A simple example of a polarized transverse wave is vibrations traveling along a taut string (see image); for example, in a musical instrument like a guitar string. Depending on how the string is plucked, the vibrations can be in a vertical direction, horizontal direction, or at any angle perpendicular to the string.
Commission on Narcotic Drugs considers future of drug control. 14 March 2008 - The 51 st session of the annual Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) wrapped up today.
November 20, 2008. The greatest danger in taking too much of any kind of narcotic pain reliever is respiratory depression. Opioids slow your breathing. If you take too many opioids, there is a risk that you will go to sleep and simply stop breathing. This is generally what happens in accidental drug overdoses.