Progress Report Scaffold Which brand of paper towel is most absorbent? Aim: The aim of this experiment is to see which brand of paper towel absorbs the most water out of a 200mL beaker. Hypothesis: In this experiment my reasearch has shown that Kleenex Viva would be most likely to absorb the most water as to the amount that the Woolworths homebrand would because of its thickness and the texture of the paper. Variables: |Independent variable |The independent variable
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Physiological changes essay Many changes happen to an older person’s body as they age. Internal and external changes bring about fresh challenges to staying healthy. The physiological changes include gastrointestinal changes‚ muscular and skeletal system changes‚ as well as changes in organs. Along with these issues‚ senses begin to diminish. Everyday tasks become increasingly more difficult. Simply moving around during daily routines becomes difficult with age. These changes can cause secondary
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Physical Signs of Alcoholism Alcoholism is defined as a situation where an individual repeatedly takes more than the recommended amount of alcohol. although alcohol is good when used in the right amount by adults‚ to much of it has lots of consequences on the life on an individual. This is because alcohol abuse causes emotional‚ financial‚ social and physical problems in the life on an individual abusing it. if you are an individual who is an alcoholic‚ you will find yourself in at least one
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Invertebrates Jellyfish The Jellyfish are truly a wonder of nature. They have always been objects of deep observation and admiration. Not to mention the fact‚ that they are also considered in great awe‚ fear and even repulsion by some folks. The repulsion and fear have originated from the fact that these creatures can be quite beautiful to behold‚ but extremely painful when stung by them. These marine creatures are classified under the group of Cnidarians. They typically have a soft jelly like consistency
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What is ALS? Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis‚ other name is Lou Gehrig’s Disease‚ is a neurodegenerative disease. It affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Nerves are involved in the process of thinking‚ memory‚ and of detecting sensations (such as hot/cold‚ sharp/dull)‚ and others for vision‚ hearing‚ and other bodily functions. Basically‚ motor neurons provide voluntary movements and muscle power. As motor neurons degenerate‚ they can no longer send impulses to the muscle fibers that
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First the Homo sapien will be insert the food into its alimentary canal. It will then chew the food creating a bolus of food‚ which is caused by the enzymes in the saliva which break down the food making it ready for swallowing or deglutition. The bolus of food goes through the larynx‚ which is the hollow muscular organ forming an air passage to the lungs and holding the vocal cords in humans and other mammals. The bolus of food passes through the oesophagus. The oesophagus is a muscular tube which
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Function of Liver * The liver is a part of the digestive system‚ but it does much more than simply process food intake. It is responsible for producing substances that will break down fats and lipids‚ making foods more digestible. vIt also produces several amino acids‚ which are essential to protein production‚ without which a body could not function. The liver produces much of the cholesterol in a body‚ whether healthy or unhealthy. Aside from the liver’s production abilities‚ it also acts as
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Everyday Science Question Answers - Part 4 of 4 76. Question: Why is a new quilt warmer than an old one? Answer: In a new quilt the cotton is not compressed and as such it encloses more air which is bad conductor of heat. Therefore‚ it does not allow heat to pass. 77. Question: Curved rail tracks or curved roads are banked or raised on one side. Why? Answer: Because a fast moving train or vehicle leans inwards while taking turn and the banked or raised track provides required centripetal
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Milestone Assignment By Sam Sherman Heartburn and Lactose Intolerance Heartburn: Heartburn is a burning feeling in the lower chest. It affects taste in the mouth. Sour and bitter tastes occur frequently. Heartburn usually occurs after eating a big meal or while lying down. This feeling can last for a few minutes or a few hours. There are causes and risk factors that come into play. When you eat‚ food passes from your mouth down a tube called the esophagus. To enter the stomach‚ food has to pass
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How Enzymes work in the home and in industry essay This essay aims to explore the ways on how enzymes are used in home and in industry‚ and it aims to explain the advantages and disadvantages of using enzymes in the home and industry. An enzyme is a protein that is formed by the body that acts as a catalyst to cause a certain desired reaction. Enzymes are very specific. Each enzyme is designed to initiate a specific response with a specific result. Firstly‚ the AQA Science Biology textbook published
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