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To control Cut Order, simply select a Layer, and drag it downward or upward in the Layer Menu. The Topmost Layer will cut first, and the Laser Equipment will continue to process geometry from the topmost layer- down. Cut Order, may or may not be important- depending on your File, Geometry, and Material. It is common practice, however, to cut out smaller areas first, and larger areas second. Certain Materials can bend or warp when heat is applied, so it may be necessary to cut internal structures before cutting outer/surrounding/external geometry.
The image above, indicates that all Geometry appearing in GREEN, will be processed first. BLUE Geometry, will be second- and RED Geometry will process last in the Cut Order. Note, that smaller internal geometry is cut first, and external surrounding geometry is cut last.
LAYERS > CUT MODE
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Laser Modes, indicate how the Geometry should be processed. If you select the arrow, within any of your Layer's Mode Columns, it will create a drop-down menu; allowing you to change how Geometry on each layer is processed:
'CUT' Mode, indicates that your geometry will be processed as Cut Lines, this Mode is most often used- and will cut through your material completely, as long as you've indicated the correct settings for Speed and Power.
'ENGRAVE' Mode, indicates that your geometry will be processed as Engraving Areas. To Engrave, you must have completely closed geometry (i.e. the Curve Start Point, and End Point exist in the same location) Alternately, you can import an image, and process as an Engraving File.
'GRADE ENGRAVE', indicates that your geometry will be processed as Gradated Engraving Areas. This is similar to ENGRAVE Mode, but different in that the engraving will adjust from a lighter engraving power near the edge areas, and a deeper engraving power near the center of you Engrave Areas. To Engrave, you must have completely closed geometry (i.e. the Curve Start Point, and End Point exist in the same location) Alternately, you can import an image, and process as an Engraving File.
'HOLES' Mode, is specifically for Circle Geometry, and useful for precise operations and parts. This Mode will control the Start and End Point Power for Circle Geometry, reducing fire hazards, and providing the User with less warping.
In the image above, ALL of our Geometry is listed as 'CUT' Mode. All Geometry will be cut completely through, in the order of the Layer List.
MODE SETTINGS
Each Mode, requires User Input settings, that will typically control Laser Speed, and Power. These settings, are dependent on Material Selection, Material Thickness, and the Laser Processing Mode. Users are responsible for knowing these values. It is difficult to remember every setting, for each combination of Material, Thickness, and Mode, so we've created a web-based form, that will assist you with these settings. Visit the [RABBIT] Laser Settings Page, and fill out the necessary information in the form-fields. Select the search button, and a new window will appear, with various tested-and-approved settings for your specific Laser Operation. To change your Mode's Settings, Double-Click on the Layer you wish to edit, and a new window will appear with various parameters. Take the information from the [RABBIT] Laser Settings Results Page, and input them accordingly into the available fields.
Frequently, you may have a material that IDeATe@Hunt has yet to record settings for. In the event you cannot find settings for your operation/material- you may have to do some testing before-hand. Figuring out the correct settings, may take some time- but once you've figured them out, providing the information to an IDeATe@Hunt Staff Member, will ensure the successful future operation of similar Laser Processes. While testing, it is important that you recognize how SPEED and POWER can affect your outcome:
SPEED: Too much speed, won't allow the Laser to pass through your Material. Faster Speeds (50%-100%), are useful for thinner and/or less dense materials- such as cardboard, matte board, illustration board, or paper. Slower speeds (1%-49%), are useful for thicker and/or dense materials- such as acrylic, MDF, and Plywood.
POWER: Too much Power, will cause a fire-hazard, and possible warping of your material. Higher Power (50%-100%), is useful for thicker and/or dense materials- such as acrylic, MDF, and Plywood. Lower Power (1%-49%), is useful for thinner and/or less dense materials- such as cardboard, matte board, illustration board, or paper.
You must find a safe, starting combination of these two values, before performing any test cuts. When in doubt, always use a lower power- this will eliminate additional, unnecessary fire-hazards. For instance, we could begin testing CUT settings for 1/8″ (3mm) thick Cardboard. If we use 50% Speed, and 100% Power, it will certainly CUT all the way through. However, the Power Setting is TOO HIGH for this material. Instead, start with 50% Speed, and 40% Power- if it doesn't cut through, lower your Speed by 5%, and raise the Power 5%. Repeat this process until you've found reliable and consistent settings.
DOWNLOAD
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After you've imported your file, completed the UNITE LINES Command, organized your geometry onto layers, adjusted your Cut Order + Cut Mode, and input Laser Mode Settings- you must DOWNLOAD your file to the Laser Equipment. In the Equipment Control/Layer Menu, on the right-side of your LaserCut Interface; you will find a button near the bottom, labeled : 'DownLoad' Find and Select this button- and a new window will appear. This window will list any files that are currently downloaded and stored on the Equipment's Flash Memory. Begin, by selecting the 'Del all' Button, to clear all existing files from the Equipment's Memory. Next, find and select the 'Download current' Button, to download your current file into the Equipment's Memory. Your file will be sent to the Laser Equipment, and you may begin Equipment and Material Preparation.
EQUIPMENT PREPARATION
Your file has been downloaded into the Equipment's Memory, and it is ready to be processed- however, there is a specific set of tasks that must be completed before your file may be processed. Follow the Equipment's Procedural Steps before beginning your Laser Job.
Project 1 File Prep
OVERVIEW
This Guide details items and workflows discussed and reviewed during class. The Guide will assist with File Preparation for Project 1, reviewing Options, Settings, and Geometry Prep.
OPTIONS
 1. Begin by setting the correct options. Type OPTIONS into the Command Prompt and press ENTER.Units: Begin by determining the form of measurement you would like to use. Regardless of your selection (Metric or Standard), you should select a Unit that is relative yo your project's work size. We should be using Inches, or Millimeters.
 2. Grid: Set your Grid Size & Snap to something accommodating.
 1. Inches:
 1. Grid Line Count = 360
 2. Minor Grid Lines = 0.25
 3. Major Grid Lines = 4
 4. Snap Spacing = 0.25
 2. Millimeters:
 1. Grid Line Count = 1500
 2. Minor Grid Lines = 5
 3. Major Grid Lines = 2
 4. Snap Spacing = 5
 3. Snaps: Turn your Grid Snap, and Object Snap ON. The following O-Snaps should be activated:
 1. End
 2. Mid
 3. Cen
LAYOUT
 1. Simulate your workzone, by creating a RECTANGLE that resembles the size of your work area.
 1. RECTANGLE (in)
 1. First Corner = 0,0
 2. Other Corner = 47.2441" x 35.4331"
 2. RECTANGLE (mm)
 1. First Corner = 0,0
 2. Other Corner = 1200mm x 900mm
 2. Simulate your stock by creating a RECTANGLE that resembles the size of your Material.
 1. RECTANGLE (in)
 1. First Corner = 0,0
 2. Other Corner = 12" x 12"
 2. RECTANGLE (mm)
 1. First Corner = 0,0
 2. Other Corner = 305mm x 305mm
ARRANGE
MOVE your Workzone RECTANGLE, from its Center Point, to the Grid Origin Point. (0,0,0)
 1. Select your Workzone RECTANGLE, and place it on its own Layer. Re-title the Layer as 'WORKZONE'. Lock the Layer.
 2. MOVE your Simulated Stock, from its Center Point to the Grid Origin.
 3. Select your Simulated Stock, and place it on its own Layer. Re-title the Layer as 'Stock'. Lock the Layer.
CREATE
 1. Create a Large CIRCLE
 1. Center of Circle = 0,0
 2. Diameter = 8" or 205mm
 2. Create a Small CIRCLE
 1. Center of Circle = (0,3") or (0,76.2mm)
 2. Diameter = 1" or 25.4mm
 3. Select the smaller circle, type ARRAYPOLAR into the Command Prompt
 1. Center = 0,0
 2. Number of Items = 12
 3. Press Enter
 4. SELCIRC and transfer all smaller diameter CIRCLEs to their own layer.
 4. Create TEXT
 1. Height = 1" or 25.4mm
 2. Value = 12
 5. Select your TEXT, and type MOVE into the Command Prompt
 1. MOVE your TEXT from Center Point
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American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
- v. To set apart in or as if in a ghetto; isolate.
- v. To make into or similar to a ghetto: "He left a city ghettoized and strangled by highways and the auto" ( New York).
- v. transitive To put someone in a ghetto, or to isolate as if in a ghetto.
- v. transitive To make a place into a ghetto, or to add the characteristics of a ghetto.
GNU Webster's 1913
- v. to form into a ghetto; to isolate (people) as though into a ghetto.
- v. put in a ghetto
"Where do you get the term ghettoize as you use it above?"
"The expats who don't reset their clock and don't learn more than a little bit of tourist Spanish, automatically "ghettoize" themselves."
"Zarcero, The expats who don't reset their clock and don't learn more than a little bit of tourist Spanish, automatically "ghettoize" themselves."
"The expats in San Miguel, like Mexicans who move to the U.S., often voluntarily "ghettoize" themselves by looking for the familiar."
"But Rich strings these all together and concludes that they prove a grand plot by the Clintons to "ghettoize" Obama."
"Immigrants have always tended to voluntarily "ghettoize" themselves."
"Having a self-published section will "ghettoize" these books but it may possibly draw attention to them."
"Despite the still struggling economy and reluctance by many LGBT travelers to "ghettoize"
"+ porn sites think it would be easier for the government to "ghettoize" them."
"Almost since conception, the NC-17 rating has been 'illegitimate', not the 'for truly adult films' rating that it was intended, but another way to ghettoize adult films in the same way that the X was ghettoized due to its association with pornography."
These user-created lists contain the word 'ghettoize'.
Looking for tweets for ghettoize.

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Double derived pattern in DSL
Customizing a DSL needs different expertise based on the amount of customization that you want to apply.
A 'basic' concept that you need to understand is the double derived pattern.
The DSL engine generates classes based on the dsl definition. Those classes are partial class so, like in or winform, you can create your code for the same class in another file separating it from the automatically generated.
Those classes are split in two separate files, but is essentially the same class so you can't replace a method automatically generated.
To address this problem the DSL framework introduce the double derived pattern. For each class (with the "Generates Double Derived" attribute set) the generated code is set on the base class so you are free to override the automatically generated code in the derived class.
If you have a class named ExampleElement (the one automatically generated if you create a new MinimalLanguage project) and you mark it with "Generates Double Derived" you'll get the following class structure
The framework generates an ExampleElementBase class that contains all the generated code, in the derived class (ExampleElement) you are free to override everything (except the constructor see below).
In case of the Sources property you'll write
public partial class ExampleElement
 public override Microsoft.VisualStudio.Modeling.LinkedElementCollection Sources
 return base.Sources;
The case of constructor it's a little bit different....the problem is that DSL tools must generate the constructor for the derived class (if not the framework couldn't instantiate the class). So if you need to override also the constructor you can set the "Has custom constructor".
(Remember to select "Transform all templates" and rebuild!)
In this case a compilation error is generated stating that you have to implement the constructor. Something like
Error 1 "...ExampleElement' does not contain a constructor that takes '0' arguments Tags:
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text: In layman's terms, Contingency Analysis (CA) is a 'what if' scenario simulator that evaluates, provides and prioritizes the impacts on an electric power system when problems occur. A contingency is the loss or failure of a small part of the power system (e.g. a transmission line), or the loss/failure of individual equipment such as a generator or transformer. This is also called an unplanned 'outage'. Contingency analysis is a computer application that uses a simulated model of the power system, to: • evaluate the effects, and • calculate any overloads, resulting from each outage event. Contingency Analysis is essentially a 'preview' analysis tool. It simulates and quantifies the results of problems that could occur in the power system in the immediate future. CA is used as a study tool for the off-line analysis of contingency events, and as an on-line tool to show operators what would be the effects of future outages. This allows operators to be better prepared to react to outages by using pre-planned recovery scenarios. Future CA as described in this use case template is an enhanced application that takes advantage of the improved communications architecture being defined by IECSA for the future. It will use wide area data and other data to improve its reliability, and to analyze power system security (safe and stable operation) for a wide operating region. Future CA will also incorporate intelligence features to resolve execution problems by using its knowledge base of previous experience in solving difficult situations.


Episode 34: Healthy Fixes for Addictions
Episode Summary
In this episode of OVERCOMING Emotional Overeating podcast, Wendi talks about healthy fixes for food addiction and what to do instead of turning to food.
Episode Notes
Healthy fixes, how and why they work.
 - Identify the behavior that you want to be your healthy fix.
 - Write down what hinders you from doing that healthy fix.
 - Write down you fears.
 - Write down what you could commit to.
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It is no secret that our kids' productivity in school significantly affects their future, which is why we need to provide them with quality school furniture to help them focus and learn. Studies have shown that when kids are furnished with comfortable, functional, and stylish school furniture, they tend to be more productive in the classroom. This blog post will discuss the importance of quality school furniture and how it can help improve your child's productivity! We will also provide tips on selecting quality school furniture for your home or classroom. So, be sure to read on whether you are a parent or a teacher!
How Does Quality School Furniture Affect Learning And Productivity Of Kids?
Quality School Furniture Contributes To the Comfort of Our Kids
One of the main reasons why quality school furniture is essential is because it contributes to the comfort of our kids. When kids are comfortable, they tend to be more focused and attentive in class. This is why selecting school furniture that is ergonomic and comfortable for your child is essential.
Make sure to choose chairs and desks that are the right size for your child and that offer proper support. You may also want to consider investing in adjustable furniture so that it can grow with your child. There are many school furniture suppliers that offer quality and comfortable furniture for kids, so be sure to shop around until you find the perfect pieces for your child's needs!
Also, if you are a teacher, be sure to create a comfortable and inviting learning environment in your classroom by selecting quality furniture that is both functional and stylish.
Quality School Furniture Improves The Quality of Their Work
Another reason why quality school furniture is essential is that it can improve the quality of your child's work. When kids are provided with quality furniture, they have everything they need to complete their work correctly. This indicates that they are less likely to make mistakes, and their work will be of a higher quality overall.
When kids are given the proper tools to complete their work, they tend to take more pride in their work and feel more confident in their abilities. As a result, their schoolwork will improve, and they will be more probably to succeed in the classroom.
Also Check: 12 Benefits of Crossword Puzzles for Child's Growth
Quality School Furniture Helps Them Stay Organized
One of the most crucial things for kids to learn is how to stay organized. This is an essential skill that will benefit them throughout their lives. When kids have quality school furniture, they have a place for everything and can easily keep track of their belongings. This helps to reduce clutter in the classroom and makes it easier for kids to find what they need when they need it.
Additionally, when kids are organized, they tend to be more productive and efficient in the classroom. For instance, if everything has a place, they will know where to find it without wasting time searching for things. As an effect, they will be able to concentrate more on their schoolwork and less on trying to find their supplies. Or, if their desks are cluttered, they may be unable to focus on their work. Thus, it is essential to provide quality school furniture to help kids stay organized and focused in the classroom.
Quality School Furniture Encourages Kids To Be More Active
Another reason why quality school furniture is essential is that it encourages kids to be more active. When kids have furniture designed for movement, they are more likely to get up and move around. This is important because it helps them stay focused and engaged in the lesson. Additionally, being active can help improve a child's overall health and well-being.
Also Check: How to Start Teaching Even and Odd Numbers To Elementary Kids?
Improve Sleep Pattern
Quality school furniture can also help improve sleep patterns in kids. When kids have comfortable furniture, they are more likely to fall asleep quickly and stay asleep throughout the night. This is important because it helps them to get the rest they need to be successful in school.
Additionally, when kids sleep better, they tend to have more energy and focus during the day. As a result, they are more likely to be productive in the classroom.
They Become More Responsible
When kids have quality school furniture, they also tend to become more responsible, and this is because they have a valuable investment in their furniture and want to take care of it.
Additionally, when kids are responsible for taking care of their furniture, they learn how to be more organized and take care of their belongings properly. As a result, they are less likely to lose things or damage their furniture.
Also Check: Teach Your Kids Education Is Important While They're Still Young – Here are Some Tips
They Become More Confident
When children have good classroom furnishings, they grow more confident. This is because sitting on comfy, elegant furniture makes individuals feel good about themselves. Furthermore, giving children the responsibility of caring for their furnishings teaches them to be more autonomous and self-sufficient.
For example, children who are used to having their desks cleaned for them may not know how to care for their furniture on their own properly. However, when children are taught to take care of their furniture, they learn to be more independent and self-reliant. As a result, their self-esteem and confidence grow, which can also benefit them in other areas of their lives.
Quality School Furniture Makes Learning Fun!
Finally, quality school furniture is essential because it can make learning fun! When kids are given stimulating and engaging furniture, they are more likely to enjoy the learning process. Additionally, when furniture is fun, kids are likelier to want to use it and will be less likely to get bored. Thus, providing quality school furniture can help make learning fun and enjoyable for your child!
Quality school furniture is essential for a variety of reasons. It can improve the comfort of our kids and the quality of their work, help them stay organized, encourage them to be more active, and make learning fun! So, consider investing in quality school furniture for your child's classroom, and it will be worth it in the long run!
Also Check: How Does AI In Education Empower Educational Equity?
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Strategic Resource Allocation
SRA is a process by which to examine the ways our resources are being invested and addresses all institutional costs that will provide a plan to rebuild EWU financial health & sustainability.
The overall approach to strategic resource allocation (SRA) entails a systematic, collaborative, and transparent process to examine the ways our resources are being invested. The process is modeled after Robert C. Dickeson's book Prioritizing Academic Programs and Services (free access through EWU Library), and it will be used to address all institutional costs—both academic programs and support functions.
The effort is divided into several phases and will be conducted in a transparent manner. The campus community will be informed of all process elements and have the opportunity for input to ensure that all institutional activities are treated fairly.


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In English, many things are named after a particular country – but have you ever wondered what those things are called in those countries?
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- Meanwhile the plate of spare sausage and rashers of bacon was being politely offered around the table.
- Brussels officials are convinced that fun and games for pigs make for healthier animals and tastier pork chops or bacon rashers.
- She brought a platter of sausages, scrambled eggs and two rashers of bacon with steaming bread.
- For food professionals, winter is the time for hearty foods, for steamy fish stews, rashers of bacon, and platter upon platter of broiled meats.
- Place the bacon rashers on a baking tray and bake until crisp, then remove and keep warm.
- When roasting whole guinea fowl, protect the breast meat with bacon rashers.
- The breakfast consisted of two fried eggs and two rashers of streaky bacon crisply done.
- According to its maker, it can cook any food from vegetables to rashers of bacon.
- Grill rashers of smoked streaky bacon until crisp and cut into small squarish pieces.
- The bacon rashers can be placed on a heat-proof plate and put back in the oven to finish cooking till all the fat has melted and there are just very crisp bits left.
- An egg and sausage, two rashers of bacon, mushrooms and black pudding, beans and tinned tomatoes filled the plate.
- If the skin is torn you can patch it up with a rasher of green bacon.
- The exhibit is two inches long and striped pink and black, the striping having been achieved by, at one stage, wrapping the sausage in a rasher of bacon.
- Cecil helped himself to an omelette, several rashers of bacon and two slices of toast before he turned to look for Mark and Kristy.
- Then drape 3 rashers of bacon over the exposed stuffing in a star fashion forming a lid and secure with string.
- I believe I even saw someone fishing with rashers of bacon.
- Eggs, bacon rashers, sausages and hash browns came in twos.
- I assumed that she didn't want to be openly nasty to me in front of the children, and helped myself to some rashers of bacon and a new slice of toast.
- Fry or grill the rashers of Black Bacon ™ until just crisp, keep warm.
- Indeed, regardless of era, salted bacon, especially rashers of bacon, and salted butter have endured as favourite foodstuffs.
English has borrowed many of the following foreign expressions of parting, so you've probably encountered some of these ways to say goodbye in other languages.
Many words formed by the addition of the suffix –ster are now obsolete - which ones are due a resurgence?
As their breed names often attest, dogs are a truly international bunch. Let's take a look at 12 different dog breed names and their backstories.


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Definition from Wiktionary, the free dictionary
- Of or pertaining to a creature or object growing, living, or existing in a woodland.
- The woodland creatures ran from the fire.
- 1837, "Picus", in Charles Frederick Partington (editor), The British Cyclopædia of Natural History, Volume 3, W. S. Orr & Co., page 446:
- This species [Red-bellied Woodpecker] is a very little larger than the red-headed one; and it is more woodland in its manners; seldom appearing in orchards or near houses, but keeping to the tall trees in the close forests.
- 1839, Sir William Jardine, Bart., The Natural History of the Birds of Great Britain and Ireland, Part II: Incessories, part of The Naturalist's Library, W.H. Lizars, page 125–6:
- The genera Philomela and Curruca, as we previously observed, are very closely allied to each other, both are woodland in their habits, and both possess great melody of song.
- 1890 July, Grant Allen, "My Islands", in Longman's Magazine, Volume 16, Number 93, page 341:
- It was a couple of hundred years or so more before I saw a third bullfinch — which didn't surprise me, for bullfinches are very woodland birds, and non-migratory into the bargain — so that they didn't often get blown seaward over the broad Atlantic.
- 1894, R. Bowdler Sharpe, A Hand-Book to the Birds of Great Britain, Volume I, W. H. Allen & Co., Limited, page 91:
- As its name implies, this species [Woodlark] is a more woodland bird than the other British Larks, and in many of its ways of life it resembles the Tree Pipit, frequenting the neighborhood of woods and plantations, but always affecting trees.
- (obsolete) Having the character of a woodland.
1827, "Amateur", "Northamptonshire, Huntingdonshire, and Bedfordshire Hunting", in Sporting Magazine, page 64:
- It is a very woodland country, with plenty of grass, but it is too large for four days a-week, and the sport is generally rather indifferent.
1835, Nimrod's Hunting Tours, page 109:
- […] understanding that their next fixture was in a very woodland country, and at a distance, I deferred this pleasure to another opportunity.
1871, George Gill, Fourth Reader, page 135:
- Shortly after leaving Swindon the main line enters Wiltshire, and runs through an extremely woodland district to Chippenham […]
of or pertaining to a creature or object existing in a woodland
- Land covered with woody vegetation.
- Alexander Pope
- Here hills and vales, the woodland and the plain, / Here earth and water seem to strive again.
- Woodlands and cultivated fields are harmoniously blended.
2006, Edwin Black, chapter 2, in Internal Combustion:
- Buried within the Mediterranean littoral are some seventy to ninety million tons of slag from ancient smelting, about a third of it concentrated in Iberia. This ceaseless industrial fueling caused the deforestation of an estimated fifty to seventy million acres of woodlands.
- Alexander Pope
land covered with woody vegetation


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Home Guide How to capture Lazy Loading Images for Visual Regression Testing in Cypress
How to capture Lazy Loading Images for Visual Regression Testing in Cypress
By Priyanka Bhat & Ganesh Hegde, Community Contributors -
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Website performance and speed it the key to customer engagement and retention. Developers use various methods to ensure that the website loading time is less. Lazy loading is one such strategy that loads web contents/resources only when needed, to increase the performance of web pages.
The web resources such as images, and files consume a lot of memory and decrease performance. Lazy loading is sometimes referred to as on-demand loading. This method ensures that the images load only when required, making the website faster.
One good example of lazy loading is _URL_ Once you navigated to the home page, you can scroll down, and the articles keep loading, this is a form of lazy loading with an infinity scroll.
Advantages of Lazy Loading
 - Improved User Experience: Lazy loading, ensure that it loads only part of the web page which is required. This reduces the load time of the web page and resource crunch which makes the web page glitch-free.
 - Less Resouce Utilization: This optimizes the resources so that website works seamlessly on lower configuration systems.
 - Improved Performance: As mentioned above it not only makes the user experience smoother but also makes the performance faster.
Disadvantages of Lazy Loading
 - Complicated Implementation: Lazy loading needs additional lines of code needs to be written so, this adds additional work to developers.
 - Search Engine Optimization: Lazy loading make impact adversely if indexing has not done properly. Hence, one should be very careful when implementing lazy loading.
 - Visual Testing: It is a testing technique, which compares two images pixel by pixel and provides the output that both are the same or different which can be used as pass/fail results for our tests. However, in case of Lazy Loading it might generate false results, since the images load on demand.
Difficulties with Lazy Loading in Visual Testing
As Visual Testing takes the screenshot of the web page and compares it with base images. Lazy loading makes the web resources load on demand, Images are also considered a resource so if you take a screenshot of the web page after navigating, you might not get the complete webpage. So, you need to work on a special testing mechanism for Visual Regression in Lazy Loading.
For example, when testing web page _URL_ when you navigate to this webpage only a few images will be loaded as you scroll the images keeps on loading. This is an example of lazy loading.
How to capture Lazy Loading Images for Visual Regression Testing in Cypress
Cypress is a Test Automation tool built with NodeJS. It can be used for different types of testing, such as API Testing, End to End testing, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, and Component Testing.
Cypress supports Visual Regression Testing. The Cypress Visual Regression Testing article explains the basic setup. This article explores how to set up a Cypress Visual Regression Test for Lazy loading web pages.
Usually, Lazy Loading website loads assets as you scroll, so when you perform Visual Regression tests you need to scroll down the page to the bottom. This action can be done using the cypress command
cy.scrollTo('bottom');
The above command scrolls the page to the bottom so all resources will be loaded, and then you can take a screenshot.
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The complete test script look like the below.
// visual-test.js
describe('Cypress Visual Testing Lazy Loading', () => {
it('Lazy Loading Test', () => {
cy.visit("_URL_
cy.scrollTo('bottom');
cy.compareSnapshot('lazy-loading');
})
})
Once you execute the test with the Cypress command
npx cypress run
The tests get executed, and the first run will be considered as the base run, Cypress captures the base image, and the subsequent run will compare with the base image and provide the result.
The report shows if there is any difference, highlighting the differences as seen below
Cypress Visual Test Result with Difference
If there is no difference Cypress simply mark the test result as Pass
Cypress Visual Test Result With No Difference
Visual Testing with Lazy Loading Web Pages using Percy and Cypress
BrowserStack's Percy is a cloud-based Visual Comparision tool, it provides a dedicated dashboard to compare the screenshots. Percy helps to review the images on the dashboard. The Percy provides cypress integration.
Cypress Visual Testing guide explains the integration of Cypress with Percy. Let's discuss how to implement Cypress Percy for lazy loading websites.
Step 1 Install @percy/cypress and @percy/cli
npm install --save-dev @percy/cli @percy/cypress
Step 2 Import @percy/cypress
Add the import statement inside cypress/support/index.js
//inside cypress/support/index.js
import '@percy/cypress';
Step 3 Create your lazy loading Visual Tests with Cypress and Percy
// visual-test.js
describe('Cypress Visual Testing Lazy Loading', () => {
it('Lazy Loading Test', () => {
cy.visit("_URL_
cy.scrollTo('bottom');
cy.percySnapshot('lazy-loading');
})
})
Step 4 Sign into Percy and create a Project. To do so Copy the Percy Token from Project Settings
Step 5 Enter the Percy Token using the following command for
 - macOS
export PERCY_TOKEN=<your_token>
 - Windows OS Command Line
set PERCY_TOKEN=<your_token>
 - PowerShell
$env:PERCY_TOKEN ="<your_token>"
Run your Percy Test
Execute your Percy Test using the command
npx percy exec -- cypress run
Once execution is completed, Navigate to Percy Dashboard and Check for the latest build
Lazy Loading Cypress Visual Test Result with Difference
If there is a change Percy will show the difference side by side
Lazy Loading Cypress Visual Test Result with No Difference
If there are no changes then Percy shows the message no Changes
Visual Testing is a smart and easy way for testing website UI functionality, However, with the modern architecture and design of web pages, Visual Testing has, its challenges. Lazy loading is one such challenge, at some extent the lazy loading website can be tested. However, if the website has implemented infinity scrolling then it would be difficult to test such a website with Visual testing.
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Accession Number : AD0631719
Title : SELF-DIFFUSION IN ICE SINGLE CRYSTALS.
Descriptive Note : Research rept.,
Corporate Author : COLD REGIONS RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING LAB HANOVER N H
Personal Author(s) : Itagaki,K.
Report Date : MAR 1966
Pagination or Media Count : 22
Abstract : Measurements of the diffusion constants in single crystals of ice in directions parallel and perpendicular to the c-axis are described. The anisotropy of activation energy was obtained. The higher activation energy perpendicular to the c-axis indicates the free interstitial molecular jump mechanism for diffusion in ice. (Author)
Descriptors : (*ICE, *DIFFUSION), SINGLE CRYSTALS, ANISOTROPY, CRYSTAL STRUCTURE, THERMAL PROPERTIES, TRANSPORT PROPERTIES, CRYSTALLOGRAPHY
Subject Categories : Snow, Ice and Permafrost
Distribution Statement : APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE

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Radial Funnel Chart
Here is an alternate visualization of a funnel chart - instead of using bars, it depicts the different steps as concentric circles.
How to use: define an array in the extract() function of the values you'd like to use. If you are pulling data from a data frame, you will need to use something like the pandas iloc function to extract the desired values.
import pandas as pd
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
import numpy as np
import matplotlib.patches as mpatches
from matplotlib.collections import PatchCollection
# extract important variables from the data frame
def extract():
# GET DATA FROM DATA FRAME
# if df.size == 0:
# return [0, 0, 0 , 0, 0]
# else:
# opps_created = df.iloc[0]['opps_created']
# opps_accepted = df.iloc[0]['opps_accepted']
# opps_trialed = df.iloc[0]['opps_trialed']
# opps_won = df.iloc[0]['opps_won']
# EXAMPLE DATA
 opps_created = 150
 opps_accepted = 80
 opps_trialed = 50
 opps_won = 20
 return [opps_created, opps_accepted, opps_trialed, opps_won]
####################
# create text chart
####################
def kpi_text(ax, text = '', text_color = 'black', x_position = 0, y_position = 0.5, font_size = 13):
 return ax.text(x = x_position,
 y = y_position,
 s = text,
 color = text_color,
 family = 'sans-serif',
 fontsize = font_size,
 horizontalalignment = 'center',
 verticalalignment = 'center')
# create the plot
def kpi_chart(df):
 # set up the figure
 fig, ax = plt.subplots(figsize = (5.5,5.5))
 fig.subplots_adjust(left=0, bottom=0, right=1, top=1, wspace=0, hspace=0)
 ax.axis('off')
 # styling (colors and font sizes)
 mediumgray = '#999292'
 lightgray = '#c4c4c4'
 purples = plt.get_cmap('Purples_r')
 fontsize_text = 30
 offset_x = 0.1
 offset_y = 0.13
 # parse the data
 funnel_df = extract()
# use the following if you are using the extract_df function to parse the desired values
# funnel_df = extract(df)
 [opps_created, opps_accepted, opps_trialed, opps_won] = funnel_df
 # map the data
 def get_data_domain(data):
 return {'min': min(data), 'max': max(data)}
 def data_mapper(data = [None], outputsize = 0.5):
 #assumes zero-max domain normalization
 # 0.48 is the max radius with a bit of padding
 domain = get_data_domain(data)
 mapped_area = [1.0 * d/domain['max'] * outputsize for d in data]
 mapped_radius = [np.sqrt(d/np.pi) for d in mapped_area]
 return mapped_radius
 # mapping the data
 mapped_df = data_mapper(funnel_df)
 colors = ['aliceblue', 'paleturquoise', 'darkturquoise', 'lightseagreen']
 # the circles
 for i in range(len(mapped_df)):
 ax.add_patch(
 mpatches.Circle( (0.5 + offset_x, mapped_df[i] + offset_y),
 mapped_df[i],
 color = colors[i]))
 kpi_text(ax,
 text = funnel_df[-1],
 text_color = 'white',
 font_size = fontsize_text,
 x_position = 0.5 + offset_x,
 y_position = mapped_df[-1] + 0.01 + offset_y)
 for i in range(len(mapped_df) - 2, -1, -1):
 kpi_text(ax,
 text = funnel_df[i],
 text_color = 'teal',
 font_size = fontsize_text,
 x_position = 0.5 + offset_x,
 y_position = mapped_df[i + 1] + mapped_df[i] + 0.01 + + offset_y)
 cols = ['Created', 'Accepted', 'Trialed', 'Won']
 for i in range(len(cols) - 2, -1, -1):
 kpi_text(ax,
 text = cols[i],
 text_color = 'steelblue',
 font_size = fontsize_text/1.7,
 x_position = 0.5 + offset_x,
 y_position = mapped_df[i] + mapped_df[i+1] - 0.05 + 0.01 + offset_y)
 kpi_text(ax,
 text = cols[-1],
 text_color = 'white',
 font_size = fontsize_text/1.7,
 x_position = 0.5 + offset_x,
 y_position = mapped_df[-1] - 0.05 + 0.01 + offset_y)
 return plt
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When a person is choosing a career path, an office job may not sound interesting, and can be boring to individuals who want more thrill out of life. There are many jobs that include more excitement than just sitting at a desk all day long.
Career Opportunities For Thrill Seekers
Here are a few career opportunities for people who seek thrill and adventure:
1. Firemen: Fanning The Flames Of Excitement
Firemen are often considered some of the bravest people around. They go to great lengths to keep people safe. Besides fighting fires, most firemen take an active part in the community. Most of these professionals are trained as paramedics as well. An individual who is interested in this career must be able to pass various physical and written tests. This person must be a high school graduate and over the age of 18. The hourly average salary of a fireman is approximately $20/hour. Being a fireman comes with many risks. Jumping into a burning building can harm personal health. However, saving someone else's life can be very rewarding.
2. Zookeeper: Wild Animals Galore
For people who love animals and crave excitement, it may be wise to consider a career as a zookeeper. This professional will need to have a college degree in environmental science or biology. The best training can take place on a volunteer basis or through an internship. A person will need to learn the habits of animals along with how to feed and care for these creatures. This type of job may be exciting, but salary tends to be on the low side. An average zookeeper's salary will range between $30,000 and $50,000 depending on experience. There are both risks and rewards associated with a job in wildlife management. It can be a great experience to help an endangered species live. However, wild animals can be very dangerous. Even if they seem calm, these creatures can be unpredictable. A zookeeper or anyone who cares for wild animals must be on guard at all times. There are numerous rules that must be followed carefully.
3. FBI: The Spies The Limit
Movies are always filled with exciting people who have the job as an FBI agent. Special agents normally work in areas involving kidnapping, extortion, foreign intelligence, and terrorism. A person in this field must be over 23 years old, possess a four-year degree, and have at least three years of practical experience. This job can get quite physical, so an individual must be in top shape. All candidates will train in Virginia at the Academy for FBI agents in Quantico. Salary for newcomers will be approximately $65,000 a year. Many people are interested in law enforcement. To get the most thrills in this field, a person should enter FBI training. This job is very dangerous, but can help to clean up the street with basis of this career standing for justice.
4. Rescue Team For The Coast Guard
The Coast Guard patrols the country's major waterways and deals with the protection of the environment. A candidate for a career as a Coast Guard Rescuer must be under 27 years old and have a high school diploma. A person must be in good physical shape with no legal violations. The excitement takes hold quickly because a person gets immediately emerged into missions. Dangers may lie around any corner. For example, it is not unusual to use a helicopter in a rescue or to battle rough water and difficult weather. There are many jobs that include a high amount of thrill and adventure. The above fields are just a sample to choose from. Through proper training and dedication, a person can work in a career that is both interesting and satisfying. Joshua Turner is a writer who creates informative articles relating to business. He aims to encourage further study with a Bachelor Degree in Fire Science. Enjoy this article? You've got time for another! Check out these related articles: Photo Credit: Shutterstock


Vestibular (Entrance Examination) in Brazil
Several Brazilian universities follow the FUVEST (University of São Paulo's entry exam) pattern, which is divided into two stages or "phases". The first stage consists of 90 multiple choice questions, including subjects such as Portuguese Language, Portuguese Literature and Brazilian Literature; Math, History, Geography, Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Foreign Language. The answers are marked on an answer card, and they are graded afterwards by an automated optical reader. Some institutions establish a cutoff score for the first stage. Students who score below that are automatically eliminated and do not proceed to the second stage, even if the maximum number of candidates has not been reached, although some schools make exceptions in the rare case of most candidates scoring below the cutoff.
In some universities, the Vestibular may include only a single-stage exam where the scores for each subject tested are adjusted by weights depending on the student's course choice. For example, on the brazilians unities of PUC (known as one of the most prestigious private universities in Brazil) has a Vestibular consisting of 45 multiple choice questions, one written question about Chemistry and Biology, one about Maths and Physics, and another about History and Geography, in addition to a student-written essay on a provided theme. All of that is done in one single day. Another example is Mackenzie, considered one of the best private universities in the country: its Vestibular consists of 60 multiple choice questions and a student-written essay.
In some military engineering colleges such as ITA and IME, the Vestibular includes exams in Math, Physics, Chemistry, Portuguese and English only. Those exams are mostly write-in and demand more from the students when compared to ordinary vestibular exams of the same subjects by other universities, being heavily influenced by mathematics competitions questions. In the other hand, colleges with a humanities focused curriculum, such as ESPM, only include Portuguese, English, History, Geography, Math and culture. This is done in order to let the student focus on the subjects of the college's interest while preparing for the exams.
University candidates must choose their majors by the time they sign in for the vestibular, and they cannot change their choice except through a very bureaucratic process of internal transfers within the university. Some exceptions exist, such as Engineering in some universities, where the engineering major is chosen only after a three or four semester period. Language studies is another exception: you sign up for Languages, and choose your focus later on, which could be Portuguese and English, Portuguese and French, Portuguese and Italian, amongst many others.
Throughout the last decades, there has always been a gap between the few vacancies offered and the overwhelmingly high and growing demand for high quality and tuition-free public universities. The competition goes as far as having more than 150 candidates per vacancy for the most sought-after careers, such as medicine.
The Vestibular was implanted primarily as a way to prevent nepotism or some other form of unfair or beneficial selection of candidates. It was considered by law the only authorized selection method until 1996, when the new Education Law was passed.
While the Vestibular is generally considered to be a fair and unbiased system to select students due to the standardized nature of the tests, there are a few controversies surrounding it.
There is some criticism to the alleged standardization of the high school curriculum for the whole country to match the Vestibular agenda. As with most types of academic evaluation, the vestibular suffers from the same limitations as a regular test, that is, factors such as stress come into play. It also seems to favor candidates that come from a wealthier background, who had access to better and deeper education in private schools, as opposed to the comparatively poor public high school educational system, although many university boards claim that it doesn't matter which background the candidates have, since their Vestibular aims to select the best students based solely on their knowledge.
To ease this problem, some universities such as the Federal University of Minas Gerais, provide a 10-15% bonus for students who received their middle and high education in public schools. There is also the alternative of taking classes at cram schools called cursinhos (a Brazilian word that usually means "Vestibular course"). Those are revisions of Vestibular subjects, given through periods of 9 months (the regular year-long one), 6 months (the semi-intensive one), and 3 months (known as intensive). These courses are given usually for the most prestigious schools and can be done after concluding high school or as a complement of the last year of it.
Racial quotas
Racial and social quotas are a very controversial subject in Brazil. They were implemented by the government as an attempt to minimize the gap between students. That way, students who had their high school education entirely at public schools get quotas. Also, African and Indigenous Brazilian descendants gain a small percentage of bonuses on their Vestibular. That is considered an affirmative action policy.
Court challenge
In August 2005, at Universidade Federal do Paraná, a student was granted by a federal court the right to be admitted at the university because she had a better score on the Vestibular than several other freshmen that took advantage of their quotas. In 2012 a law was approved that gave quotas to students who came from public schools. The federal universities (such as UFRJ, UNIFESP, UFPR, UFRGS...) will have to save half of the vacancies for those students. State-owned establishments, such as the University of São Paulo, are not currently forced to abide by this law.
New ENEM (Novo ENEM)
The Ministry of Education and Culture of Brazil (MEC) proposed in 2009 that the universities should use the ENEM (National High School Exam), a non-mandatory national exam, as a standard university entrance qualification test. The "new ENEM", as it is known, is composed of 180 multiple choice questions in five main areas (natural sciences, human sciences, math, Portuguese and either English or Spanish as a foreign language) and an essay.
The proposal's main objective is to democratize access to higher education, opportunities for federal jobs, academic mobility and induce the restructuring of the curricula of high school.
The universities have the autonomy to choose whether or not they want to use the exam, and if they want to, they can also choose the way it is used:
As a single phase, with a unified system of selection, electronic and online;
As a first phase;
Combined with the university's test (using it to admit only part of its students or as part of the overall grade, along with a vestibular);
As a single phase for the remaining chairs.


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radiation. Express your answer using four significant figures.
a. 1045 kHz (typical frequency for AM radio broadcasting) (assume four significant figures)
b. 835.6 MHz (common frequency used for cell phone communication)
Calculate the wavelength of each of the following frequencies of electromagnetic radiation.
a. 101.9 MHZ (typical frequency for FM radio broadcasting)
Delta1 = m?
b. 1020 KHZ (typical frequency for AM radio broadcasting) (assume four significant figures)
Delta = m?
c. 835.6 MHZ (common frequency used for cell phone communication) Express your answer using four significant figures.
Delta3 = m?
Use equation c=vλ and c=3.00 x 10 8 m/s to convert a wavelength of 3.5 x 10 -7 m to frequency (s-1).
The human eye contains a molecule called 11-cis-retinal that changes conformation when struck with light of sufficient energy. The change in conformation triggers a series of events that results in an electrical signal being sent to the brain. The minimum energy required to change the conformation of 11-cis-retinal within the eye is about 164 kJ/mol.
Calculate the longest wavelength visible to the human eye.
Ionization involves completely removing an electron from an atom. Light of a particular wavelength can cause ionization to occur if it has the required energy.The energy to ionize a certain element is 530 kJ/mol. What wavelength contains enough energy in a single photon to ionize one atom of this element? Enter your answer with three significant figures.
Which of the following wavelengths of light has the highest energy?
i) 4.0 x 10-4 m
ii) 3.8 x 10-9 m
iii) 9.2 x 105 m
iv) 7.3 x 101 m
v) 1.5 x 10-14 m
How many photons are produced in a laser pulse of 0.528 J at 679 nm?
Calculate the energy of a photon of electromagnetic radiation at each of the following frequencies.
i) 102.3 mHz (typical frequency for FM radio broadcasting)
ii) 1055 kHz (typical frequency for AM radio broadcasting) (assume four significant figures)
iii) 835.6 MHz (common frequency used for cell phone communication)
How many photons are contained in a flash of green light (525 nm) that contains 189 kJ of energy?
Calculate the energy of a photon of electromagnetic radiation at each of the following frequencies (in J).
i) 103.7 MHz (typical frequency for FM radio broadcasting)
ii) 1100 kHz (typical frequency for AM radio broadcasting) (assume four significant figures)
How many photons are contained in a flash of green light (525 nm) that contains 189 kJ of energy?
(a) 4.99 x 1023
(b) 7.99 x 1030
(c) 5.67 x 1023
(d) 1.25 x 1031
(e) 3.75 x 1023
Calculate the energy of a photon of electromagnetic radiation at each of the following wavelengths.
i) 632.8 nm (wavelength of red light from helium-neon laser)
ii) 503 nm (wavelength of maximum solar radiation)
iii) 0.0520 nm (a wavelength contained in medical X-rays)
Hospital X-ray generators emit X rays with wavelength of about 15.0 nm, where 1 nm = 10 -9 m. What is the energy of a photon in an X ray? Express answer in joules.
Green light has a frequency of about 6.00 x 10 14 s-1 . What is the energy of a photon of green light?
(4 sig. fig)
E = J
Where h = 6.626 x 10 -34 J s ( Planck's constant ) and c = 2.99 x 10 8 m/s. What is the wavelength of a photon that has an energy of E = 4.13 x 10-19 J? (in meters). The equation for photon energy E is?
The energy of a photon of light is given by E = hv. The frequency, v, of light and the wavelength, λ, are related through: v = c/λ where c is the speed of light, 2.998 x 108 m/s. Arrange the following wavelengths of light from lowest energy to highest energy: 461 nm, 637 nm, 517 nm. What is the energetic of a photon light with a wavelength of 415 nm?
What is the wavelength of light if the energy of a photon is 3.65 x 10 -19 J?
A) 545 nm
B) 5.45 x 10-7 nm
C) 1.84 x 106 nm
D) 5.51 x 1014 nm
E) 654 nm
A laser pulse produces 1.046 kJ of energy. It was experimentally determined that the pulse contains 3.50 x 1022 photons. Determine the wavelength of light (in meters) emitted by one photon.
A) 6.65 x 10-3 m
B) 1.50 x 105 m
C) 5.43 x 10-48 m
D) 1.50 x 102 m
E) 6.65 x 10-6 m
Consider a hydrogen atom in the ground state. What is the energy (in J) of its electron?
Now consider an excited-state hydrogen atom. What is the energy (in J) of the electron in the n = 3 level?
What is the wavelength (m) of light that has a frequency of 1.20 x 10 13 s-1
a) 2.50 x 10-5
d) 4.00 x 104
Two electromagnetic waves are represented below.
Wave (b) has the
a) higher frequency and higher energy than Wave (a).
b) lower frequency and lower energy than wave (a)
c) higher frequency and lower energy than wave (a).
d) lower frequency and higher energy than wave (a).
e) more information is needed.
What is the energy (J) of a photon of a 1 km radio wave?
a) 1 x 10-25
b) 1 x 10-28
c) 2 x 10-25
d) 2 x 10-28
e) 5 x 10-25
It takes 238 kJ/mol to break a carbon-iodine bond. Calculate the frequency of light for which one carbon-iodine bond could be broken by absorbing a single photon.
a) 5.03 x 10-7s-1
b) 5.96 x 1011 s-1
c) 3.59 x 1035 s-1
d) 3.59 x 1038 s-1
e) 5.96 x 1014 s-1
Of the following, ______________ radiation has the longest wavelength and _____________ radiation has the greatest energy.
infrared gamma visible
a) infrared, gamma
b) gamma, infrared
c) visible, gamma
d) infrared, visible
e) visible, infrared
Which one of the following types of radiation has the shortest wavelength, the greatest energy AND the highest frequency?
A. ultraviolet radiation
B. infrared radiation
C. visible red light
D. visible blue light
E. none because short wavelength is associated with low energy and low frequency, not high energy and high frequency
What is the energy (in kJ/mol) of red photons with a frequency equal to 4.00 x 10 14 Hz?
A. 5.30 x 102
B. 1.60 x 102
C. 480 x 102
D. 480 x 103
E. 5.30 x 103
Calculate the frequency of visible light having a wavelength of 686 nm.
A) 4.37 x 1014 /s
B) 4.37 x 105 /s
C) 2.06 x 102 /s
D) 2.29 x 10-15 /s
E) 2.29 x 10-6 /s
An ultraviolet (UV) light photon has a wavelength of 124.1 nm. What is its energy in joules?
One type of ultraviolet light has a wavelength of 223 nm. Calculate the energy of one photon of this light.
a. 8.91 x 10 -19 J
b. 6.95 x 10 -19 J
c. 7.12 x 10 -19 J
d. 7. 87 x 10 -19 J
What is the wavelength of a beam of light having a frequency of 6 × 10 17 Hz?
1. 1.8 × 10 21 nm
2. 2 nm
3. 0.5 nm
4. 50 nm
My microwave operates at a wavelength of 300.0 mm (note units). What is the energy of a mole of photons generated by this microwave? The value of Planck's constant, h = 6.63 x 10-34 J s.
a. 4.3 kJ
b. 4.3 x 10-5 kJ
c. 330 kJ
d. 4.0 x 10-4 kJ
e. 5.5 x 10-25 kJ
A line in the spectrum of an element was observed to have a frequesncy of 5.17 x 1014 s -1 . What is the wavelength of this radiation?
a. 5.80 x 10-7 meters
b. 1.72 x 106 meters
c. 1.55 x 1023 meters
d. 1.77 x 10-4 meters
e. 174 meters
Most of the light emitted by excited mercury atoms has wavelengths of 185, 254, 365, 436, 546 and 615 nm. Which one of the following frequencies is emitted by mercury atoms?
A) 1.4 x 1014 s-1
B) 4.1 x 1014 s-1
C) 8


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carnage /kάɚnɪdʒ/ : 大量虐殺
原義はラテン語のcarnaticum (動物を屠ること)です。同義語はmassacre, genocide, mass murderです。
Carnage means "killing many people during war". The etymology comes from carnem (meat). The original meaning is Latin carnaticum (slaughter of animals). Its synonyms are massacre, genocide and mass murder. Let's see examples of carnage.
In the Middle Ages, Europeans carried out carnage to Native Americans and Indigenous Australians. During WW2, Nazis carried out carnage to Jewish people.
carnal /kάɚnl/ : 肉体の
Carnal means "relating to one's body". The etymology comes from carnis (of the meat). The original meaning is Latin carnalis (natural). Its synonym is sensual. Let's see example sentences of carnal.
All human has carnal desire for species preservation (or conservation). Female's plump body excite male's carnal desire. It is unwise to live only for carnal pleasure.
carnation /kɑɚnéɪʃən/ : カーネーション
Carnation means "a red flower". The etymology comes from caro (meat). The original meaning is Latin carnationem (meat).
Carnation is the perennial plant which makes bright red flowers. It is indigenous to from Southern Europe to Mediterranean coasts in Western Asia. In Islamic countries where the worship of idols are banned, they use a carnation as Arabesque's patterns. The red carnation's flower language is "the love for mother", and so Japan has the culture where children gives red carnation to their mother in Mother's Day.
carnival /kάɚnəv(ə)l/ : 謝肉祭・カーニバル
carnivalは「謝肉祭」を意味し、語源はcaro(肉)とlavare(離れる)に由来します。原義はラテン語のcarne vale (肉よ、さらば！)です。
Carnival means "a kind of festival". The etymology comes from caro (meat) and lavera (to leave). The original meaning is Latin carne vale (meat, farewell!).
Carnival is a festival hold before Lent (click here for more detail of Lent). During Lent, people should have an abstemious diet, so they eat meat as they like in Carnival. Carnival literally means festival to "say farewell to meat". During carnival, people have a fancy dress parade or events of throwing sweets and flowers. After carnival, Lent begins, and people have a simple meal until the Easter after 40 days.
carnivore /kάɚnəv'ɔɚ/ : 肉食動物
Carnivore means "animals which feed on other animals". The etymology comes from caro (meat) and vorare (devour).
Carnivore is an animal that feed on other animals. Carnivorous animals eat meat and organs, which is easily digested, and so their digestive organs have more simpler structure than those of herbivorous animals. Carnivores eat animals similar to themselves, so they can take enough nourishment and salt.
However, carnivores have difficulty with getting their foods. Animals preyed by carnivores are always running away, so they have to maintain an ability to catch them. Otherwise, carnivores will starve to death.
incarnation /ìnkɑɚnéɪʃən/ : 受肉
Incarnation means "the act of God forming into a human". The etymology comes from in (within) and caro (meat). The original meaning is Latin incarnationem (the act of being made flesh).
Incarnation is the act of God coming in the form of human. Especially in Christianity, incarnation means that the God's child, Christ appear as human named Jesus.
reincarnation /rìːìnkɑɚnéɪʃən/ : 転生・輪廻
Reincarnation means "living again after one's death". The etymology comes from re (again) and incarnation (forming into flesh).
Reincarnation means to living things died live again after their death. The idea of reincarnation exist not only in Buddhism, but also in Hindu and Jainism. Buddhism regard reincarnation as suffering, and their goal is to be liberated from it.
In recent Japan, reincarnation is used in fantasy novels. Reincarnation to another world is the popular genre in a certain novel-sharing website. It is common story that uncool NEET or shut-in people are suddenly hit by a truck, reincarnate into cool and competent guy, and get popular with many young women.


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In the present paper, the nonstandard analysis is used to derive the jump conditions across the shock wave in one-dimensional, unsteady, inviscid flow of nonideal gas
in the presence of magnetic field.
Nonideal gas expansion considerations can become important when the reference position of the gas from its critical state is changed over processing conditions.
A numerical friendly form of Redlich-Kwong cubic equation of state in compressibility factor, Z, is used to model nonideal gas behavior.
2 of the nonideal gas and R, radius of the bubble, is calculated from Eq.


Table of Contents
 1. Preface
 2. Using the Designer
 3. Working with Sources
 4. Working with Flat Files
 5. Working with Targets
 6. Mappings
 7. Mapplets
 8. Mapping Parameters and Variables
 9. Working with User-Defined Functions
 10. Using the Debugger
 11. Viewing Data Lineage
 12. Comparing Objects
 13. Managing Business Components
 14. Creating Cubes and Dimensions
 15. Using the Mapping Wizards
 17. Datatype Reference
 18. Configure the Web Browser
Debug Process
Debug Process
To debug a mapping, complete the following steps:
 1. Create breakpoints.
 Create breakpoints in a mapping where you want the Integration Service to evaluate data and error conditions.
 2. Configure the Debugger.
 Use the Debugger Wizard to configure the Debugger for the mapping. Select the session type the Integration Service uses when it runs the Debugger. When you create a debug session, you configure a subset of session properties within the Debugger Wizard, such as source and target location. You can also choose to load or discard target data.
 3. Run the Debugger.
 Run the Debugger from within the Mapping Designer. When you run the Debugger, the Designer connects to the Integration Service. The Integration Service initializes the Debugger and runs the debugging session and workflow. The Integration Service reads the breakpoints and pauses the Debugger when the breakpoints evaluate to true.
 4. Monitor the Debugger.
 While you run the Debugger, you can monitor the target data, transformation and mapplet output data, the debug log, and the session log. When you run the Debugger, the Designer displays the following windows:
 - Debug log.
 View messages from the Debugger.
 - Target window.
 View target data.
 - Instance window.
 View transformation data.
 5. Modify data and breakpoints.
 When the Debugger pauses, you can modify data and see the effect on transformations, mapplets, and targets as the data moves through the pipeline. You can also modify breakpoint information.
The Designer saves mapping breakpoint and Debugger information in the workspace files. You can copy breakpoint information and the Debugger configuration to another mapping. If you want to run the Debugger from another PowerCenter Client machine, you can copy the breakpoint information and the Debugger configuration to the other PowerCenter Client machine.
The following figure shows the windows in the Mapping Designer that appears when you run the Debugger:
In addition to the mapping, the Debugger displays the debug log, session log, Instance window, and Target window.
 1. Debugger log.
 2. Session log.
 3. Instance window.
 4. Target window.
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STCU News and Announcements
The Georgian Radiation Regulatory Authority (LEPL Agency of Nuclear and Radiation Safety) receives European Union-Funded Mobile Laboratory352/469
19 Jan 2021
In December 2020, STCU procured and supplied a mobile laboratory (~ˆ900K) in the framework of the EU-funded project "Strengthening the Preparedness for Nuclear Emergencies of the Agency of Nuclear and Radiation Safety of Georgia (ANRS): Delivery of the Mobile Laboratory -G 4.01/19B".
This mobile laboratory can be used to determine the propagation and impact of radioactive plumes caused by nuclear or radiation events.
The mobile laboratory is based on the Mercedes-Benz high-capacity off-road minibus and is designed to accommodate three experts. The mobile laboratory is equipped with a positive pressure ventilation system, ensuring safe operation for specialists in a polluted environment. In addition to the mobile lab, a trailer was provided to transport the required cargo, equipment, and containers.
The mobile laboratory was equipped with all necessary equipment for on-site radiological measurements and assessment. With the equipment installed in the mobile laboratory, it is possible to take samples of water, soil, and air and study and analyze alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron radiation (including gamma and alpha spectrometry) in the field, whilst still achieving high, laboratory-grade precision readings. The laboratory operates with software used to estimate the spread of radiation-contaminated clouds or air masses whilst taking into consideration the surrounding terrain.
The specific training in the effective operation of the mobile laboratory was contracted along with the equipment supply. The training was conducted upon the equipment delivery and covered the following subjects:
- Safety requirements pertaining to the laboratory operation;
- Technical requirements for the operation of the equipment installed in the laboratory;
- Gamma spectroscopy and spectral analysis pertaining to the equipment installed in the laboratory.


Subgroups of minimal index in polynomial time
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By applying an old result of Y. Berkovich, we provide a polynomial-time algorithm for computing the minimal possible index of a proper subgroup of a finite permutation group G. Moreover, we find that subgroup explicitly and within the same time if G is given by a Cayley table. As a corollary, we get an algorithm for testing whether or not a finite permutation group acts on a tree non-trivially.
Original languageEnglish
Article number2050010
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Algebra and its Applications
Volume19
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2020
Keywords
 - group representability on trees
 - group representability problem
 - minimal permutation representation
 - permutation group algorithms
 - Subgroup of minimal index
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Networks of philosophers, networks of composers
Randall Collins (University of Pennsylvania)
Networks are the actors on the stage of intellectual history– this was the program of The Sociology of Philosophies (Collins 1997). SP found that intergenerational networks of masters and pupils, plus horizontal networks of young compatriots launching their careers, shaped the creativity of philosophers and scientists. Collins' current project applies similar methods to musical composers in Europe from 1600 to 1930. Creative eminence clusters both across generations and in contemporary alliances and rivalries. Shifts in material and organizational bases re-organize the networks and generate new styles: for philosophers, these are the rise and fall of religions, schools and universities. For composers, shifts among church careers, elite patronage, commercial performances, and publishing music for amateurs; for the most modern developments, the rise of music academies. In the natural sciences, networks of laboratory equipment became cyborg genealogies (one research tool becoming modified or recombined with another), fostering the careers of the humans who interpreted their products. In music, genealogies of instruments became a cyborg network of instrument makers and composers that move the center of creativity and fame.


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The mission of the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is to promote agricultural production as the main engine of growth in Rural Communities; provide or ensure the provision of technical marketing, financial and infrastructural facilities and provide the social services required for the improvement of the quality of life of farm families.
 1. To provide a technical extension advisory service primarily to farmers in rural Jamaica in an effort to increase production and productivity.
 2. To train and develop extension personnel at all levels through in service training programmes, geared towards improving their efficiency.
 3. To administer farmer training programmes, thereby rendering farmers more knowledgeable and capable.
 4. To catalyze agricultural credit and inputs for small farmers.
 5. To assist small farmers and intermediaries in organizing co-operative marketing ventures and to disseminate timely marketing information to farmers.
 6. To co-operate with agencies involved in the development of rural infra-structure with a view to improving the quality of life in rural communities.
 7. To develop and operate rural agricultural service centers at strategic locations, thereby bringing service closer to farmers.
 8. To be the implementing agency for selected projects that impact on the farming biological environment (e.g. water-shed development projects, hillside agriculture etc.)
 9. To liaise with the agricultural research organizations with a view to providing the technology delivery link to rural farmers.
 10. To provide a channel for the free flow of inputs from farmers upwards, and for the implementation of policy decisions taken by the policy makers.
Parish Agricultural Manager
Over 100,000 already registered.
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10. HTML Attributes
Finally, traits can also be very useful when using L20n for localization of more complex UI elements, such as HTML components.
Those elements often contain multiple translatable messages per one
widget. For example, an HTML form input may have a value, but also a
aria-label attribute and
Another example would be a Web Component confirm window with
cancel button and a message.


DAX supports multiple relationships between tables, even if only one out of the many can be active at any time. USERELATIONSHIP, with CALCULATE, lets you activate one relationship, deactivating the other ones. As soon as you mix USERELATIONSHIP, CALCULATE, row context and context transition, the formulas tend to be much more complex than expected. If you feel confident with these topics, then this is the puzzle for you: a simple scenario, an innocent formula that looks easy at the beginning, but – as always – the devil is in the details.
Scenario
The Sales table has two relationships with Date. The first, based on OrderDateKey, is active. The second one, based on DeliveryDateKey, is inactive.
USERELATIONSHIP Schema
The Challenge
Compute the difference in days between the order date and the delivery date for each row of the Sales table, and report the average of this number for the transactions filtered in a query. In the following example you can see the expected result of this average:
USERELATIONSHIP Expected Result
Hints
You should create a single measure to obtain the result. However, you can also split the calculation in three steps:
 - First, create a calculated column in Sales containing the order date.
 - Second, create a calculated column in Sales containing the delivery date.
 - Third, compute a third column containing the difference between the previous two.
A simple AVERAGE of the third column provides the desired result. After you check the results, you can consolidate the entire calculation in a single measure, avoiding the three calculated columns, or at least skip the third calculated columns, using AVERAGEX instead of AVERAGE.
Solution
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Colour Serigraphy and Collage On Canvas
136 X 187 cm
Numbered copies and hand signed
Edition of 120
Born in 1939, Peter Phillips is an English artist known for his pioneering Pop art artworks. His work ranges from conventional oils on canvas to multi-media compositions and collages to sculpture and architecture. As an originator of Pop art, Phillips trained at the Royal College of Art with his contemporaries David Hockney, Allen Jones, R.B.Kitaj and others figures in British Pop art. The peculiar characteristics of the artist's work are the constant reference to the society of mass and its myths, the ability to combine different images on a single surface, the use of a brilliant and intentionally excessive colour.


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The ability to detect single molecules over the electronic noise requires high performance detector systems. Electron Multiplying Charge-Coupled Device (EMCCD) cameras have been employed successfully to image single molecules. Recently, scientific Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (sCMOS) based cameras have been introduced with very low read noise at faster read out rates, smaller pixel sizes and a lower price compared to EMCCD cameras. In this study, we have compared the two technologies using two EMCCD and three sCMOS cameras to detect single Cy5 molecules. Our findings indicate that the sCMOS cameras perform similar to EMCCD cameras for detecting and localizing single Cy5 molecules.
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An Overview of the Medical Applications of Marine Skeletal Matrix Proteins
AbstractIn recent years, the medicinal potential of marine organisms has attracted increasing attention. This is due to their immense diversity and adaptation to unique ecological niches that has led to vast physiological and biochemical diversification. Among these organisms, marine calcifiers are an abundant source of novel proteins and chemical entities that can be used for drug discovery. Studies of the skeletal organic matrix proteins of marine calcifiers have focused on biomedical applications such as the identification of growth inducing proteins that can be used for bone regeneration, for example, 2/4 bone morphogenic proteins (BMP). Although a few reports on the functions of proteins derived from marine calcifiers can be found in the literature, marine calcifiers themselves remain an untapped source of proteins for the development of innovative pharmaceuticals. Following an overview of the current knowledge of skeletal organic matrix proteins from marine calcifiers, this review will focus on various aspects of marine skeletal protein research including sources, biosynthesis, structures, and possible strategies for chemical or physical modification. Special attention will be given to potential medical applications and recent discoveries of skeletal proteins and polysaccharides with biologically appealing characteristics. In addition, I will introduce an effective protocol for sample preparation and protein purification that includes isolation technology for biopolymers (of both soluble and insoluble organic matrices) from coralline algae. These algae are a widespread but poorly studied group of shallow marine calcifiers that have great potential for marine drug discovery. View Full-Text
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Rahman, M.A. An Overview of the Medical Applications of Marine Skeletal Matrix Proteins. Mar. Drugs 2016, 14, 167.
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noun, plural: polar cells
In animals and humans, polar bodies are produced every after meiotic division. They are relatively smaller in size due to less cytoplasm compared to the gametocyte that will become the ovum. This is essential so that much of the cytoplasm is available and the chromosomal content is halved at the time of fertilization. The polar bodies will eventually degenerate.
Also called: polar body


by-product - analytics. When you can see exactly how your data is being used and how it flows, you can make adjustments to optimize the delivery of your content.
Cloudflare Analytics is very detailed so you can break down information about the exact resources that are being provisioned. The logs that analyze the data also provide security officers with a digital paper path to follow.
Deploy code without a server
For developers or companies that manage their own software resources at the macro level, Cloudflare can also help with deployment. Instead of having to invest in your own infrastructure, you can use Cloudflare Worker.
This means you can rely on resources to be available when you need them without having to worry about managing them. It's fast, powerful, and extremely inexpensive.
Using Cloudflare with Your Site
The first thing you need to understand is that Cloudflare is not a web hosting service provider. This means you must have an existing website with your own domain name and hosting before using Cloudflare.
First of all, you need to sign up for an account with them. Once that's done, you'll be given a number of name servers to use. To use Cloudflare, you need to visit the control panel for your domain name.
There, replace your existing DNS servers (usually called name servers) with those provided by Cloudflare. This will route traffic through Cloudflare servers and start caching your website at the same time.
Once you do, you can just leave the defaults alone and it will work. Once you are familiar with Cloudflare, there are a few settings you can try to change to optimize your website's performance and security.
In addition, Cloudflare integrates seamlessly with multiple applications, from content management systems to e-commerce platforms. Some examples of this are WordPress, Magento, and Google Cloud.
What Cloudflare can't help you with
Despite its fairly broad range of services, Cloudflare isn't everything. As a website owner, you need to understand that for you, Cloudflare is just a tool to improve the performance and security of your website.
Cloudflare does not:
Host your website - You still need a web hosting service provider to store and serve the files that make up your website.
Improve web hosting server speeds - Although Cloudflare improves performance by helping you to cache and serve some items, it cannot speed up your web hosting server by itself. If you've chosen a subpar hosting provider, the speed improvements Cloudflare offers are likely not enough to keep your visitors from getting frustrated.
Here is a list of the 10 best web hosting based on real world data and use cases.
Cloudflare cannot:
Manage your domain name - If you hosted your domain name with a Cloudflare partner, you will need to manage your domain name through the partner's control panel, not through Cloudflare.
Pricing and Plans - How Cloudflare Makes Money
Cloudflare has four different tier pricing plans. In the simplest case, it offers users a free service. This plan is limited in some ways, but most basic websites should be able to take advantage of the free tier too. Most importantly, there are no bandwidth limits placed on users for the free plan.
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Immediate full cache cleaning
Min. Expiry of the cache TTL2 hours1 hr30 min.1 sec
Maximum client upload size (MB)100100200Over 500
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price $ 0 / mo$ 20 / mo$ 200 / moRequest quote
Paid plans for Cloudflare are Pro, Business, and Enterprise. Each includes an increasing number of features, with Pro costing $ 20 per month and Business $ 200 per month. Business plans are customizable, and users must discuss options and pricing with Cloudflare's sales reps.
If you're not a paid plan user or a feature you want isn't available in your plan, you often have the option of using it as a paid extra. For example, Agro, a service that helps optimize traffic routes to further improve speed, is not included in the free plan.
Users who just want to take advantage of this additional feature can pay $ 5 per website (about $ 0.10 per GB) depending on the bandwidth used.
Finance & Investment
Cloudflare has an estimated customer base of around 2.8 million. The number is a combination of free and paying customers. In 2019, its revenue was $ 287 million with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 50%.
In recent years, a very constant average gross profit of around 78% has been achieved. For a company with over 1,000 employees and a large investment in infrastructure, that's certainly impressive.
Cloudflare milestones, updates and news
Initial public offering
After roughly a decade officially in business, Cloudflare finally went public with an IPO in late 2019. The stock originally traded at $ 15, but rose to $ 17.90 at the end of the first day of trading. It has since climbed to over $ 36 (mostly on the back of the coronavirus pandemic) and things are looking good for her.
8chan incident
In August 2019, Cloudflare made the decision to remove the infamous Forum 8chan as a customer. Matthew Prince, CEO and co-founder of CLoudflare, called the website "a cesspool of hatred".
Widespread service outage
Despite its massive size, Cloudflare is not entirely immune to problems. One such incident (self-induced) occurred in mid-2019 and resulted in widespread outages that lasted over 30 minutes.The problem? A software deployment failed.
Spamhaus DDoS
In March 2013, the Cloudflare network successfully fended off a concentrated multi-day attack against Spamhaus. At the time, it was the largest DDoS attack ever, although there have been larger and more significant attacks since then.
Final Thoughts: Is Cloudflare Right For You?
For the majority of us, Cloudflare is simply a CDN. This means that you can speed up your blog or even improve the performance of your small business website.
In this context, owning one of the most powerful global server networks seems a bit ridiculous. Is It Really Necessary? To answer that question simply - yes. It is precisely the size of this network that makes it a viable solution for so many websites today.
Also, keep in mind that it gives many small website owners a free ride on their network. To do this, it must be able to offer significant services to customers on a corporate scale in order to cover costs, so to speak.
Because of this business model, Cloudflare helps small website owners and businesses by offering them a service that they otherwise could not easily afford or justify. After all, it's free for many.
From a more strategic point of view, it is also about a problem that appears more and more frequently over time. The internet has become an increasingly dangerous place. Not only for normal browsers, but especially for website owners.
Combining speed, reliability, and security, I would say that Cloudflare has actually delivered on its promise so far. The search for a better internet.
That makes it good for everyone.
frequently asked Questions
Is Cloudflare free?
Cloudflare offers a free tier of its CDN service with no bandwidth restrictions. It also includes various services like rudimentary bot protection, HTTP / 2, free SSL, and more. However, some features have limitations while others have to be paid for.
What is Cloudflare Edge?
Cloudflare Edge refers to the concept they use for content delivery. This means that the data is brought as close as possible to the delivery point ("the edge"). The result is lower turnaround time and bandwidth savings for websites.
What is a CDN?
A content delivery network is the use of multiple linked servers to store data in a variety of locations. This helps websites deliver their files faster and more reliably, which improves the user experience of their visitors.
Which companies use Cloudflare?
Cloudflare supports around 13% of all websites currently in existence. While the list of users is complete, it includes several major brand names such as Roche, ZenDesk, Mozilla, UpWork, 9GAG, US Xpress, and more.
Are there alternatives to Cloudflare?
There are quite a few CND providers out there today. Notable among them are Akamai, StackPath, and Sucuri. Everyone often follows their own marketing path and looks at a specific consumer segment. Akamai, for example, is more active in the extremely high traffic segment.
Is Cloudflare the only free CDN provider?
No, there are other free CDN service providers as well. An example of this is Amazon Cloudfront with a free service tier (for one year). It should be noted, however, that most other free service providers typically have more restrictions.
About Timothy Shim
Timothy Shim is a writer, editor, and tech geek. He began his career in the information technology field and quickly found his way into the print media. Since then he has worked with international, regional and local media outlets such as ComputerWorld, PC.com, Business Today and The Asian Banker. His expertise lies in technology from both a consumer and business perspective.
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published on June 28, 2017
The Contractualist Dilemma
In moral and political philosophy many contractualist views appeal to hypothetical consent when justifying their proposed normative contents. In this paper I argue that all of them fail. In particular, I defend three claims. First, I consider and develop what I call the common objection to contractualism: that the stipulation of a hypothetical consent adds nothing to the independent reasons offered in contractualist procedures in favor of the normative content in question. Second, I hold that this objection gives rise to what I call the contractualist dilemma. Third, in light of the dilemma, I argue that contractualism should be understood in a non-justificatory way. These three claims might sound familiar to readers versed on the contractualist tradition. It is striking, however, how many contemporary authors continue to defend contractualism as a method of justification despite these arguments. This paper is thus a strong invitation to finally abandon the justificatory interpretation of this view.


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How long does insect repellent clothing last? Insect repellent clothing has become increasingly popular among hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts who want to protect themselves from pesky insects while enjoying the great outdoors.
Insect repellent clothing is treated with special materials that repel insects, protecting you from bites and the diseases that come with them. But, how long does insect-repellent clothing last, and how often should you replace it?
What is Insect Repellent Clothing?
Insect repellent clothing is a type of clothing that is treated with chemicals designed to repel insects. The treatment is usually applied to the fabric during manufacturing and can withstand several wash cycles.
The most commonly used insect repellent for clothing is permethrin, a synthetic chemical approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use on clothing. Permethrin works by interfering with an insect's nervous system, paralyzing and killing them on contact.
Insect repellent clothing can be found in various forms, including shirts, pants, socks, hats, and jackets. This clothing is a great option for outdoor activities, especially in areas where insects are prevalent.
How Long Does Insect Repellent Clothing Last?
How long does insect repellent clothing last? The effectiveness of insect repellent clothing varies depending on the type of fabric and the concentration of insecticide. The treatment can last for several wash cycles, but eventually, the repellent properties will wear off.
On average, insect repellent clothing can last for about 70 washes or approximately two years. The lifespan of insect repellent clothing also depends on how frequently it is worn and exposed to the elements.
It is important to note that while insect repellent clothing can last for a long time, its effectiveness reduces with each subsequent wash cycle. This means that the clothing will become less efficient at repelling insects over time.
Signs That Your Insect Repellent Clothing Needs Replacing
Insect repellent clothing may require replacement if it no longer provides protection against insects. This can occur when the clothing is exposed to wear and tear or when the insecticide has completely disintegrated. Signs that your insect repellent clothing needs replacing include:
- You start experiencing insect bites even when wearing the clothing
- The insect repellent clothing has lost its color or texture due to frequent washing or exposure to the elements
- The clothing does not smell like insecticide anymore
- The clothing's insect-repelling properties have reduced significantly
Tips to Help Extend the Life of Your Insect Repellent Clothing
While insect repellent clothing has a finite lifespan, there are things you can do to help extend its life. These include:
- Follow the care instructions on the clothing's label. Avoid washing the clothing frequently or using harsh chemicals that can damage the fabric and diminish the insecticide's effectiveness.
- Store the clothing in a cool and dry place. Exposing the clothing to heat and moisture can cause its insect-repelling properties to deteriorate.
- Use other forms of insect repellent in conjunction with insect repellent clothing. Wearing insect repellent clothing does not guarantee complete protection against insects, especially around exposed areas like your face and hands. You can use topical insect repellents, wear protective gear like hats and gloves, and avoid being outdoors during peak insect activity times.
How long does bug spray last on clothes?
The longevity of bug spray on clothing largely depends on the type of chemical used. Natural insect repellents, such as those containing essential oils, provide protection for up to two hours before needing to be reapplied. Chemical-based formulas can last up to 6 hours, although this may vary depending on the climate and humidity levels.
It is important to read the label of any product you use and follow any recommendations regarding how often it should be applied. Additionally, washing your clothes regularly with a detergent designed specifically for outdoor apparel can help reduce the need for frequent re-application.
Does insect repellent come out of clothes?
Yes, insect repellent can come out of clothes. Depending on the type of insect repellent and the fabric it is applied to, some may be more easily removed than others. If you want to try to remove the insect repellent from your clothing, it's best to treat the garment with a gentle detergent or spot remover before washing it in the washing machine.
For tougher stains, you may need to soak the item overnight in cold water before laundering it. Keep in mind that if your clothing has been treated with permethrin-based insecticide sprays, they must be washed separately from other garments. Additionally, heat drying should be avoided as this may set any remaining insect repellent into the fabric permanently.
Do mosquito repellent clothes work?
Yes, mosquito repellent clothes are proven to work. Research studies have shown that treated clothing is effective in repelling mosquitoes and other biting insects. Treated garments use a special technology called Insect Shield® Repellent Apparel which binds permethrin—a man-made version of an insect repellent found in certain types of chrysanthemum flowers—to the fabric fibers, creating long-lasting protection from mosquitoes.
This provides a barrier against pesky bloodsuckers without having to apply topical bug spray or lotion directly on your skin. Additionally, because it's bound to the fabric, it won't wash off with regular laundering, so you can enjoy protection for up to 70 washes!
How long does permethrin stay in clothes?
Permethrin is a synthetic insecticide that is used to treat clothing and other wearables to help repel insects. Permethrin can remain in clothes for up to two weeks, depending on the material of the garment and how often it is laundered. For example, cotton garments may retain permethrin longer than synthetic fabrics such as polyester.
Laundering can help reduce the amount of permethrin left on clothing but you should always follow label instructions when applying and reapplying treatments. In addition, it's best to avoid contact with permethrin-treated items during application in order to minimize exposure. If any skin contact does occur, wash the area immediately with soap and water.
Insect repellent clothing is an effective way to protect yourself from insects while enjoying the outdoors. The lifespan of insect repellent clothing varies depending on the type of fabric and insecticide concentration. On average, insect repellent clothing lasts for about 70 washes or two years.
However, its effectiveness reduces with each wash cycle. As such, it's essential to look out for signs of wear and tear and replace your insect repellent clothing when necessary. By following the care instructions, storing the clothing correctly, and using other forms of insect repellent, you can extend the life of your insect repellent clothing and stay protected from insects for longer.


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Scrabble word: PARAPET
In which Scrabble dictionary does PARAPET exist?
Definitions of PARAPET in dictionaries:
- noun - a low wall along the edge of a roof or balcony
- noun - fortification consisting of a low wall
- A low protective wall or railing along the edge of a raised structure such as a roof or balcony.
- An earthen or stone embankment protecting soldiers from enemy fire.
- noun - a protective wall


BioCover's hydraulically applied cover meets federal regulations, is less expensive than other alternative covers and is easier to apply. Manufactured from Thermally Refined® wood fibres combined with cellulose fibre and a viscous hydro-colloid tackifier, BioCover™ is the superior alternative to soil, mulch or plastic daily covers.
 - Better for the environment—minimizes the accumulated leachate pockets and leachate seeps that are typically caused by continuous daily soil cover practices; designed as 100% biodegradable and non-toxic
 - Increases Landfill Gas Management System efficiency—minimizes the number of intermediate impervious layers which increases the capture zone and efficiency of the gas extraction system
 - Utilizes a hydro-colloid tackifier to increase the bond to debris, including plastic and other slick-surface materials
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There is seemingly an endless amount of forestland through the state of Maine. Most of that forestland is harmless, filled with walkable trails and exciting little finds that make exploring it an actual pastime for many. But there is one specific part of forestland that has gained worldwide attention over the years because of a series of strange happenings that are difficult to explain. It's the forest that surrounds the small town of Randolph, Maine, which is home to an incredible bike path and some very goosebump-inducing tales.
Jean-Luc Thériault (Maine Trail Finder)
According to MaineTrailFinder, the path is the Old Narrow Gauge Volunteer Trail, a bike path created over the route of a former railroad that often transported injured or sick veterans to Togus Hospital during the late 1800's and early 1900's. With the railroad out of use and the land being unused, a bike path seemed to be a great use of the space. Apparently, checking for ghosts beforehand never crossed anyone's mind.
Since it's construction, the path has yielded tales of ghostly encounters. According to the Bangor Daily News, some locals believe one of the many ghosts that haunt the trail is the spirit of someone known as "Bicycle Larry", who disappeared in 2004. Other stories shared include seeing unexplained flashes or orbs within the most heavily wooded area that surrounds the trails. Then there's the screams. Several witnesses claim they've heard screams but never spotted a soul.
Jean-Luc Thériault (Maine Trail Finder)
Perhaps the most eerie story is about a small patch of wooded area near a brook slightly off the bike path. Several people believe the area used to be home to ritualistic practices and now is constantly shrouded in darkness no matter how much light exists around it. If that doesn't sound like the premise of a Stephen King novel, you haven't been reading enough.
But don't let these urban legends keep you from a great day in the Maine outdoors. Even in the winter, the trail can be a peaceful day trip escape from hustle and bustle if you're brave enough.
The Settlement Quarry Preserve In Stonington Looks Like a Post-Apocalyptic Wasteland


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Agastache rugosa (Lamiaceae), a new casual alien in the flora of Poland
In September 2014, the occurrence of Agastache rugosa (Lamiaceae) was recorded as a new casual alien in the flora of Poland. The species was observed between fallow and arable fields in Lbiska near Zalesie Górne, Masovian Province. The habitat where this species was found suggests the plant was introduced from garden waste from a nearby horticultural farm. A. rugosa is a perennial herb native to temperate regions of Asia. It is cultivated as an ornamental species and a source of nectar for bees and is regularly found as an escapee from cultivation. It has been recorded as casual in Belgium, France and the United Kingdom.
Pliszko A (2015) Agastache rugosa (Lamiaceae), a new casual alien in the flora of Poland. Botanica Lithuanica 21, 74-76.