Synthetic elements

Benzene and leukemia Melonie Brown Columbia Southern University Introduction Benzene is a hydrocarbon that is highly flammable. The hydrocarbon is used in many industrial processes. Statistics indicate that it is among the top 20 chemicals that are widely used in different industries across the world. The substance has wide application in oil and gas industry. As a matter of fact, it is used in making various types of lubricants. Benzene can be formed through natural processes such volcano…

Civic agriculture, a term most are not familiar with or understand the meaning. I can say, I was not fully aware of what civic agriculture was and how much it affected agriculture, rural communities, mid-size farms, and so much more, until I read Farms, Farmers, and Farming in Contemporary Rural Society. In this chapter Thomas Lyson explained, shared many examples, theories, and the meaning of civic agriculture. Thomas Lyson is one of the leading American Advocates of “civic agriculture”. Lyson…

In 1870, Camille Poirier started a shoe and leather goods store in Duluth, Minnesota. His first pack, the #3 Duluth Pack, that was available only in olive drab, was patented by Poirer in 1882. He expanded the products offered, to include wagon covers, auto packs, and shell bags for hunters. In 1911, he moved his shop to a larger building. During the Great Depression, more repairs were performed than new packs produced, but in the 1940's when the economy prospered and recreation soared,…

The earlier art period; Impressionism is a distinctive time in art history that took place from 1870-1890. Artists during this period focused on ordinary subjects and objects found in nature. They paid close attention to optical effects, and how the light reflected off their subjects during different times of the day. Painters during this period were known as “Impressionist’s”. Characteristics of Style An impressionist painting is identified by the characteristics of small, thin yet, visible…

draw to biodynamic viticulture is an increased independence from machinery. A vineyard managed by biodynamic guidelines can see an 80% decrease in diesel fuel use (Villanueva-Rey, Vázquez-Rowe, & Teresa Moreira, 2013). A decrease in the use of synthetic fertilizers also makes biodynamic viticulture sustainable and attractive alternative for the environmentally conscious farmer. Villanueva-Rey et al. note that one significant drawback to the biodynamic method is the increased use of human…

The book I will be reviewing is called ‘Silent Spring’ by Rachel Carson discussing the use of pesticides and why it’s so bad for not only plants but us too. Carson’s main goal is to tell us of the hidden dangers pesticides have on our ecosystem. Carson her main argument is that pesticides are way to lethal to be used and provides examples of how the use of pesticides can easily get out of hand and harm all living organisms. In the beginning of her book, Carson describes a town in the heart of…

Armine Maghakyan Maghakyan 1 Robert Savino Oventile English 1 C 28 September 2017 Laughter in Anthropocene: solution or ignorance? For almost twelve thousand years, our planet lived in an analogously stable epoch named Holocene by the scientists (McNeill and Engelke 1). Holocene (entirely new) period is impressively…

Fava bean has over the years being a good source of various nutrients and dietary supplements. Fava bean has no saturated fat or cholesterol and contains a high concentration of some B family vitamins, vitamin K, potassium, copper, selenium, zinc, magnesium, iron, isoflavone, and dietary fibers. A serving of cooked or fresh fava beans can significantly increase your intake of dietary fibers and all nutrients that can benefit your health in many ways. POTASSIUM Potassium is a vital mineral to…

The military was in need for both Nylon and Wool, Japanese Silk was banned in the United States of America after the Pearl Harbor attack 1941. The new synthetic fabric Rayon developed in the 1930’s become the most used material for women’s clothing. It was the fabric of choice; versatile, did not crease or shrink, and could have been produced light and heavy. By the June 1941, Britain has developed a coupon…

Case A: Adidas America Inc. vs. Sketchers USA Inc. Background On September 14th, 2015, Plaintiff A (Plaintiff Adidas America Inc.) filed a complaint of trademark infringement, trade dress infringement, unfair competition, deceptive trade practices and trademark and trade dress dilution, against Defendant S (Sketchers USA Inc.). Plaintiff A put forward such claims due to the assertion of belief that throughout the years, Defendant S had knowingly and continuously produced shoes designs which…