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divergence as well as the consequences in terms of French political, social, cultural and economic life during the course of the nineteenth century? Ancien Regime France was the financial, demographic and cultural hub of Europe. A large unified landmass, a vast rural population and effective centralized governance, positioned the Hexagon to thrive in pre-industrial world. A combination of economic, social and political changes turned many of these strengths into weaknesses. The Industrial…

Water, a natural resource deemed to be a right, is fast depleting. Our planet’s fresh water reserves present an unfavorable picture, with only 1% out of 3% accessible for direct human use. This scarcity, fueled by unequal distribution amongst countries caused by geographical and political obstacles, raises the potential of “water wars”. Such concerns are exacerbated by uncontrollable population growth, pollution due to industrialization and modernization, and climate change. A new approach to…

When Allie woke the next morning, the outdoor decor was dark, windy, and gloomy - A low-lying mist covered the entire harbor, obscuring from view the forts and any ship that might dare sail in those conditions. The aroma of salt was stronger than usual in the air- Allie inhaled deeply before she sat down to drink her coffee. Mary O’Toole had warned her that the weather was getting bad out when she brought her coffee up. “A storms a brewing for sure,” said Mary. Allie did not mind the rain, but…

We start in the time period of about 1803, this is all how the notorious adventure begins. Thomas Jefferson president at the time had an interest in the Louisiana territory owned by the French so with the help of the U.S. Senate he purchases it. Which is known today as the Louisiana Purchase. After Jefferson discussed exploring the New Land beyond the “great rock mountains” he appointed his personal secretary Meriwether Lewis to voyage to the ocean. Lewis asked for help on this trip by a man…

Gold Rush: The California Gold Rush was the biggest mass relocation in American history since it realized 300,000 individuals to California. It began on January 24, 1848, when James W. Marshall discovered gold on his real estate parcel at Sutter's Mill in Coloma. The news of gold rapidly spread around. Individuals from Oregon, Sandwich Islands (now Hawaii) and Latin America were the first to hear the breaking news, so they were the first to touch base so as to test their fortunes in California…

Antifreeze Proteins in Antarctica Fish The shifting of the earth’s continents, a geological factor which has occurred for millions of years, changes our world. Hundreds of species live on earth and millions before our time have walked on its land and swam in its waters. Nevertheless those species change. They either adapt to anything life throws at them or they die off. It is an evolutionary process which is undergone time and time again. Species die and species evolve. Habitats alter and…

As a result of new contacts among Western Europe, Africa, and the Americas, social and economic transformations occurred in the Atlantic world from 1492 to 1750. Many social changes occurred in these regions as a result of new contacts. Economic changes had great effects on West Europe, Africa, and the Americas during the time period, 1492-1750. The social and economic transformations that occurred were created by the initiation of European expeditions by Spain and Portugal. In the early 15th…

Recombinant DNA is genetically engineered DNA that is formed by splicing fragments of DNA. Organismal cloning is the artificial creation of a new organism that is genetically identical to its counterpart. DNA cloning is a recombinant DNA technique where cDNAs and fragments of genomic DNA are inserted into a cloning vector and maintained during growth of the host cells. Vector is an agent that transfers genetic material into a cell or organism. Restriction enzymes are bacterial enzymes that find…

This paper will take the reader through a summary of what I have learned by watching the Journey To Planet Earth Video Series. Summary Of The Journey To Planet Earth Video series. In the video series Journey to Planet Earth, host Matt Damon takes us on a frightening journey that aims to teach us how humans are tipping the balance of our delicate ecosystem. This is done in a way that helps viewers understand the seriousness of these environmental issues, but it also gives us hope for the…

Basuratagalog Fireworks explode overhead as the Santos family marvels at the Opening Ceremonies of the 2116 Summer Olympic Games in Basuratagalog, Philippines. The Olympic Flame symbolizes new energy in a city powered by “tagged and logged” trash. In 2016, Basuratagalog produced 9,000 tons of trash daily. Considerable waste composed of plastic formed mountains of trash, polluted Manila Bay and the Pasig River Delta. Gangs of trash pickers, afflicted by heavy metal poisoning, lived in shanty…