Thursday, March 26, 2020
What Is Shielding Chemistry?
What Is Shielding Chemistry?For many generations, shielding chemistry has been a popular subject. This area of science focuses on the quality of shielding techniques in that it can be used to protect both basic materials and complex devices, and also for their protection from other kinds of pollutants. A shielding technique is usually a combination of elements with different properties that are used to form a material, which is then put into an enclosure.Generally, the barrier is formed from a semi-solid material, and this is referred to as the general shield. There are two types of shielding techniques that are commonly used for devices, the layered shield and the discrete shield. Both techniques have different approaches in that they use different elements, structures, textures, and materials.Layers: A layer of metal or another material is inserted in between two sides of the device. This layer is to provide a certain level of protection to the device. For instance, it may be a foi l sandwich that is to be placed between two layers of copper and nickel. This is one of the most common techniques for shielding in today's modern times.Sub-sub-sub-substances: Many shields have very small sub-sub-substances that are commonly known as 'permeations' of this shielding technique. Permeation shields are widely used as shielding methods for hydrogen, acids, and gases. They are highly efficient in providing high efficiency at a low cost.Discrete Shield: A discrete shield can be divided into three main components, these components are the encapsulating shield, and the emission shield. The encapsulating shield is to prevent the device from having too much heat. The emission shield helps in the reduction of the noise as the device is placed in a static environment.The field of shielding chemistry is highly complex, with many different shielding materials that can protect a wide range of devices from different kind of threats. Depending on the specific use of the device, a di fferent shielding technique can be used to protect the device from certain threats.Therefore, shielding chemistry is indeed a special technique that has its own merits, challenges, and benefits. We strongly suggest that you take the time to explore this exciting field before proceeding any further.
Friday, March 6, 2020
Patience and the Learning Curve - Introvert Whisperer
Introvert Whisperer / Patience and the Learning Curve - Introvert Whisperer Patience and the Learning Curve While we are constantly facing the challenge of change, often it means we have new things to learn. Ugh! That can be painful all by itself. But, have you ever noticed that many times when you are learning that when the pain increases, the patience decreases? Pearl of wisdom time: First: You will feel uncomfortable during a learning curve. Itâs part of the process called transition and itâs how we tick. Any new endeavor you plan to take on, however well intended, will have its moments of discomfort. Second: A learning curve and many important things in your life and career require patience combined with tenacity. I think as a society we are losing our patience because of how fast things move due to the Internet. Yet, weâre human and our ability to learn and change moves differently. You have to stay patient with you and set your expectations realistically. Practice patience my friend. You will appreciate you when you do. Go to top Let me emphasize that Self-Promotion doesnât have to be obnoxious to be effective. But, if you donât Self-Promote you, who will? If you ever want to get ahead, you have to learn how to Self-Promote. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my video that shows you simple, yet effective ways to Self-Promote. Start watching now by clicking here! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer
Words Culpable to Temerity - Private Tutoring
Words Culpable to Temerity BobbiM May 6, 2014 Here are some useful words you need to know. Now LEARN them! Culpable; adj. At fault; deserving blame. We knew he was culpable for robbing the bank because of the expensive things he bought the day after. Decry; v. To openly condemn. Dont decry her. She can make her own choices! Mom yelled at me as I started to berate my sister for her poor choice. Denounce; v. To condemn, criticize, or accuse. I denounce him as a cheater from all Ive heard of him from broken-hearted girls. Deplore; v. To express strong dislike or disapproval; to condemn. I deplore my younger sisters actions but I try to support her when she tries to change her life. Deprecate; v. To belittle; express disapproval; deplore. The teachers deprecating tone hurt my feelings. Despise; v. To look down on with contempt or scorn. I despise her because of the big argument we had last year. Disparage; v. To speak in a disrespectful way; to belittle; to reduce in esteem. I hope you dont disparage them just because you have conflicting views. Excoriate; v. To censure severely; to denounce; to scold; to rebuke sharply. Be careful that after you excoriate those around you they start to despise you. Objurgate; v. To scold sharply; to berate. The lab technician was quick to objurgate the intern for messing up the equipment. Reprehensible; adj. Deserving rebuke, scolding, or censure. Her reprehensible behavior at dinner made it easy for her father to ground her. Reproachful; adj. Deserving reproach or blame. He looked at me reproachfully and I knew then that he thought I had committed the crime. Reprove; v. To voice reproof or disapproval; to find fault with. I reproved her for bullying the new kid in school. Foolhardy; adj. Recklessly careless; unwisely daring. His foolhardy action of slamming on his brakes periodically almost caused an accident. Hotheaded; adj. Quick to anger, quick to act, often without regard to the consequences. He is so hotheaded that everyone tiptoes around him as to not make him mad. Impetuous; adj. Impulsive and passionate, sometimes marked by violent force. Sometimes my impetuous actions prove to harm my future. Impulsive; adj. Inclined to act on impulse rather than on thought; acting without thinking things through. Impulsive behavior is the cause of a lot of hurt in others lives. Insolent; adj. Bold; arrogant; rude; rash and disrespectful. The insolent brat mocks me and imitates me in front of her friends! Madcap; adj. Behaving impulsively, madly, or rashly, with little thought or consideration of consequences. My madcap adventure left me stranded on the highway with an empty gas tank. Offhanded; adj. Performed extemporaneously, without forethought or planning. His offhand speech was rushed but from the heart. He was surprised he came up with the speech that earned a standing ovation. Perilous; adj. Full of or involving peril or great danger. My perilous journey trekking across the Midwest ended with much welcome. Rash; adj. Characterized by or resulting from ill-considered haste or boldness; reckless. Instead of making a rash decision, I think long and hard before coming to a final decision. Reckless; adj. Indifferent to or disregarding of consequences; careless. I am reckless when I make decisions involving love. I decide before I think. Temerity; n. Reckless disregard for danger or ones own safety; recklessness. My temerity in encouraging her on the stage resulted in us both tripping on the stairs.
Thursday, March 5, 2020
Volunteer Tutors Share Impact Of Tutoring
Volunteer Tutors Share Impact Of Tutoring Volunteer Tutors Share Impact Of Tutoring Volunteer Tutors Share Impact Of Tutoring September 2, 2015 Please watch this 90-second video to hear firsthand accounts of Heart Math Tutoring from the programâs volunteer tutors, students and educators. In 2015-16, Heart will serve 350 elementary students in seven Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. âThis is our opportunity to give back to kids, the future â" a chance to give back⦠one hour per week â" what you see out of these kids, itâs well worth it,â â" Chris Gialanella, second year #VolunteerWithHeart. âSelfishly for me what I would share is that itâs the best of starting of starting my week getting to come into an elementary school and be able to measure the impact of just 30 minutes of my time on one kid? Thatâs tremendous.â â" Sheila Wheeler, sixth year #VolunteerWithHeart. Sign up now to become a tutor for one hour a week, please click here for more information.
Huntington Learning Center Offers Tips to Help Students Embrace Positive School Habits
Huntington Learning Center Offers Tips to Help Students Embrace Positive School Habits Whats the difference between a child who is a productive student and one who struggles to stay organized and get things done? Good habits, says Eileen Huntington, Co-founder of the Huntington Learning Center. Its simple but true: good school habits can make all the difference in a childs academic success, says Huntington. If you teach your child from an early age to acquire positive habits, you will equip him or her with the tools to flourish. Huntington offer several suggestions for parents to help their children develop better habits. Establish routines that work. Children benefit from structure and routine in many ways. A reliable routine helps children learn to be responsible, take ownership of their to-do lists and feel confident in approaching new and familiar tasks. Top 3 tips for children: Plan ahead to avoid procrastination, break large tasks into smaller steps, and create a homework chart or tracking system (and review each night). Get organized. Good organization helps children use their time wisely and feel and act more independent. On the other hand, a child who has difficulty staying on top of multiple prioritiesfrom school assignments to extracurricular activitieswastes time and likely suffers from unneeded stress. Top 3 tips for children: Develop a homework organizational system and stick to it, create and maintain a neat, stocked study area, and put things awayfrom pencils to backpacksin the same place every time. Focus on study skills. There are obvious study pitfalls that your child should avoid to be an effective student, such as cramming and procrastinating. You can help your child make the most of study time by encouraging organization, time management and tried-and-true study techniques. Top 3 tips for children: Set ground rules to improve concentration (i.e. sufficient sleep and food and no TV or electronics during study sessions), develop a nightly plan to keep study sessions on track, and develop long-term study schedules for concepts that require repeated review or multi-step projects. Take note of when your child is at his or her best. Finally, pay attention to what works for your childkeeping in mind that all children learn differently. Is your child most productive doing homework immediately after school or after activities and dinner? When studying, does your child do better independently or with a study partner? Does your child prefer a planner notebook or a planner app? Top 3 tips for children: Try out different study approaches and organizational systems, ask teachers for suggestions for effective study strategies, and stick to habits that yield positive results. Helping your child develop and hone good habits in all aspects of his or her academic life will benefit your child in the long run. Talk with your child about the habits that yield positive results and those that do not, says Huntington. Then, establish effective habits that help your child achieve his or her best. In time, your child will be a more successful student. About Huntington Huntington is the tutoring and test prep leader. Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntingtons mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help at www.huntingtonhelps.com. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com.
Irvine Tutoring Tips 5 Things to do This August to Prepare For School
Irvine Tutoring Tips 5 Things to do This August to Prepare For School Irvine Tutoring Tips: 5 Things to do This August to Prepare For School Irvine Tutoring Tips: 5 Things to do This August to Prepare For School I know many students will roll their eyes at the thought of this post, but school is just around the corner, and itâs better to prepare now than fall behind. Donât worry; youâll still be able to enjoy your final weeks of vacation all while getting your brain in gear for the school year. Odds are youâve been doing some form of school work, whether it be test prep for the summer ACT/SAT or taking a summer class. For those who havenât even touched a book in weeks, thatâs okay too! Thereâs plenty of time to get your brain back in shape. As a private Irvine academic tutor, I know the importance of furthering your education over the summer. From applying to college to scoring high on important tests, students have a lot on their plates and canât afford to take months off from learning. Luckily summer learning can be fun and focused on your interests check out some of our past blog posts for ideas such as educational family trips and blogging. Here are five things you can do this August to help you prepare for the first day of school. 1. Hire a Private Irvine Tutor The best part about hiring a back-to-school Irvine tutor is that they work with your schedule. That way you can still fit in a few final summer activities without it interfering with your tutoring. Whether you are preparing for a specific class or just want to get the rust off in subjects such as math and science, our private Irvine academic tutors are here to help you succeed. 2. Make a Calendar This one is particularly important for students starting college in the fall. With a higher level of education comes more responsibility. Donât expect the University to hold your hand and make sure you are doing everything you need to before classes start. Check your schoolâs calendar and add any important due dates, meet and greets, etc. into your personal calendar. Keep in mind that some classes require you to read a book before classes start. Thereâs no shame in adding âstart reading that book!â into your calendar. 3. For Parents: Review Standards For Upcoming Year Most schools will allow you to see the learning standards for the upcoming year. These will include topics covered especially helpful in science and social studies. For example, if your student is set to learn about California history in the upcoming grade, take them to CA Historical Museums over the summer. Not only will the give them a leg up, but help them put what they are learning into context. 4. Put Away Your Phone and Pick Up a Book Letâs be honest, how many hours did you spend this summer staring at your phone? No judgment, just wanted to put that into perspective. Take a break from your phone and pick up a book. The good news is you can read something you want to read instead of an assigned book. Without even realizing it, you are improving your writing and reading skills while you enjoy a little book break (READ: 5 Ways to Get Your Kid to Love Reading). 5. Review How Last Year Went Take a moment to review how your previous school year went. While itâs important to focus on your grades and test scores, think about why you scored the way you did. For instance, were you overwhelmed when you signed up for a Spanish club? Make a note of these things and plan your upcoming year accordingly. Learning from your mistakes and achievements can help make the year go much smoother. Itâs never too early to book your private Irvine tutor for the new school year. Call TutorNerds today for more information. Members of the TutorNerds team and our private tutors write every blog post. If you have any questions about our blog, please email us at pr@tutornerds.com.
Whats in Your Nanny Bag 10 Items Nannies Should Bring With Them to the Job
What's in Your Nanny Bag 10 Items Nannies Should Bring With Them to the Job Image via Pixabay.com 1. Contact list First and foremost, you should have a list of phone numbers given to you by the parents or guardians. This list should contain phone numbers for them, the childrenâs physicians, any nearby relatives, and neighbors that you might need to reach out to in case of an emergency. Have this list with you at all times during the job so that you will be prepared if anything was to happen. 2. Books This is for you and the children. Bring you a copy of a book to read while the kids are down for a nap, and have something nice to read to them before bed or before that nap. 3. Snacks and drinks Those kids are going to start running low on energy at some point during the day. If youâre out and about, itâs nice to bring along some fun snacks to keep the kids feeling energetic and playful. A few water bottles or some juice pouches will help them stay hydrated, too. Consider yogurt, apples, pretzels, and packaged crackers for snacks. You can also check out this list of fun snacks you can prepare ahead of the job and bring along with you in your bag that will have the children thinking youâre the coolest nanny around. Image via Pixabay.com 4. Games Looking at an evening indoors? You should consider packing a few games into your nanny bag. They can be store-bought board games such as Operation or Candyland, or card games like Go Fish and Old Maid, or you could do a combination of either type of game. Keep in mind what the childrenâs ages are when deciding which games to bring along. You can also get creative and make your own games for the children to play just by using a few common tools. Another thing to think about is the childrenâs interests. If you know theyâre all big fans of DC superheroes, you can research and write up some trivia questions based on the DC universe and then reward the winners with some fun DC-themed prizes! 5. Rules and important information from parents or guardians Before you arrive for any job, you should meet up with the parents and go over any rules they might have in place for the children. If they have a strict rule about not watching TV after seven oâ clock in the evening, take a note so that you wonât forget or be âmisinformedâ by children eager to stay up late and watch TV. A list of any food or other types of allergies, prescribed medications, and dosages is another important item to get from parents before your stay with the children starts. Read over it and have it memorized so that youâll be more than ready to snap into action if something were to happen. 6. Extra set of childrens clothes Sometimes, there are accidents. If Billy spills sticky grape juice on the front of his shirt while on the way to the park, youâll be happy to have something easy for him to swap into. Instead of speeding back to the house, you will have the clothes right there with you in the bag that Billy will be able to change into. So, you wonât have to postpone the trip and thereâs more daylight for Billy to play and have fun! 7. Extra clothes for you Packing an extra set of clothes for yourself could save you the trouble of having to drive all the way back to your home to get an extra shirt. This is just in case Billy drinks too much before getting on the swing and gets sick all over your outfit or if thereâs any other kind of accident that will require a change of clothes. It never hurts to be prepared! Image via Pixabay.com 8. Craft items Keeping a small stash of craft supplies in your nanny bag will ensure that your kids will stay entertained and get to show off their creative side! Suggest that the children make something for their parents and then hand out pieces of felt, yarn, stencils, colored construction paper, magic markers, fake feathers, beads, glue, glitter and let them decorate to their heartsâ content. This online list of kidsâ craft ideas can give you a starting point if your kids love crafts and want to make more. 9. First aid kit Your nanny bag should have a first aid kit packed into it in case thereâs a cut or scrape you need to handle. Your first aid kit should contain Band-Aids, antiseptic wipes, gauze, and other basic medical supplies that can be used to treat minor injuries. 10. Cell phone Youâll need to be able to get in contact with the parents if thereâs an emergency or anything that needs to be reported to them immediately. Also, if there happened to not be a house phone, how else will you be able to call and order you and the kids a delicious pizza for a movie night? What do you pack in your nanny bag? Share with others by posting in the comments section below!
Can We Please Stick With True Journalism
Can We Please Stick With True Journalism Photo credit- Google Images Given all of the recent misreporting and media frenzy, it might be time to make sure those of dedicated to writing remember what true journalism looks like. Breaking a story in todayâs fast-paced digital world is important, but accuracy still weighs in a little heavier. Break the story, but donât report information until it is proven accurate through fact-checking. A journalist can break a story with minimal details and update the public after credible sources can confirm additional information. In times of uncertainty and frenzy, misinformation only adds to the chaos. Itâs important to remember these aspects of true journalism for the sake of public sanity (and your job): Get accurate info- If you do nothing else, at least get the facts rather than some clip of information that might sound true. Reach out to multiple solid sources. Relying on only a few questionable sources in an effort to break a story diminishes a journalistâs credibility. Be patient- a true journalist understands the importance of waiting a little longer to let the story unfold. The big picture is oftentimes more revealing than the short story at the forefront. Remain objective- emotional situations can lead to improper reporting. Objectivity is a journalistâs greatest asset when the facts need to be laid out for the public. Report the happenings, not the emotion behind them. Stay open-minded- Remember keep your eyes and ears open. Many times, the best story is an accident. Focus on the story at hand, but be willing to travel a little off course if necessary. Journalists have a code of ethics to follow and a standard to strive for. Reporting to the public is one of the most difficult jobs a person can undertake. Just one reporting mishap can make an entire organization look bad. Breaking headline news is only beneficial when the facts are checked, well written, and relevant.
Study Nuclear Chemistry Topics - Gets Into a Career
Study Nuclear Chemistry Topics - Gets Into a CareerIf you want to get into a career in the world of nuclear chemistry, it's definitely a good idea to take some basic classes as a freshman or sophomore. This can be on campus or at a community college, but if you are looking for a career that's fun and interesting, it's definitely a good idea to get a couple of courses under your belt before you choose a school.What type of classes should you take? Nuclear chemistry topics are wide-ranging, ranging from ionizing radiation to radioactive elements and isotopes. It's difficult to cover everything in just one course, so you'll need to take several courses. It will help you identify what kind of chemistry topics you want to study.The topics of course depend on what kind of professional you want to be. Some might choose to become nuclear physicists, where they study the science of nuclear fission. Others might choose to work in industry, as radiation professionals. Even those with an interes t in medicine may choose to become nuclear pharmacists, who study medicine's use of radioactivity. There are more different types of topics than just these, so do your research to choose a topic that you are interested in.What are the requirements for taking a course? Usually, you must take the course by taking it while you are a junior or senior in high school. You will also need to be an undergraduate student with a solid grade point average. In some cases, you may have to take a science test, but not always. If you don't have a high school diploma, then you may be required to take a GED or Advanced Placement course.After taking a course, you will be required to take a LIFE science test and get a GPA in order to keep taking courses in your field. What does that mean? That means you'll have to study hard and really improve your grades in order to get into the school of your choice.Depending on which life science test you take, it can determine your school and career options. To fin d out about the specific requirements for a particular life science test, check online or ask your guidance counselor. Sometimes the requirements are spelled out by state, but this information is usually less important, because it varies from state to state.You may choose to take the course with no guidance counselor, which is a possibility if you have a good grade point average already. That's fine, but you won't be able to finish the course unless you take the necessary AP courses. But if you take the AP course and get a grade of C or better, then you'll be able to fulfill the course requirement and take the exam, which will let you determine which school you want to go to.
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