the product's durability is by looking at its warranty period. It should not be less than ten years.
3. Sagging Potential
It is general for the mattress to sag up, especially in areas where you place the heaviest part of your body, like hips and shoulders. This further leads to body pain and dis-alignment if the mattress is not replaced.
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4. Body Impressions Potential
Body impressions are a common factor influencing mattress durability. Because of this factor, you can see a semi-permanent print of your body on the mattress generally caused by sleeping in one position.
5. Premature softening potential
Every mattress softens after few regular uses. It is not a problem until it is normal softening. However, when it turns excessively soft, it sags up and affects the comfort and pressure-releasing ability of the bed.
6. Mechanical malfunction potential
This issue is mainly seen in smart beds, airbeds and other mattresses. When this factor gets affected, it impacts manual and remote control, air pumps and outlet connectivity.
7. Mattress Care
Like anything, when you take care of the mattress, it is expected to last longer. One way of increasing longevity is flipping the mattress every six months, given it is two-sided.
8. Mattress Warranty
Warranty offered by companies protect your mattress from early deterioration and saves you from incurring heavy maintenance charges. A standard warranty period extends to 10 years but always try to look for more for better durability.
When to replace a mattress?
Few signs that show it is time to replace your beloved mattress are:
- Other's bed whether at a hotel or a friend's home, seem more comfortable to you
- There is a sense of irritability or achiness when sleeping on your mattress
- Your mattress has gone some sagging and indentations
- The mattress has served you longer than 6-8 years
After gaining the above knowledge, it will be easy to determine the best mattress for yourself. Also, it will save you from developing any pain or disease from sleeping on a bad mattress. However, remember to change it after every six years for best performance.


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Picture of Dr. Stephen Babcock with his butterfat tester.
Dr. Stephen Babcock pictured with a butterfat tester
Dr. Stephen Moulton Babcock (_PHONE_), a professor at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, invented a test in 1890 that permitted farmers to measure the fat content of their milk. This enabled them to systematically produce cream, butter, cheese, ice cream, and other dairy products that met specific market standards. He is shown in this photograph in the mid-1920's, with a butterfat tester.
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My husband makes our own Biltong right here at home in the USA. It is the favorite cured meat snack of almost all South Africans and we cannot live without it!
It is really quick and easy to make with fresh beef that we find at Shoprite or Sam's Club. Since he makes it in small batches, the quality is really exceptional and it is ready to be eaten (the way l like it – fairly rare) within a couple of days after he has hanged it to cure.
The perfect high protein snack! Here is a bit of history about it and the method for making it
Biltong is a kind of cured meat that originated in South Africa. Many different types of meat are used to produce it, ranging from beef through game meats to fillets of ostrich from commercial farms. It is typically made from raw fillets of meat cut into strips following the grain of the muscle, or flat pieces sliced across the grain. It is similar to beef jerky in that they are both spiced, dried meats, but differ in their typical ingredients, taste and production process. The word biltong is from the Dutch bil ("rump") and tong ("strip" or "tongue").
The Dutch settlers who arrived in South Africa in the 16th century brought recipes for dried meat from Europe. Preparation involved applying vinegar, then rubbing the strips of meat with a mix of herbs, salts and spices. The need for preservation in the new colony was pressing. Building up herds of livestock took a long time. There was native game about but it could take hunters days to track and kill a large animal such as an eland and they were then faced with the problem of preserving a large mass of meat in a short time in a hot climate during a period of history before iceboxes had been invented. Desiccation solved the problem.
Biltong as we understand it today evolved from the dried meat carried by the wagon-travelling Voortrekkers, who needed stocks of durable food as they migrated from the Cape Colony (Cape Town) north-eastward (away from British rule) into the interior of Southern Africa during the Great Trek. The raw meat was preserved from decay and insects within a day or two, and within a fortnight, would be black and rock-hard after it had fully cured.
The most common ingredients of Biltong are:
- Black pepper
- Sugar or Brown sugar
Other ingredients often added include: balsamic vinegar or malt vinegar, dry ground chili peppers, garlic, bicarbonate of soda, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and saltpetre (saltpeter).
Prior to the introduction of refrigeration, the curing process was used by pioneers to preserve all kinds of meat in South Africa. However today biltong is most commonly made from beef, primarily due to its widespread availability and lower cost relative to game. For finest cuts, sirloin is used or steaks cut from the hip such as topside (top round) or silverside (bottom round). Other cuts can be used, but are not as high in quality.
Biltong can also be made from:
Game such as Kudu and Springbok
Ostrich meat (bright red, often resembling game)
Chicken, simply referred to as 'chicken biltong'
Fish in this case, known as bokkoms (shark biltong can also be found in South Africa).
Bokkoms should not be confused with other cured fish such as dried angelfish and dried snoek (snook).
Ideally the meat is marinated in a vinegar solution (cider vinegar is traditional but balsamic also works very well) for a few hours, and finally poured off before the meat is flavored.
The spice mix traditionally consists equal amounts of: rock salt, whole coriander, black pepper and brown sugar. This mix is then ground roughly together, sprinkled liberally over the meat and rubbed in. Saltpetre is optional and can be added as an extra preservative (necessary only for wet biltong that is not going to be frozen).
The meat should then be left for a further few hours (or refrigerated overnight) and any excess liquid poured off before the meat is hung in the dryer.
It is typically dried out in the cold air (rural settings), cardboard or wooden boxes (urban) or climate-controlled dry rooms (commercial). Depending on the spices used, a variety of flavors may be produced. Biltong can also be made in colder climates by using an electric lamp to dry the meat, but care must be taken to ventilate, as mold can begin to form on the meat.
A traditional slow dry will deliver a medium cure in about 4 days.
An electric fan-assisted oven set to 40-70 °C (100-160 °F), with the door open a fraction to let out moist air, can dry the meat in approximately 4 hours. Although slow dried meat is considered by some to taste better, oven dried is ready to eat a day or two after preparation.
Comparison to Jerky
Biltong differs from jerky in two distinct ways:
* The meat used in biltong can be much thicker; typically biltong meat is cut in strips approx 1 inch wide – but can be thicker. Jerky is normally very thinly sliced meat.
* The vinegar and salt in biltong, together with the drying process, cures the meat as well as adding texture and flavor. Jerky is traditionally dried without vinegar.
Biltong is a common product in Southern African butcheries and grocery stores, and can be bought in the form of wide strips (known as stukke, meaning "pieces"). It is also sold in plastic bags, sometimes shrink-wrapped, and may be either finely shredded or sliced as biltong chips.
There are also specialized retailers that sell biltong. These shops may sell biltong as "wet" (moist), "medium" or "dry". Additionally, some customers prefer it with a lot of fat within the muscle fibers, while others prefer it as lean as possible.
While biltong is renowned for being chewed as a snack, it can also be used in all kinds of recipes such as stews, or add in the fine form to muffins and pot bread. Biltong-flavored potato chips have also been produced.
Biltong's popularity has spread to many other countries, notably the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand which have large South African populations, and also to the United States. Biltong is also produced within South African expatriate communities across the globe, for example in Germany and even South Korea.
Here is one of our favorite ways to eat it, on whole grain bread, butter and cheese…yummy!


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A postdoctoral internship is an important stage in a researcher's career. Although these activities are limited due to the current situation worldwide, there are opportunities for virtual internships. Lithuanian Energy Institute accepted a researcher from the Riga Technical University (_URL_ for a virtual internship at the Center for Hydrogen Energy Technologies, who gained a lot of useful experience during the internship and expanded his knowledge in the field of surface analysis. The results obtained during the internship will be published in joint scientific articles.
It is gratifying that even in such a difficult time, we can provide young researchers the space to gain new experiences and broaden their horizons.


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Everyone knows the importance of a school in a child's life. From preschool to secondary education, every moment of our learning is related to school. The activities we enjoy, the things we learn, and the new skills we learn are gained from the school.
However, are school activities limited to schools only? The answer to this question is No. One can carry out school activities outside the classroom as well. It is also important for a person to enjoy school activities outside the classroom. This statement stands true in the case of toddlers.
Toddlers are more excited to learn new activities either during the classroom or outside the classroom. Now, let's see why enjoying school activities outside the classroom is important for a toddler and what are the activities that a toddler should enjoy outside the classroom.
Why Enjoying School Activities Outside the classroom a must for a Toddler?
Learning outside the classroom is important for a toddler. The age of toddlers is the learning and exploring age which makes it important for them to explore different activities. When a school activity is carried out only in school it can make them skill to a limited extent but when it is again carried out outside the classroom, a toddler learns the skill and gets a good hold on it.
After school, a toddler may feel bored during the day. The best way to solve this problem is to carry out school activities. This will make them revise the things and entertainment also comes with it. It can develop the toddler's mind and keep him/her physically and mentally fit.
3 Activities that can be carried outside the Classroom
- Crazy Train Game
A crazy train game is a toddler's game that is played with a group of friends. Usually, toddlers play this game during school hours. But, when this activity or game is played outside the classroom, the mental and physical health of the child can be easily maintained. A parent can ask the friends of their child to play this game.
- Sentence Race
Sentence Race is an activity where a student is asked to pick up words from a box having numerous vocabulary words. Usually, it is carried out in the classroom between students and teachers. But, a parent can carry out this activity outside the classroom.
This activity will help the child to learn vocabulary words and to make sentences from them. However, this game is not meant for toddlers, but it can be best for a child of 7-8 years.
Mime is an activity where a person enacts the things that are written on a piece of paper. A small chit of papers having actions written on them is added to a big bag. It can be either running or singing or any activity.
A kid will pick a chit from the bag and will enact the actions mentioned on it. This activity will help the child to become active and skilled in many other activities. Mental development with this activity is more.
Learning outside the classroom is equally important as learning in the classroom. The activities which are done in the classroom should also be carried outside the classroom.
It is not only important for toddlers but the children of 9-10 years also need to do these activities outside the classroom. Enjoying school activities outside the classroom is fun to do.


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This Thinking pathway card exercise draws on Cognitive Behavioural Theory (CBT) and has been designed as an interactive and engaging way to explore the participants' thinking pathways. The aim of the exercise is to get participants familiar with how what we believe affects how we think, and how we think affects how we feel, and together this influences our decisions and behaviour.
Card set features include:
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Arctic Keys is a virtual analog synthesizer for iPad featuring a classic dual-oscillator subtractive synthesis design.
Tweak. The two low frequency oscillators (LFOs) each have three modulation destinations. Each LFO may be free running or synced to tempo and the timing rate adjusted. The modulation matrix allows for deep routing between the Mod Wheel, Aftertouch and 16 x 4 analog-style gated step-sequencer. Quickly change pages to edit effects and sequences.
Perform. The classic arpeggiator is complimented by the 16 x 4 gated step-sequencer. Play a note to trigger the sequencer. Step through a sequence to play short melodic lines or let it modulate the synthesizer. The different key gating options may be used to change how the sequence is triggered. Each of the four tracks has an assignable modulation destination and loop point. Along with traditional Pitch and Mod Wheels, adjust the velocity by tapping along the length of the key from top to bottom. Change the key mode to mono for retro lead lines. Adjust the size of the keyboard or use a gesture to scroll through the octaves. Place the keyboard into Pitch mode and use multi-touch gestures to bend individual notes, while sliding up and down the keys to add Aftertouch.
Share. The live phrase recorder can save performances as 44.1KHz 16-bit WAV files and as a Standard MIDI File. The MIDI File includes all the knob control change information along with the notes played. Use Sonoma AudioCopy or Intua Audio Sharing to paste recorded audio directly into other apps. Arctic Keys allows saving and emailing of the patches, and sharing with Wi-Fi and iTunes File Sharing.
Key features at a glance:
- Alias-free analog modelling oscillators.
- 16x4 gate step-sequencer with deep modulation routing.
- Effects processors including EQ, distortion, chorus, and stereo delay.
- Multi-touch performance oriented keyboard with pitch bend, velocity and Aftertouch.
- Real-time phrase recorder with audio, MIDI, and patch file sharing • CoreMIDI support with Virtual MIDI Ports.


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California Science CenterEcosystems
Discover how environment affects living things—and vice versa—in a new immersive exhibit. Ecosystems
is divided into eight zones, each of which demonstrates a different ecological principle. In Extreme Zone, visitors feel the heat of a desert ecosystem and the chill of an "ice wall" in a polar ecosystem. Forest Zone includes an underwater kelp forest inhabited by such California coastal creatures as leopard sharks and moray eels. Island Zone, home to lizards and tropical fish, shows the workings of evolution in isolated habitats. Ecosystems
also features a Discovery Room especially designed for children seven and younger.Permanent ExhibitVisit the exhibit website
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text: The present work shows economic to the geoambientais aspects, partner, the economic process of occupation of the territory, aspects and ambient conditions of each city. Due to microregion it is located in the littoral area, the same one presents similar or even though equal characteristics. The occupation of the microregion if gave through the settling of the territory of Japaratuba, where the too much cities had been busy for indians, fishing and families who make possible the occupation and development of these areas. Currently the microregion presents population indices that the city of Japaratuba, Japoat and Pirambu indicates as bigger urban development. The microregion presents some decurrent factors of the action of the development that had harmed the environment of the region, however, it deserves prominence the Project of Protection Tartaruga Marinha (TAMAR) in Pirambu that, not only develops a work of protection of the fauna more also of the flora. 2 CONDICIONANTES GEOAMBIENTAIS OF the MICROREGION the state of Sergipe possess 75 cities. Due to similarity of ground, vegetation economic activity, these cities had been grouped in thirteen microregions.


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(Eventually learned about Git --no-ff, disabling "fast forwarding" on merges.)
[Contreras 2012] The fundamental difference between mercurial and git branches can be visualized in this example:
Merge example
GLEW COMMENT: Yes, this is a key difference.
We might talk about branches and sub-branches. 'Quick-fix' is a sub-branch of'master'.
There might be branches or paths that start off in the'master' branch, and end up in'some-other-branch'. Such a "crossing-branch" is not really a sub-branch at all.
In fact, a branch that is merged and then terminated is no longer a branch at all. At least, in trees, branches usually do not start off low down in the trunk, and then merge back into the trunk. Although this can be arranged by grafting. Hortitorture.
I would like to have better terms. "Streams" can diverge and recombine, but "streams" are too dynamic. "Paths" may be a better term, although paths can be bidirectional, and version control systems usually go forward in time. Paths can fork and merge. Paths may be created out of distinct stepping stone nodes.
(Hmm: railway "tracks" might be even better than paths. Similarly bidirectional. Tracks can fork and merge. Tracks can be shunts. Sidings. Tracks have railway ties => rather like nodes.)
(Or possibly roadways. Networks of one way streets. Side streets, dead ends, cul de sacs. Mutiple lanes, that may be divided - rather like the parallel streams we so often see. Service roads running beside major highways....)
(Later: perhaps "routes", as in rock-climbing? Rock-climbing routes are usually, mostly, one-way. Although I like downclimbing, most people rappel down; and down-climbing is different enough that down-climbing routes are frequently not the same as up-climbing routes.)
(Or, how about ski-trails? Again, mostly one-way, downhill in this case.)
But "branches" are the term most people use. Even though many people have different ideas about what a branch means.
So back to talking about branches and sub-branches. 'Quick-fix' is a sub-branch of'master'. 'Quick-fix' is one of the two paths that lead from the initial commit to the head of the master path above. The checkin "Quick fix" is on the branch(path) "quick-fix", and leads to the node "Merge branch quick-fix" on branch "master".
AFAICT git has no concept of a branch, a path, a contiguous directed linear subset of nodes, versus te set of all nodews/paths leading to a node.
Much of [Contreras 2012] amounts to confusion about these concepts.
And then piling on immutability, Mercurial's recording branch in the commit metadata.
Merge example
GLEW COMMENT: the way this graph is drawn is biased towards git's model, where the branch is designated by its youngest node. TBD: draw with 2 or more nodes on each path. Color the sets of nodes on each path as the branch.
One of GLEW'S OBSERVATIONS: the most important thing is to be able to give something a name. The next most important thing is to not be required to give it a name.
Mercurial's anonymous heads can be a pain. Just like arithmetic zero.
[Contreras 2012] Git forces you to either merge, or rebase before you push, this ensures that nobody else would need to do that
[Contreras 2012]
Pissant arrogance, lack of of imagination. Here's an example of why you might want the branch name: some workflows put a BugFix#, Issue#, or ECO#, in the branch name.
Sure, there are other ways to do that, both in git and other VCSes.
But: it's a convention, as are, usually, those other ways.
Here's another way of thinking about compatibility between VCSes: it would be nice if procedures and concepts ported. It would be nice if you could import from, say, Mercurial to git, and then export back to Mercurial, and get (almost) exactly the same repo.
Some articles and references
[StackOverflow 2009] := StackOverflow: Pros and Cons of Different Branching Models in DVCS
[Brad 1998] := Streamed Lines: Branching Patterns for Parallel Software Development TBD notes
[Contreras 2011] := Mercurial vs Git - It's All in the Branches. Nice overview, although Git biased.
[Contreras 2012] := No, mercurial branches are still not better than git ones; response to jhw's More On Mercurial vs. Git (with Graphs!)
[StackOverflow 2015 - add Git branch name to commit message]
 [Stackoverflow 2009 Jakub] := Git and Mercurial – Compare and Contrast - much liked by [Contreras 2011] TBD - notes
TBD: J. H. Woodyatt's blog post
[StackOverflow 2010 - Branch descriptions in git] - especially interesting to me because, along with mention of the then new branch description feature, VonC discusses shortcomings of that feature, and use of text files as a not-really-satisfactory but possibly better alternative.
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Minimize AHK GUI window to taskbar (not desktop, not tray)
Took me a long time to find this, so posting for the benefit of future-forgetful-me, and possibly others. (But not motivated enough to post to AHK fora or Stackexchange.)
I have an AutoHotKey script that creates several, possibly many, AHK gui windows. Number not known in advance. Dynamically. When user asks.
PROBLEM: when script first started running, minimizing these GUI windows minimized to the desktop. In a manner familiar to old X Windows users, from the days predating taskbars and docks, etc.
It did NOT minimize to the taskbar.
Nor did they minimize to the tray.
They minimized to the desktop.
Screen clipping:
You can see the generic AHK taskbar button and the icon for my guix-sebp.ahk script , which I manually pinned to the taskbar.
But you also see the littl;e non-taskbar minimized windows. Here it happens to be above the taskbar - in actuality, they might appear randomly, in the midle of a different display. Augh!!!
Many web.questions asking how to minimize to tray, I did not find anyone talking about minimizing to taskbar.
Much posting about hooking the XXGuiSize() function called when the AHK GUI windows are resized, maximized, or minimized. But XX here is the GUI window name. Since I don't know in advance how many such windows an instance will have, nor their names, I would have to generate such functions on the fly.
There does not appear to be a way to have all GUI windows share a single GuiClose() hook.
The way to minimize to taskbar:
GUI: "+E0x40000 would add the WS_EX_APPWINDOW style, which provides a taskbar button for a window that would otherwise lack one. " 'via Blog this'


Milestone Profiles: McCoy Tyner
McCoy Tyner
Milestone Profiles McCoy Tyner
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 1. The Greeting 7:58
 2. One Of Another Kind 7:05
 3. Naima 6:39
 4. Ebony Queen 8:58
 5. Sama Layuca 8:35
 6. The Enlightenment Suite, Part 1: Genesis 10:02
 7. Search For Peace 6:30
 8. Song Of The New World 6:50
 9. Impressions 8:14
Years before rock guitarists began playing what came to be called "power chords," a young McCoy Tyner was providing them pianistically in the seminal, seismic quartet led by John Coltrane. Tyner's oceanic voicings, ringing sound, surging lines in the right hand, and overwhelming rhythmic sense (particularly in the Afro-Latin vein) have made him one of the most instantly identifiable soloists in all of jazz.
In 1972, Tyner (b. 1938) began a long and productive relationship with Milestone Records that saw his music realized in nearly every possible setting. He's recorded solo piano recitals and super trios, led stellar midsize groups and large ensembles like the 14- and 16-piece groups that strikingly interpret two of his best-known originals, "Search for Peace" and "Song of the New World." The nine performances herein tellingly survey the work of one of the most influential improvisers of the past 45 years.
Find out more about McCoy Tyner
Telarc releases McCoy Tyner's finest moments from five stellar recordings. More


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You can set up Org for handling protocol calls from outside applications that are passed to Emacs through the emacsserver. For example, you can configure bookmarks in your web browser to send a link to the current page to Org and create a note from it using capture (see Capture). Or you could create a bookmark that will tell Emacs to open the local source file of a remote website you are looking at with the browser. See for detailed documentation and setup instructions.


Are squirrels driving your cat crazy?
Are squirrels driving your cat crazy? at
In 1997 when we shifted our focus to Feliway and helping cats get back to the litter box we quickly realized that one of the key triggers that caused stress for many indoor cats which can lead to litter box avoidance was the pesky presence of those cute bushy tailed rodents: squirrels. Squirrels running around outside have sent many a cat over the emotional edge.
Most cats find them to be cheap entertainment. But many cats find squirrels to be very annoying or threats to territory and this can lead to retaliation: peeing outside of the litter box, often right under a window. Even if a sensitive cat never sets foot outside (which is good, keep em indoors!) squirrels run along window sills, up and down trees, they get into bird feeders, and other antics all under the watchful eyes of our indoor cats.
We have long suspected that the quick ways squirrels zip around can really annoy and taunt cats. The defiant flicks of squirrel tails agitates many cats. And then there is that chittering sound they make. Traits that might seem cute to us often really irk and threaten even the most mellow feline.
A very easy solution to help steady your cats' nerves is the feed squirrels (and birds) out of view from windows and at the farthest place on your property.
You can also install one or two Comfort Zone with Feliway diffusers in the rooms where your cats squirrel-watch. This will do two things:
1) The pheromone is calming to your cat, less fighting among your feline family.
2) The pheromone sends the message: "I don't pee in this room."
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Let $X$ be a normed space and $(x'_n) \subseteq X'$ a sequence of functionals where $x_n'$ has $x'$ has its limit in the *-weak topology in $X'$. Show that $$ ||x'|| \le \operatorname{lim inf}_{n\to \infty} ||x'_n||. $$ I have no glue how to show this, do you have any hints?
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Fix $N$ an integer, and let $v_N$ of norm $1$ such that $\lVert x'(v_N)\rVert\geqslant \lVert x'\rVert -N^{—1}$.
Then write $$\lVert x'\rVert\leqslant N^{-1}+\liminf_{n\to +\infty}\lVert x'_n(v_N)\rVert$$
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Let $L=\liminf_{n\to\infty}\|x_n\|$. Consider a subsequence $x_{n_k}'$ so $\|x_{n_k}\|


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Treasures from the Past
During the Carboniferous Era, extensive forests of giant tree ferns dominated the earth.
Petrified trunks from Madagascar reveal cellular details of the extinct tree fern, Psaronius brasiliensis that lived about 270 million years ago. In life, the Psaronius probably resembled the present-day Cyathea tree ferns of New Zealand.
A unique and exotic gift item. (Candles not included)


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Subject: Programs for Examination
Last Revised: 01/11/2018
To ensure timely and ongoing attention to programmatic vitality, all academic programs within the UMS will be examined annually for the (a) number of graduates being produced, (b) the number of undergraduate majors, and (c) the number of faculty available to the program. The Programs for Examination process is intended as a proactive mechanism by which to foster broader collaborative discussions among faculty and academic administrators regarding program size in the context of mission, quality, and sustainability.
- Programs for Examination Thresholds – Programs not meeting the thresholds listed below must be examined by the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) and other appropriate academic administrators, in collaboration with the faculty, the Chief Academic Officers Council (CAOC), and the UMS Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (VCAA):
– number of graduates per year:
– Undergraduate: average five graduates per year over three years
– Master's: average of three graduates per year over three years
– Doctorate: average of two graduates per year over three years
– number of undergraduate majors: 15 (as determined by the number of active majors at the end of each academic year)
– number of tenure-track or just-cause eligible faculty: 3 (as determined by the headcount of faculty at the end of each academic year)
- Programs for Examination Academic Year Timeline –
a. By August 1 of each year – UMS IR office will provide a dashboard summary of graduates, majors and faculty by campus for each program in the UMS program inventory, and will have identified for the CAOs those programs not meeting the above thresholds;
b. In November of each year – each CAO will notify the VCAA of the following items for discussion with the CAOC:
i. reason(s) of why any program need not be examined further because of meeting critical university needs, regardless of the Programs for Examination criteria;
ii. programs not meeting the Programs for Examination criteria for which more examination is needed; for those programs for which questions remain, the CAO will communicate to the appropriate academic unit(s) the need for further information, analysis, discussion, etc.;
iii. progress on actions to address concerns for programs identified in the previous year of the Programs for Examination process;
c. In March of each year –
i.For discussion with the CAOC, the VCAA will have provided a written summary of those programs identified by the Programs for Examination process, but determined to meeting critical university needs.
ii.the CAOC will engage in a discussion of action plan outlines developed by each CAO to address low numbers of graduates, majors and/or faculty for any remaining program(s) identified by the Programs for Examination process.
- Other Considerations: Simple measures of numbers of graduates, majors and faculty are clearly only a subset of variables that provide insight into a program's role and function. Thus, for programs not meeting the thresholds, other considerations for subsequent discussions include: SCH production, provision of service courses, centrality to institutional mission or strategic plan, societal or workforce need, relevance and access to underrepresented groups, program uniqueness, K-12 or community college pathways, research impact, accreditation, ratio of part-time to full-time instructors, certification pass rates or other assessment outcomes, instructional cost, etc.


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Leg Length Discrepancy
Leg Length Discrepancy
What is a leg length discrepancy?
Leg length discrepancy means one leg is longer than the other. Discrepancies as small as a few centimeters can set off a chain of events, causing your child to walk and stand differently, which can lead to hip, knee, and/or ankle problems, and can lead to functional scoliosis (a curve in the spine caused by an underlying condition). Leg length discrepancies can be congenital (from birth). They also can be caused by bone disease, bone tumors, the treatments used to eliminate bone tumors, injuries that don't heal properly, and a number of other causes.
There are generally two kinds of leg length discrepancies:
- Structural discrepancy. This occurs when a leg bone is shorter than its corresponding bone in the other leg. For example, the thigh bone (femur) or the shin bone (tibia) is sometimes shorter in one leg.
- Functional discrepancy. This occurs when a condition above the leg causes the discrepancy. For example, a hip dislocation can cause this kind of discrepancy.
What are the symptoms of a leg length discrepancy?
Because children's bodies respond differently to leg length discrepancies, symptoms can vary. Common symptoms include:
- Obvious differences in length. While a discrepancy is not always obvious, if you are aware of a discrepancy, consult a physician.
- Problems with posture or gait. This might include limping, rotating the leg while walking, or toe-walking.
- Pain. The pain may occur in the ankle, knee, hip, or back.
How is a leg length discrepancy treated?
There are some nonsurgical treatments, such as orthotics, but often surgery is necessary to correct the discrepancy. Because children are still growing, the goal of surgery is not to correct the leg lengths for the current height of your child but to ensure leg lengths will be equal when your child is finishing growing. Often, this means your orthopaedic surgeon will need to take a series of measures over the course of 1-2 years in order to accurately predict your child's future height.
Each type of surgery for leg length discrepancy has its advantages and disadvantages. Options include:
- Epiphysiodesis. In this surgery, a bony ridge is fastened to the growth plate of the longer leg, preventing the leg from growing more and allowing the shorter leg to catch up.
- Epiphyseal stapling. In this surgery, staples are inserted into the growth plate of the longer leg, which slows down its growth.
- Bone resection. In this surgery, a section of bone is removed from the longer leg in order to match the size of the shorter leg.
- Leg lengthening procedures. Procedures to lengthen the shorter leg provide a child with the ability to reach his or her maximum height, but they also are technically difficult procedures, involving extended and painful physical rehabilitation and sometimes involving complications, such as wound infections, dislocations of the hip or knee, and other problems.
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CamRuler lets you measure (almost) anything that you can take a photo of. Now you don't need to carry a ruler around just to get a measurement - your phone's got you covered.
CamRuler produces measurements by utilizing a reference object of known dimensions in the image you wish to measure. The app comes pre-loaded with common objects such as:
-Coins and paper currency (US, CAN, UK, EU, AUS, MEX)
-Common paper sizes (8.5x11, Legal size, business card, index card)
All you need to do is take a photo (or have someone send you one) with your chosen reference object in it.
You can also create your own custom objects of known dimensions (so if your country's currency isn't pre-loaded, you can add it).
Another measurement option is using a custom reference length, which can be used to get distance measurements from maps with scale bars, as well as length measurements on microscope photos (micrographs and electron micrographs) given a length reference. CamRuler's custom reference length mode also works well if there is an image of a ruler in the photo.
CamRuler allows users to choose between many common units of measurement, both metric and imperial:
-Metric: nanometers, micrometers, millimeters, centimeters, meters, kilometers
-Imperial: inches, feet, yards, miles, nautical miles
You can also set a custom scale (architectural scale) for whatever you are measuring - things such as blueprints, designs, scale models and get the relevant measurement. CamRuler comes pre-loaded with common scales and also allows you to set your own.
CamRuler allows you to set a label for your measurements and save them as a screenshot to your phone's camera roll. You can also save images for future measurement.
CamRuler allows you to take new photos or use images in your phone's camera roll. This makes it easy to ask someone to send you a photo from a remote location - then you can measure it on the fly. Pretty useful!
Limitations: The measurements you make must be in the same plane (or as close as possible) as the reference object you select. Also, measurements will be more accurate when the reference object takes up more space in the image.
The accuracy of the measurements provided by CamRuler depend on the user's ability to correctly target the reference object. While it's possible to get accurate measurements with CamRuler, the measurements should be considered an estimate only, and should not be used where precision is required. Using a quarter as a reference object, accuracies within a millimeter can be achieved.
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regenerate your wordlist, do the following:
DELETE FROM search_words;
INSERT INTO search_words (word) SELECT DISTINCT lower(word) FROM (SELECT unnest(regexp_split_to_array(lastname, E'\\\\W+')) AS word FROM people) words WHERE word IS NOT NULL AND length(word) > 3;
What that does is explode the lastname field out into words (in case a lastname is multi-word), where each word is its own record. It also filters out excessively short words (optional). It then inserts these into the search_words table, which has a trigram index. So, now, if you want to fuzzy-match individual words, you can use the search_words table!
Anyway, additional fun can be had by using unaccent to remove accents before all of this processing, or other fun to massage your data however you feel is best. The important thing is that, for all but the most strenuous data sets, we can now keep all of the searching located within the database itself, managed by database tools, without having to rely on external search engines such as Lucene, which take time, management, machine power, and their own sets of headaches. Lucene itself often has to be hand-rigged for large datasets even. I am a big believer in pushing as much data work to the database as possible, and PostgreSQL keeps pushing the bar higher!


Quick Answer: What Does It Mean To Be Buck?
What does Buck mean in slang?
The definition of a buck is slang for a dollar, or an adult male animal, often with antlers..
What is a buck 50?
The Urban Dictionary defines a buck 50 thusly: A tear inflicted by a cutting instrument (e.g. a knife or a box cutter) in the skin of the cheek from one corner of the mouth toward the lateral ear. … After the fight, Mikey took out a knife and gave him a buck 50.
Whats does F mean?
How many bucks make a dollar?
Conversation Table (with latest exchange rate)BUCKS [SwagBucks]USD [US Dollar]1 SwagBucks=7.424252 US Dollar2 SwagBucks=14.848503 US Dollar3 SwagBucks=22.272755 US Dollar5 SwagBucks=37.121258 US Dollar7 more rows
What does Buck mean on Snapchat?
just money"Dollar (or just money)" is the most common definition for BUCK on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. BUCK. Definition: Dollar (or just money)
Is Buck and Dollar same?
Is bucks a slang word?
We have a lot of slang terms for money in the U.S. While the meaning behind some of these terms may seem obvious, it's less intuitive for others. "Bucks," which has become synonymous with "dollars" in modern vernacular, is one example of the latter.
What is a female deer called?
Buck DoeAnimal Names: Male, Female, and YoungAnimalMaleFemaleCatTomQueenCattleBullCowChickenRoosterHenDeerBuckDoe16 more rows
What does buck down mean?
Informal (chiefly U.S. and Canadian) to resist or oppose obstinately.
How did a dollar became known as a buck?
As the video explains, the exact origin of the term isn't 100% clear, but strong evidence suggests that people started calling dollars "bucks" in the 1700s likely thanks to deer; specifically, with the trading of deerskins. Deerskins were commonly used as a form of currency at the time.
What does a buck and a half mean?
one hundred dollars; a bet of one hundred dollars. He'd go a buck and a half apiece for as many as I could get…
What does it mean to get buck?
verb. to get crazy, go wild. The locals get buck at the skatepark.
What does it mean when a girl bucks?
unattractiveunattractive. That girl is buck. See more words with the same meaning: unattractive, ugly.
How much money is a buck 50?
Buck is a slang word for dollar, so "a buck fifty" means $1.50. cash (=money in bills and coins) I have $84.05 in cash.
What does it mean to buck your eyes?
Having bad or speckled eyes.
What is the meaning of 20 bucks?
Twenty bucks is an amount – a bet or wager – and is therefore singular. It means ' I have a twenty dollar note here which bets that …. … If it is a $20 bill,, the singular.
What is $1000 called?
$1000 notes are occasionally referred to as "large" ("twenty large" being $20,000, etc.). In slang, a thousand dollars may also be referred to as a "grand" or "G", "K" (as in kilo), or a "stack", a "bozo", as well as a "band".
Does a buck mean 100?
What position is the buck?
The BUCK position is a hybrid linebacker/defensive end somewhere between 6-foot-2, and 6-foot-5 and about 230 to 260-pounds. When the defense goes to a 3-man front the BUCK lines up off the ball in an outside linebacker spot, and when they show a 4-man front the BUCK lines up as a defensive end.


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The total population of Jiuzhai Valley National Park is just over 1,000, comprising of over 110 families. The nine Tibetan Villages of Jiuzhai Valley are He Ye, Jian Pan, Ya Na, Pan Ya, Guo Du, Ze Cha Wa, Hei Jiao, Shu Zheng and Re Xi. Although not officially discovered by the government until 1972, the earliest human activities have been recorded as dating back as early as to the Yin-Shang Period (16th - 11th Century B. C.)
The main villages that are readily accessible to tourists are He Ye, Shu Zheng and Ze Cha Wa along the main routes that cater to tourists, selling various handi-crafts, souvenirs and snacks. There is also Re Xi in the smaller Zha Ru Valley and behind He Ye village are Jian Pan, Pan Ya and Ya Na villages. The Valley's no longer populated villages are Guo Du and Hei Jiao.


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Where did the English Unwin family come from? What is the English Unwin family crest and coat of arms? When did the Unwin family first arrive in the United States? Where did the various branches of the family go? What is the Unwin family history?
Spelling variations of this family name include: Unwin, Unwyn, Unwynn, Unwine and others.
First found in Essex where they held a family seat from very ancient times, before and after the Norman Conquest in 1066.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Unwin research. Another 235 words(17 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Unwin History in all our PDF Extended History products.
More information is included under the topic Early Unwin Notables in all our PDF Extended History products.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were:
Unwin Settlers in the United States in the 17th Century
- Georg Unwin, who landed in Virginia in 1637
Unwin Settlers in the United States in the 18th Century
- John Unwin settled in Virginia in 1721
- Martin Unwin, who arrived in New England in 1737
- Francis Unwin settled in New England in 1770
Unwin Settlers in the United States in the 19th Century
- Earl Unwin, aged 9, who emigrated to America from Sheffield, in 1895
- Eliz. A. Unwin, aged 25, who landed in America from Shipley, in 1897
- George Unwin, aged 38, who landed in America from Nottingham, in 1899
Unwin Settlers in the United States in the 20th Century
- Edgar Walker Unwin, aged 36, who landed in America from London, in 1906
- Elorine Winifred Unwin, aged 15, who landed in America from Cambridge, in 1906
- Ada Unwin, aged 36, who settled in America from London, England, in 1909
- George E. Unwin, aged 37, who emigrated to America from London, England, in 1909
- Bertram Unwin, aged 21, who emigrated to the United States from New Market, England, in 1911
- Sir Raymond Unwin (_PHONE_), English prominent and influential urban planner
- Nicholas Unwin (b. 1962), British, is among the leading English pianists of his generation
- Commodore Edward Unwin VC CB Unwin VC, CB, CMG (_PHONE_), English recipient of the Victoria Cross
- Wing Commander George Cecil Unwin DSO, DFM & Bar (_PHONE_), English RAF wing commander
- Jim Unwin (_PHONE_), English rugby union international player
- Nora Sicer Unwin (_PHONE_), English children's illustrator and author
- Paul Unwin (b. 1957), English Oscar and BAFTA nominated film and television director
- Sir Stanley Unwin (_PHONE_), English publisher, co-founder of George Allen and Unwin (1914)
- Stephen D. Unwin, English physicist
- Stephen Unwin (b. 1960), English theatre director
- Shirley, Evelyn Philip. Noble and Gentle Men of England Or Notes Touching The Arms and Descendants of the Ancient Knightley and Gentle Houses of England Arranged in their Respective Counties 3rd Edition. Westminster: John Bowyer Nichols and Sons, 1866. Print.
- Ingram, Rev. James. Translator Anglo-Saxon Chronicle 1823. Print.
- Mills, A.D. Dictionary of English Place-Names. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1991. Print. (ISBN 0-19-869156-4).
- Hanks, Hodges, Mills and Room. The Oxford Names Companion. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2002. Print. (ISBN 0-19-860561-7).
- Lennard, Reginald. Rural England _PHONE_ A Study of Social and Agrarian Conditions. Oxford: Clarendon Press, 1959. Print.
- Bardsley, C.W. A Dictionary of English and Welsh Surnames: With Special American Instances. Wiltshire: Heraldry Today, 1901. Print. (ISBN 0-900455-44-6).
- Bowman, George Ernest. The Mayflower Reader A Selection of Articales from The Mayflower Descendent. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing. Print.
- Bede, The Venerable. Historia Ecclesiatica Gentis Anglorum (The Ecclesiastical History Of the English People). Available through Internet Medieval Sourcebook the Fordham University Centre for Medieval Studies. Print.
- Bolton, Charles Knowles. Bolton's American Armory. Baltimore: Heraldic Book Company, 1964. Print.
- Hinde, Thomas Ed. The Domesday Book England's Heritage Then and Now. Surrey: Colour Library Books, 1995. Print. (ISBN 1-85833-440-3).
The Unwin Family Crest was acquired from the Houseofnames.com archives. The Unwin Family Crest was drawn according to heraldic standards based on published blazons. We generally include the oldest published family crest once associated with each surname.
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In 1815 the Female Society for Instructing Poor Children was formed in Hagerstown. By 1827 more than 100 youngsters had been assisted by the organization. Many of the homeless, ages 5 to 12, found new homes, and were taught reading, writing and arithmetic. In addition to academic pursuits, girls were taught how to sew and knit.
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How useful is routine pre-endoscopy viral screening?
AbstractPre-procedural screening for hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are routinely done in several endoscopy centres in Nigeria. These tests constitute an additional layer of financial burden to the patients since most of them settle their medical bills out of pocket. At the same time, the burden of these viral infections on the society demands that all measures are taken to prevent their iatrogenic transmission. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of HBV, HCV and HIV among patients referred for gastrointestinal endoscopy so as to determine the relevance of routine screening before procedures. The study was a retrospective cross-sectional survey of patients referred to the Digestive Endoscopy Unit of the Babcock University Teaching Hospital, Ilisan-Remo, for endoscopy from January 2015 to December 2018. A total of 432 patients were included in the study. The mean age was 48.15 (±15.89) while the age range was 12-86 years. Of these, 240 (54.7%) were females while 199 (45.3%) were males. The results of the viral screening available in the record book varied: HBV (n = 419), HCV (n = 238) and HIV (n = 417). The prevalence of HBV, HCV and HIV was 4.3% (95% CI = 2.4% - 6.2%), 2.1% (95% CI = 0.4% - 4.2%) and 1.0% (95% CI = 0.2% - 1.9%) respectively. Fourteen (3.3%), 5 (2.2%) and 14 (3.4%) patients who were initially negative, were rescreened for HBV, HCV and HIV respectively for repeat endoscopy. None of these patients tested positive for the viruses. We found no evidence of viral transmission from endoscope to patients in our centre. Viral pre-screening for endoscopy in settings with low to moderate prevalence rates of HBV, HCV and HIV infections may not be necessary.
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Past and future editions of 'Local Authority Measures for National Indicators supported by the Tellus4 Survey'
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Release date: 04 February 2010 at
Theme: Children, Education and Skills | Department: Education | Coverage: England
Geographic breakdown: Local Authority and County
| Designation: Official Statistics not designated as National Statistics
Summary: Five National Indicators (NIs) are derived from data produced by the Tellus4 Survey. Statistics produced from the data are used to measure the following performance indicators: NI 50: Emotional health and well-being - children and young people user perception, NI 69: Percentage of children who have experienced bullying, NI 110: More participation in positive activities, NI 115: Reduce the proportion of young people frequently using illicit drugs, alcohol or volatile substances, NI 199: Satisfaction with parks and play areas.


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The compensation order
When a defendant is convicted of an offence, the Magistrates' Court can make a compensation order when passing sentence. A compensation order is intended to make the defendant compensate the victim of the crime. Subject to the below, the court must make a compensation order wherever possible – even where the victim can claim compensation in the civil courts.
A compensation order can either be a sentence in its own right, or more commonly, ancillary to the sentence imposed. Compensation can be ordered if the defendant is sent to prison – but only if the defendant has the means to pay immediately. If the magistrates decide that no compensation is payable, they must state their reasons in open court.
What does compensation cover?
The court must consider making a compensation order where the offence resulted in personal injury, loss or damage. Personal injury includes psychological injury. In relation to property stolen, if the property is recovered but in a damaged condition, compensation can still be ordered regardless of whether or not the defendant was responsible for the damage. All that matters is that the damage was caused whilst the property was out of the owner's control as a result of the theft.
What is excluded?
Compensation is not generally payable to the dependents of a victim who has died, except for funeral expenses.
Compensation will not be ordered where the injury, loss or damage resulted from a road traffic accident unless there is a conviction under the Theft Act 1968; or the offender is uninsured and the Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB) will not cover the loss. The MIB is funded by all UK insurance holders and compensates victims of uninsured drivers. Personal injury and damage are covered (except for the first £300 of a claim for damage).
Fixing the amount of compensation
It is for the prosecution to establish the value of loss and to produce up-to-date and detailed evidence in support. The offender may also make representations.
The prosecution's evidence will often be in the form of a victim statement setting out, for instance, the price of the stolen or damages items (with a receipt), or detailing the nature and extent of any personal injuries sustained. The magistrates will follow formal guidelines to ascertain the appropriate amount of compensation to award for personal injuries – subject to a maximum of £5000 per charge.
However, the magistrates must balance the requirement to order compensation against the defendant's ability to pay. Payments by instalments are common and magistrates' guidance suggests that the amount ordered should be paid between a period of 13 and 52 weeks.
Varying a compensation order
The defendant can appeal a compensation order within 21 days. During this time, the order is enforceable and the defendant must make payments. However, if the appeal is successful any payments made by the defendant will be refunded.
The Magistrates' Court can discharge or reduce the order in certain circumstances:
- where a lesser amount has been awarded by a civil court;
- where the defendant has a subsequent reduction in their finances which is likely to continue for some time so that they are unable to pay either the whole or part of the compensation;
- where the property stolen is partly or fully recovered, and;
- where a confiscation order has been made in the same set of proceedings and the defendant's means are insufficient to comply with both orders.
Compensation and deprivation orders
The court can make a deprivation order in some cases, unless it will cause undue hardship to the offender. If it is satisfied that the defendant was in possession of, or in control of, property used or intended for the purposes of committing or facilitating the commission of any offence, then the court can deprive the defendant of this property.
For example, if the defendant used a car to commit a series of shoplifting offences then the court could make a deprivation order, and the proceeds of sale of the car can then be used to compensate the shop owners.
Compensation and confiscation orders
The Magistrates' Court cannot currently make confiscation orders except in very limited circumstances. The prosecution must therefore apply to the Crown Court for the offender to be committed to the Crown Court for confiscation to be considered under the Proceeds of Crime Act.


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Text::Table::CSV - Generate CSV
This document describes version 0.023 of Text::Table::CSV (from Perl distribution Text-Table-CSV), released on 2019-11-29.
use Text::Table::CSV; my $rows = [ # header row ['Name', 'Rank', 'Serial'], # rows ['alice', 'pvt', '123456'], ['bob', 'cpl', '98765321'], ['carol', 'brig gen', '8745'], ]; print Text::Table::CSV::table(rows => $rows);
This module provides a single function,
table, which formats a two-dimensional array of data as CSV. This is basically a way to generate CSV using the same interface as that of Text::Table::Tiny (v0.03) or Text::Table::Org.
The example shown in the SYNOPSIS generates the following table:
"Name","Rank","Serial" "alice","pvt","123456" "bob","cpl","98765321" "carol","brig gen","8745"
table function understands these arguments, which are passed as a hash.
Required. Takes an array reference which should contain one or more rows of data, where each row is an array reference.
Optional, default true. Whether to print the first row (which is assumed to be the header row).
Please visit the project's homepage at _URL_
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Please report any bugs or feature requests on the bugtracker website _URL_
When submitting a bug or request, please include a test-file or a patch to an existing test-file that illustrates the bug or desired feature.
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The present study was designed to investigate if the presence of asymptomatic malaria parasiteamia in pregnant women will compromise their ability to respond to full dose of tetanus toxoid immunization during their antenatal clinic visits. Hence, 90 apparently healthy pregnant women who had completed the tetanus toxoid immunization during the current pregnancy were recruited at the antenatal clinic and were divided into two groups based on the antenatal record of malaria paras during the immunization period. Sixty (66.7%) of the pregnant women were seroreactive for Plasmodium falciparum
histidine rich protein- (HRP)-2 while 30 (33.3%) were seronegative for Plasmodium falciparum
HRP-2. The malaria parasite density range for the seroreactive group was between 322 and 1045 parasites per ml of blood. The blood concentration of Tetanus toxoid antibody response in both groups of seroreactive and seronegative HRP-2 pregnant women did not show any significant difference in tetanus toxoid antibody response (p>O.2). This result showed that the presence of asymptomatic IPlasmodium falciparum
malaria parasiteamia in the pregnant women during the immunization schedule did not compromise the ability to respond to tetanus toxoid immunization. Hence asymptomatic malaria may not contribute to the prevalence of neonatal tetanus in Nigeria, however, there is need to treat these pregnant women for asymptomatic malaria when detected in order to reduce the burden of malaria on them.