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Animal Learning and CognitionAuthor:
Pearce, John M.
Edition: 3
Pub Date: 2008
Publisher: Taylor & Francis, Inc.
Summary: Animal Learning and Cognition: An Introduction provides an up to date review of the principal findings from more than a century of research into animal intelligence. This new edition has been expanded to take account of the many exciting developments that have occurred in the last ten years. The book opens with a historical survey of the methods that have been used to study animal intelligence, and follows by summari...zing the contribution made by learning processes to intelligent behaviour. Topics include Pavlovian and instrumental conditioning, discrimination learning, and categorisation. The remainder of the book focuses on animal cognition and covers such topics as memory, navigation, social learning, language and communication, and knowledge representation. Expanded areas include extinction (to which an entire chapter is now devoted), navigation in insects, episodic memory in birds, imitation in birds and primates, and the debate about whether primates are aware of mental states in themselves and others. Issues raised throughout the book are reviewed in a concluding chapter that examines how intelligence is distributed throughout the animal kingdom. The broad range of topics covered in this book ensures it will be of interest to students of psychology, biology, zoology, and neuroscience. Since very little background knowledge is required, the book will also be of value to anyone interested in either animal intelligence, or the animal origins of human intelligence. [read more]
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President Barack Obama took to Twitter today to try to build support for his tax plan.
The White House announced on the microblogging site earlier today that Obama would take questions on extending middle class tax cuts beginning at 2 p.m. ET. People were able send in their questions on Twitter using the hashtag #My2k.
At first, the hashtag drew more people tweeting about Obama taking questions than actual questions for the president.
Then, at 2 p.m., Obama began what became a lively Twitter discussion with people who submitted questions. He started off by tweeting, "hey guys - this is barack. ready to answer your questions on fiscal cliff & #my2k. Let's get started. -bo"
After that, the questions started rolling in.
"Mr. President, can you assure us that any "fiscal cliff" negotiations regarding entitlement reform will not hurt the most needy? #My2K," tweeted @pmmckenzie.
Obama tweeted back: "@pmmckenzie we can reduce deficit in balanced way by ending tax cuts for top 2% + reforms that strengthen safety net & invest in future -bo"
Later, @davidosteen asked, "@BarackObama Mr. President, Why not place more emphasis on reducing government spending,than on raising revenues? #My2K #WHChat"
Obama responded, tweeting, "@davidosteen (part 1) already cut $1T+ in gov spending last yr. Discretionary spending lowest as % of GDP since ike. #my2k"
He then added, "@davidosteen (part 2) Open to more smart cuts but not in areas like R&D, edu that help growth & jobs, or hurt vulnerable (eg disabled) - bo"
This isn't the first time Obama, known for using technology and Web 2.0 tools since his first presidential campaign, has used Twitter to reach out to constituents.
In July 2011, the White House held its first Twitter town hall forum. In that Twitter effort, Obama took questions on jobs and the economy.
During this year's presidential election, Twitter became a key player for both the Democratic and the Republican campaigns and played a big role during the presidential and vice presidential debates. Social networks have been a part of other elections, but this year marked the first national election since social networking, and Twitter in particular, went mainstream.
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During Sunday's Miami Heat – Indiana Pacers playoff game, ESPN interviewed Commissioner David Stern who watched the game from court-side. Stern was asked about Pacers coach Frank Vogel who called the Heat the biggest "floppers" in the league which led to a $15,000 fine.
Stern defended the fine, but expressed his agreement with the underlying policy behind Vogel's comments. The NBA, and basketball in general, faces a major issue in flopping. Stern labeled it not even a legitimate play.
Amen! Finally, someone in the power structure of a sport admits that flopping is a serious problem which should be eliminated from the game (take cue, soccer; someone please stand up and stop the insanity on the pitch).
Flopping took center stage in one of the NBA's best first round series between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Clippers. Players such as Chris Paul, Blake "Flake" Griffin, and Reggie Evans continuously flailed their limbs and landed on their asses in the seven game series.
Grizzlies' forward Zach Randolph called the Clippers the biggest floppers in the league "by far" on the Doug Gottlieb Show on ESPN Radio (see all of his comments in the same link above). Below, you can see one example of Clippers' superstar Chris Paul falling to the ground with minimal contact after grabbing a rebound. In another video, Reggie Evans of LA's basketball step-child exaggerates contact after setting a screen.
Sir Flops-a-Lot Paul
And the invisible uppercut to Reggie Evans' chin
The Clippers are not the only ones. Manu Ginobli of the San Antonio Spurs is well-known for his disgraceful flopping prowess. It's a league-wide epidemic affecting superstars and role players. It's out-of-control.
At one point earlier this season in a game between the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks, former NBA coach and current ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy embarked on a two minute diatribe against flopping (video below). Van Gundy's the voice you heard at the end of the Evans' flop clip above. He's a well known anti-flopping advocate and an important voice in the war on embellishment.
It's time to take a hard-line approach on flopping. It cannot be tolerated. Violators should face stiff penalties designed to strongly discourage such action and rid the disease from the game of basketball.
Referees are able to stop flopping by making the requisite calls. However, all potential incidents should be subject to post-game review by the NBA. Offenders should be fined and suspended games. If you want to play, play the right way.
For example, first time offenders, aside from in-game fouls, would be subject to a $10,000 fine and a one game suspension after a post-game review by the NBA. Secondary offenders would be subject to a $25,000 fine and a three game suspension. A player who commits a third offense must pay a $50,000 fine and miss five games. Any further violation should result in a $100,000 fine and a ten game suspension.
David Stern, it's time for you to set a precedent. Exterminate this nasty disease from the game of basketball. It's better for the sport, the players, and the fans. You made your feelings public, now it's time to act on them.


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Blue Lake and Sheriff's Department agree on new contract
BLUE LAKE- Blue Lake City Council and the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office have signed a new three-year contract to provide law enforcement services to residents. The Sheriff's Department and the city council have been negotiating the terms of the agreement since the end of December.
Deputies were at the Blue Lake substation Wednesday, the day after the contract was signed. While the terms of the agreement were being negotiated no deputies were at the substation, but the sheriff's office still maintained patrols and services to the area.
"It's a good thing to say that we have police coverage," said Sherman Schapiro, the Mayor of Blue Lake.


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Extraordinary Pumpkin Challenge: The Winner IS…
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RESIDENTIAL LIFE edged out Facilities by an itsy bitsy amount to win Best of Show in the pumpkin competition. An award ceremony is being planned to present the winner's trophy. The event was sponsored by Staff Council to raise money for the Ithaca College Caring and Sharing Fund.
Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to provide assistance to IC families faced with financial hardships. Applications are being accepted through Nov. 7th for Thanksgiving assistance. For more information, please contact the Caring and Sharing Committee Chair, Michelle Rios-Dominguez.
Various creations of pumpkin artistry were designed, sculpted, and painted by college staff to represent their departments in the contest. The pumpkins were displayed in the Campus Center on Oct 29th–31st. Spectators voted for their favorites by placing cash donations into containers designated for each pumpkin. The entry by Residential Life featured two large relief carvings – a graveyard scene and a howling coyote, and inspired more donations than any other. Facilities came in a very close second, with David Westgate's sculptured rendition of a bearded man. Mail Services and the Library exhibited their IC spirit with carvings of the towers and the new college logo, respectively. Ghouls, Goblins, Spiders, Skeletons, Witches, Frankenstorm, and a Pumpkin-Headed Accountant were among the themes. The Hammond Health Center humorously promoted the use of condoms with their Locks of Love pumpkin. The display provided wonderful seasonal entertainment and generated much interest among students, faculty, and staff during the three-day exhibit. Look for photos soon on the Staff Council website.
Staff Council and the Pumpkin Committee appreciate the help of everyone who contributed to making this event enjoyable and successful! We look forward to planning next year's contest and attracting even more participants. Special thanks to all of the staff members – from eleven departments across campus – who teamed up to enter the contest:
Extraordinary Pumpkin Challenge: The Winner IS… Comment from sdubrava on 11/05/12
I am very curious on how much was raised with this fundraiser??
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A hugely popular romantic holiday destination, Venice is often swamped with visitors but, if you're prepared to stray from the beaten track, you'll find secret squares and Gothic arches where you can leave the buzz of the crowds behind you. Flights to Venice are available through most international airports and a visit here will show you that there is much more to it than being built on water.
A trip to Venice should include a trip in a gondola; it's an idyllic and supremely romantic way to get an overview of the city. With gondola rides being so popular, you're better not to leave it to chance, but to book in advance. Look up the website for the Istituzione per la Conservazione della Gondola e la Tutela del Gondoliere and you'll find recommended itineraries.
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If it's culture you're after, pay a visit to La Fenice, Venice's premier opera house, where you can listen to opera, watch a ballet or catch a concert orchestra playing some of Vivaldi's works.
There are also a cluster of islands in the lagoon that are well worth visiting: head for Murano for its exquisite glass, Burano for delicate laces, Torcello, and the Lido for the Venice International Film Festival.
However, a trip to Venice doesn't have to mean a culture-overload and there are plenty of things to see and do for visitors of all ages. Visiting a women's prison might seem like an odd idea, but the Casa di Reclusione Femminile is much more than that. The inmates there run a tailors' workshop that produces some amazing goods, from clothing, jewellery and cushions to reproduction 18th Century costumes, which have to be seen to be believed!
The Peggy Guggenheim Museum is perfect for children, brimming with weird and wonderful art to inspire young minds. There's even a sculpture garden they can run around in.
Sometimes simple pleasures are the best and your trip to Venice ought to include a visit to the heart of the city: Piazza San Marco. There are cafés offering strong Italian coffee and delicious pastries and outdoor orchestras serenading visitors as they pass by. But don't forget to look up occasionally and you'll catch glimpses of some wonderful artwork on the outside of the Piazza's buildings, including the iconic Clock Tower on the north side of the square.
Eating in Venice can be a mixed bag, unless you're a local or you've taken the time to book in advance. There are plenty of family pizza restaurants and those selling traditional Venetian fare, which can be quite eclectic and different from the usual 'pasta with everything' menu you get elsewhere.
Because of its location Venice specialises in seafood, which is brought in fresh every day. One of Venice's signature dishes is cuttlefish and its ink. It's incorporated into everything from risotto and polenta. Cuttlefish and cuttlefish ink dishes are usually indicated by the phrase "nella seppia" for cuttlefish, and "nero di seppia" for dishes that incorporate the ink in their construction (especially in sauces).
Venetians love to shop. It's as much a part of their way of life as pasta and gondolas. Consequently, Venice's labyrinthine streets are stuffed with hideaway shops and classy boutiques.
Mercerie, which runs between Piazza San Marco and the Rialto Bridge is a perfect example, practically overflowing with shops and stalls selling handmade trinkets, Venetia sweets and small leather items. However, to the west of the Piazza, you'll find Calle Larga XXII Marzo, a street famous for its designer clothing, shoe shops and high-end boutique stores.
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does anyone know if there's a way to keep the "How To Grill" smoked salmon (it was to-die-for by the way - thanks Steven!) for longer than the recommended three to five days?
I think wild king salmon season is over sometime in October, but this would sure make for some outstanding Christmas gifts.


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It's outfit time again and I'm sharing what I wore on my last night in Las Vegas. And I think I've found my new favorite pair of pants! That's pretty exciting for me, because I don't normally get excited about denim. Torrid's new Ankle Zip Stiletto Jean in black is all I've been wearing lately. There's something about a super skinny ankle length pant that I love.
Maybe it's the fact that they're not a full length, but not a capri either. I think they're perfect for showing off that amazing shoe! If I only had one thing to say about this pair of denim, it would have to be that I wish the denim was thicker. Being a big girl, my thighs do rub and I feel like these are already starting to wear out in that area. But that's an all-around denim issue. I haven't found a brand that makes a durable inner thigh. If you know of one please let me know!
Oh and by the way, these Guess Mipolia Suede Pumps are my new favorite shoe too. I'm going to wear the heck out of these shoes! You'll probably see them a lot here. My top is from Ann Taylor, which was a last minute purchase and is on sale. It didn't fit as well as I thought, I was in a hurry and didn't try it on. It's an XL and seemed a bit short on me. But, I'm digging the color. The necklace is from Banana Republic (❤) and the clutch is from Dama Handbags (which I adore btw).
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A TEENAGE girl fought off an attacker who tried to steal her mobile phone.
Police said the 13-year-old was sitting on a wall outside the Tim Bobbin pub waiting for a friend when she was approached by a man who tried to steal her iPhone 4S.
She bravely held on despite the man grabbing her arms, and he fled empty-handed.
Detectives said the victim was left 'very shaken' but unhurt.
The attacker is described as a tanned male, aged in his 20s, of slim build and about 5ft 8ins tall.
He had a goatee type beard that was 'long and pointy' and was wearing dark trousers and a coat.
Officers are appealing for witnesses who may have been driving past or visiting nearby shops to get in touch.
The incident happened at just after 11am on Wednesday.
Detectives have also released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident.
Detective Sgt Alisa Wilson, of East CID, said: "This young girl has been left very shaken by her ordeal and I am keen to trace this man.
"It was busy at the time, there were plenty of vehicles going past and there were pedestrians in the area as well.
"We think the man had been hanging around for sometime so people visiting local shops may have seen him or know who he was.
"I would urge anyone who recognises the man in the images or who has any information to get in touch."
Councillor Betsy Stringer said: "It shocking, absolutely shocking to have men snatching things from children.
"This 13-year-old girl is a child. It must have been a frightening experience for her.
"Children should be safe on our streets. That someone in their 20s should do this beggars belief."
Anybody with any information can contact police on 101 quoting log number 384 of Wednesday, April 16, or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


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Prior to this Itachi Abilities Section debate, I generally thought Talk Page sections resolve themselves but this one seems to have no end in sight as more anonymous users seem to pile in continue the discussion but adding in nothing that actually matters. I was thinking, why not do what Bleach wiki has done. Once a decision has been made or action taken, have a box at the top of said discussion announce the decision/action and that no more posts should be made and that no one should be adding posts to the thread anymore. Of course if a person has something to actually add besides opinion(unless the thread is calling for that) or forum like posts then they could just make another thread if the box had been put up prior to their info. This could be used only for example in the Itachi Ability discussion when a section has already been handled and is just being used a forum which we are not a forum.
Examples of what I am talking about:
http://bleach.wikia.com/wiki/Talk:Ulquiorra_CiferUmishiru (talk) 23:49, August 8, 2011 (UTC)
The Avatar wiki has something similar. Omnibender - Talk - Contributions 23:51, August 8, 2011 (UTC)
You sure? It seems they got rid of talk pages in favor for a comments section.Umishiru (talk) 23:55, August 8, 2011 (UTC)
I think that would be a good idea.--Deva 27 23:58, August 8, 2011 (UTC)
Back when they had talk pages, those were used. I know, I used them myself when I was still a bureaucrat there. Omnibender - Talk - Contributions 00:05, August 9, 2011 (UTC)
Hmm yes. I saw those too, and I liked what they had done. Although at first I thought that may be taking too much voice away from the visitors and contributors, sometimes talk pages just get all wordy and pretty much useless. I read through old discussions and think they could've been ended so much earlier; people continue to comment even after their answer is given through a manga or databook citation. I'm in favor of closing discussions when resolved. --GoDai (talk) 00:23, August 9, 2011 (UTC)
Hum if i may...i don't really on one hand like the idea of the Bleach wiki for here...sometimes (Even with the dilligence of the older editores) certain things old and new maybe missed...and when someone picks up on it they won't have a place to discuss it because it's closed...maybe just... i don't know block these users who don't do anything more than curse and troll? I understand it's difficult to bear but it'll be worse to just block when someone wants to discuss something and won't be able to. Darksusanoo (talk) 01:30, August 9, 2011 (UTC)
Its as simple as creating a new thread. And as Godai said some of them should have ended shorter than they currently are. If someone has something to add after the fact they can still create a thread.Umishiru (talk) 03:12, August 9, 2011 (UTC)
- Don't forget to think about how our discussions usually are here. Typically, as long as people remember them, they can go on and on for weeks at a time. Sometimes an action is done purely to force the discussion to continue (against the rules mind you, but it has happened). Food for thought.--TheUltimate3 ~Keeper of Lore~ 03:35, August 9, 2011 (UTC)
I don't care of a discussion last for 5 years as long as something pertaining to the page is being discussed and both sides have something to back them up. What we don't need, as the Itachi talk page is showing, is a bunch of random users continue a talk because they don't like how Kishi has treated his characters, this site isn't a forum and it sure isn't a forum for angry fans. As I said this method if used, could be used as a last resort if like the Itachi page it degrades into flaming and or into a forum of personal speculation and anger. If they want to do that then they have the Naruto Fanon wiki for that and actual forums to do that not to mention the personal talk pages.All they do is clutter up the talk pages.Umishiru (talk) 04:11, August 9, 2011 (UTC)
I'm not really sure how it'll actually stop people from posting or us the need to remove said posts after they do so. But it is possible perhaps for us to have a "cut off" point where a sysop or anyone will say this is becoming a forum discussion and we aren't supposed to respond the the person's posts anymore. But then again that template could serve that purpose I suppose. I really don't know where I stand on this, though it's certainly not detrimental.--Cerez365™ 04:25, August 9, 2011 (UTC)


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FOREST Green striker Phil Marsh is set to sign for promotion chasing Blue Square North outfit Guiseley Town after having his contract cancelled by mutual consent this afternoon, Thursday.
Marsh, 26, joined Forest Green in May from Stalybridge Celtic in the Blue Square North Premier on a two-year deal but has been unable to get a foothold in Rovers matchday squad.
The former Manchester United man made his debut in Rovers' 2-1 win at AFC Telford and was in the starting side for his fourth and fifth appearances against Kidderminster and Hyde.
After finding his first team opportunities limited, Marsh went out on a three-month loan to Hereford United at the start of October and scored on debut in the Bulls' 2-1 loss to Stockport before going on to feature seven times in total.
Rovers manager David Hockaday said: "Phil's a top lad and wants to be playing. Unfortunately it hasn't quite happened for him at Forest Green.
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Bases-loaded walk sinks Orioles in 11th
Loss snaps the club's 17-game win streak in extra innings
BALTIMORE -- Orioles manager Buck Showalter had wanted to stay away from going to closer Jim Johnson for a third straight game, but an abbreviated start from Josh Stinson and extra innings didn't leave him much choice.
After the offense squandered several late opportunities to score, Johnson -- part of a bullpen that has been magnificent -- surrendered his first earned run of the season with two outs in the 11th inning, resulting in Baltimore's 6-5 loss to Toronto on Wednesday afternoon at Camden Yards.
The defeat, which snaps the club's 17-game win streak in extra innings, ends a nine-game homestand for the O's, who went 6-3 with three series wins.
"I just had a hard time throwing a strike," said Johnson, who hadn't allowed an earned run in his last 22 regular-season outings. "[I] kind of lost feel, and obviously that's a terrible way to lose a game."
On for his second inning after recording the final out of the 10th, Johnson loaded the bases on a pair of two-out singles and a hit batsman, then walked No. 9 batter Maicer Izturis on four straight pitches. Asked if pitching for the third consecutive game was a challenge, Johnson said no and reminded reporters that he's done it before.
"I just lost feel," he said. "That's basically all it is. It started with the [Brett] Lawrie at-bat. I wasn't able to get back on top of the baseball. I talked to [catcher Taylor Teagarden] about it afterward, and hindsight 20-20, I probably should have thrown another pitch to try to change things up. But in that situation, I'm going to try to throw my best pitch."
Johnson entered the game a perfect 8-for-8 in save opportunities. He had pitched 11 innings, allowing six hits and an unearned run with 11 strikeouts and three walks, and is a big part of why the Orioles are off to a 12-9 start.
"Jimmy's been great this year," Showalter said. "I thought he was pretty good today, too. It was what it was. He got a big out against some tough hitters there the inning before and he got two outs there. Just one pitch away. We had opportunities."
The best chance came in the 10th, when the Orioles put their second consecutive leadoff man on with Manny Machado's single off Esmil Rogers. Machado moved to second base after right fielder Jose Bautista dropped Adam Jones' routine fly ball with one out and, after Chris Davis' flyout, J.J. Hardy sent a pitch into left field for a single. But Hardy's hit one hopped to outfielder Rajai Davis, who came up and fired home to nab Machado and keep the game tied.
"After I fielded it, I got a good look at the runner and saw that I had a good chance of throwing him out," said Davis. "After releasing my hand, I felt good about the throw and [catcher] J.P. [Arencibia] made a nice tag, and the rest is history."
Toronto's comeback negated another outstanding effort from the Orioles' bullpen, which tossed five scoreless innings on the heels of starter Stinson's short outing before Johnson's run. Darren O'Day worked around a two-out walk in the eighth and struck out Arencibia in the ninth before handing the ball off to lefty Troy Patton.
Patton retired pinch-hitter Mark DeRosa on a liner and then struck out Lawrie on a called third strike that got Jays manager John Gibbons ejected for arguing. Patton allowed a leadoff single in the 10th, but got two quick outs before handing the ball off to Johnson, one of five relievers used in the loss.
"We didn't play a bad game by any means," Orioles outfielder Nate McLouth, who reached base four times, said. "Their hits came with some damage. We weren't quite able to push that last one across a couple of times."
Down three, the O's came back to tie it and chase Blue Jays starter Brandon Morrow from the game in the seventh. After Nolan Reimold worked a one-out walk, Ryan Flaherty doubled him in to give the Orioles their third hit of the afternoon and first since the first inning. Flaherty's double brought on lefty Aaron Loup, and one out later, McLouth came through with an RBI single and proceeded to steal second base. McLouth scored his third run of the game when Machado drove a full-count pitch into right-center field for a game-tying triple.
"We're going to fight to the end," Machado said of an Orioles club that has been particularly tough to beat in the later innings. "It's something that, ever since I came up and before, something that we've had, that the team's had, you never give up until that last out is made and the game's over. We're not going to stop fighting."
The Orioles, who scored a first-inning run, were behind early, as Stinson surrendered the first of four home runs in the top of the second. Making his debut with Baltimore and the second start of his Major League career, Stinson didn't leave the impression he wanted, surrendering five runs over 5 2/3 innings. He was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk following the game.
As for the rest of the Orioles, it's on to Oakland, where the team will play a four-game series to kick off a three-city road trip on the West Coast.
"When you can win any series, especially in your division, that's big, so we'll take it," Johnson said. "It's not going to dampen our spirits. We'll go out west and hopefully continue to play good baseball."
Brittany Ghiroli is a reporter for MLB.com. Read her blog, Britt's Bird Watch, and follow her on Twitter @britt_ghiroli. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Chemistry is everywhere! Actually everything we see, hear, taste, touch, and smell has a firm basis in Chemistry. The high quality of life that we experience today is due in no small part to many significant chemical discoveries over the past 150 years. Chemistry, as a Pure Science, seeks to describe and make comprehensible the nature and transformations of matter. As an Applied Science, it provides society with knowledge and tools to achieve its material purposes. By coupling creative thought and critical thinking skills with experimentation, the study of Chemistry contributes to a liberal arts education. The courses in Chemistry are designed to emphasize the fundamental principles of the science, to reflect its interdisciplinary nature, and to develop experimental skill.
Because Chemistry is the "Central" Science, a wide variety of opportunities awaits those with training in this field. The Chemistry Department offers a program meeting the needs of students pursuing a variety of study and career options in the Chemical Sciences. Included are students who anticipate careers as:
- Professional Chemists in industrial research or as Environmental Chemists for the government or industry
- Health-care Professionals in the Medical Sciences, such as Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, or Biomedical research
- Chemical Engineers or Materials Scientists
- Secondary Science Teachers or College Professors
- Individuals who desire knowledge of Chemistry as part of their liberal arts experience, in that several graduates have chosen careers in the Law, Religion, and Business fields
For all students, the Chemistry faculty aim to provide a thorough and comprehensive educational experience by providing challenging in-class instruction, hands-on skill development in lab, and opportunities for independent research.
(B.S. degree) Forty-one hours of Chemistry which must include CHE 111, 112, 113, 201, 202, 309, 310, 331, 341, 450, 451. Additionally, three courses must be chosen from CHE 305, 315, 332 or 400, plus two labs chosen from CHE 319, 325, 329, 333, 339, 342, and 421 plus enough semester hours of electives to reach a total of 41. The required allied courses are MAT 125 and 225 plus PHY 111. Total hours required: 51. PHY 301 may be used as an elective. CHE 100 or 102 may not count toward a Chemistry major.
Twenty hours which must include CHE 111, 112, 113, 201, 202, 309, 310; plus four credit hours in any other Chemistry course (except CHE 100 or 102), one of which must be a lab course.
100. Liberal Arts Chemistry. (4 hours) This introductory course, primarily for non-science students, will introduce the basic concepts of Chemistry and how it affects our life. Particular emphasis is placed upon the relevancy of Chemistry today to problems including air and water pollution, energy production, and nuclear energy. Practical applications of Chemistry to the broad exposure of our modern life, such as foods, household chemicals, personal fitness and health, and drugs are included. Includes a 3-hour lab each week. Fall, Spring, and Summer
102. Liberal Arts Chemistry/No Lab. (3 hours) This course has the same lecture as CHE 100 but does not include a lab. (A student may not receive credit for both CHE 100 and 102, but CHE 102 can be upgraded to 100, by later completing the lab.) Fall, Spring, and Summer
111. General Chemistry-I. (4 hours) This initial course on the principles of Chemistry is for those who may have a continuing interest in the natural sciences. Content includes the structure of matter, stoichiometry, chemical reactivity, gases, thermochemistry, atomic structure, and periodic relationships of the elements. Includes a 3-hour lab each week. Proficiency in math at the level of college algebra (Math-107 or a Math-ACT > 22) is strongly advised. Additional lab fee applies. Special fee applies, please see Financial Planning and Expenses section. Fall and Summer
112. General Chemistry-II. (3 hours) This course is a continuation of the material in CHE 111. It will include chemical bonding, molecular geometry, intermolecular forces, solutions, rates of reactions, equilibrium, and acid-base chemistry. Lecture only. Prerequisite: CHE 111; CHE 113 is the separate, co-requisite lab component. Spring and Summer
113. General Chemistry-II Lab. (1 hour) This course involves laboratory experiences that accompany the General Chemistry-II lecture. The activities are designed to develop skills in the chemistry laboratory via quantitative analysis, synthesis, molecular modeling, rates of reactions, and inorganic qualitative analysis. Practical experiments that correlate with the lecture material are designed to aid the understanding of modern chemical concepts. One 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: CHE 111; Co-requisite: CHE 112. Spring and Summer
135. Practical Applications of Chemistry. (1 hour) This course is designed to expose science majors to some of the many practical applications of Chemistry, such as nuclear power, plastics, household products, nutrition, or drugs, as well as the interaction of chemistry with other segments of society. Prerequisite: CHE 111. (A student receiving credit for either CHE 100 or 102 may not receive credit for 135.) Fall and Spring
201. Organic Chemistry-I. (3 hours) The nomenclature, reactions, preparations, electronic and structural features of carbon-containing compounds will be covered in this course. These compounds include many medicines, pesticides, plastics, fibers, solvents, and fuels. The study of alkanes, alkenes, alcohols, and alkyl halides is emphasized. Prerequisites: CHE 12, 113. Concurrent with CHE 202. Fall and Summer
202. Organic Chemistry Lab-I – Techniques and Synthesis. (1 hour) This is a technique-oriented course focusing on the ability to carry out standard operations in the laboratory. Content includes learning how to determine the melting and boiling points of compounds as well as purifying liquids by distillation and solids by recrystallization and sublimation. Also covered are methods of synthesizing and proving the identity of compounds, chromatographic methods of analysis, and general safety considerations. One 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: CHE 112, 113. Concurrent with CHE 201. Fall and Summer
211. Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry. (3 hours) Introduction to chemical concepts covered in-depth in advanced courses such as equilibrium, thermodynamics, electrochemistry and nuclear reactions. The major focus will be on the periodic properties of the elements, descriptive main group and transition metal chemistry, and solid state chemistry. The lab (CHE 213) is optional. Prerequisite: CHE 112. Fall
213. Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry Lab. (1 hour) Laboratory experiences to accompany CHE 211 will include qualitative inorganic analysis and Inquiry-based labs on topics relevant to descriptive inorganic chemistry. One 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: CHE 113. Even Falls
305. Analytical Chemistry. (4 hours) Qualitative and quantitative analyses dealing with both the theoretical and practical aspects of classical gravimetric and volumetric chemical techniques, spectrophotometry, chromatography, and electrochemistry are covered. This course places an emphasis on both accuracy and precision in the lab and incorporates a discussion of elementary statistics and uncertainty in measurements. Includes a 3-hour lab each week. Prerequisites: CHE 112, 113. Odd Falls
307. Chemistry and Cancer. (3 hours) This course in applied biochemistry examines the fundamental biochemistry and molecular biology of human cancers. Causes of cancer (genetic and environmental) and treatment of cancer (conventional therapies and emerging therapies) will be discussed. Prerequisites: 1 semester of Biology and CHE 112. Even Falls
309. Organic Chemistry-II. (3 hours) This continuation of Chemistry 201 emphasizes the chemistry of aromatics, ketones, aldehydes, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, and amines. Multistep synthesis ties it all together. The theory and interpretation of spectral methods is also included. Prerequisite: CHE 201. Concurrent with CHE 310. Spring and Summer
310. Organic Chemistry Lab-II — Qualitative Analysis and Synthesis. (1 hour) This lab utilizes more advanced synthetic methods than those covered in Chemistry 202. Classical methods of organic qualitative analysis, including refractive indices and densities, are used to determine the identity of unknown compounds and mixtures. Skill in obtaining and interpreting ultraviolet (UV), infrared (IR), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and mass (MS) spectra is emphasized. One 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: CHE 202. Concurrent with CHE 309. Spring and Summer
315. Spectroscopy. (4 hours) This course covers modern analytical methodology, including the theory, instrumental analysis, and advanced spectral interpretation of UV-Visible, IR, NMR, MS, Fluorescence, and Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy. In addition, this course, like many other upper-level courses, gives students a chance to review the basic concepts introduced in the General and Organic sequences. Includes a 3-hour lab each week. Prerequisite: CHE 309. Even Falls
317. Forensic Chemistry. (2 hours) Students will study the scientific principles and analytical techniques applied to forensic investigations associated with crime scenes, legal proceedings, and current TV dramas. The class will study the history of forensic science and will be introduced to typical analytical techniques used for drug identification, arson investigation, forensic serology, DNA typing, and trace evidence investigation. Prerequisite: CHE 112. Odd Springs
319. Nuclear Chemistry and Electrochemistry Lab. (1 hour) This lab provides experience in the use of modern electrochemical instrumentation and in the study of the characteristics of the three types of natural radioactivity. Materials containing safe, low levels of radioactivity are utilized. One 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: CHE 113. Even Falls
325. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab. (1 hour) Advanced synthesis and characterization of inorganic and organometallic compounds using solution and solid state techniques, along with the study of the properties of these materials. One 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: CHE 113. Offered concurrently with CHE 400. Even Springs
327. Medicinal Chemistry. (2 hours) This course covers the basic categories of medicinal compounds and the chemical methods by which many are prepared commercially. It will also cover the principles by which pharmaceutical preparations are developed into usable form and the biochemical mode of action and transformations of selected compounds (such as aspirin and penicillin). The chemical and legal processes required to bring a compound to market and the history of the development of some of the important classes of drugs will also be covered. The lab is optional. Prerequisite: CHE 309. Odd Springs
329. Medicinal and Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab. (1 hour) This lab includes the multi-step synthesis and analysis of a variety of medically significant materials using modern instrumentation. One 3-hour lab per week. CHE 327 is optional. Prerequisite: CHE 310. Offered concurrently with CHE 327. Odd Springs
331. Physical Chemistry-I. (4 hours) An advanced treatment of chemical principles will include quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular structure, the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics, thermochemistry, and chemical equilibria in gas phase reactions. Includes a 3-hour lab each week. Prerequisites: CHE 112, M AT 225, PHY 111. Fall
332. Physical Chemistry-II. (3 hours) Topics will include molecular spectroscopy, the properties of gases, kinetics, and chemical equilibria in solution phase reactions. The lab is optional. CHE 331 and 332 may be taken in any order. Prerequisites: CHE 112, MAT 225, PHY 111. Odd Springs
333. Physical Chemistry-II Lab. (1 hour) In this laboratory course, students will perform detailed measurements of density, viscosity, conductivity, and freezing point depression. A series of unknowns are identified using physical measurements, various types of spectroscopy (UV-Visible, IR, NMR, MS, Fluorescence), and known literature values. One 3-hour lab per week. Co-requisite: CHE 332. Odd Springs
337. Environmental Chemistry. (2 hours) By combining chemical principles with issues of environmental concern, this course explores the flow of energy through nature, air pollution (global warming, acid rain, ozone depletion, photochemical smog, and indoor air), water pollution and purification, and toxic substances. Analytical techniques that are used to measure pollutants in the environment are also covered. The lab is optional. Prerequisite: CHE 112. Even Springs
339. Environmental Chemistry Lab. (1 hour) By working with EPA sampling techniques and using modern instrumentation to separate and analyze real samples for environmentally significant materials, students will gain an appreciation for measuring trace components in complex samples. One 3-hour lab per week. CHE 337 is optional. Prerequisite: CHE 113. Offered concurrently with CHE 337. Even Springs
341. Biochemistry. (3 hours) This class focuses on the molecular structures, functions, and naming systems of the four major classes of biomolecules (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids). It includes the acid-base behavior of biomolecules, enzyme kinetics, bioenergetics, and practical considerations of personal nutrition. The biochemistry of glycolysis, the tricarboxylic acid cycle, and electron transport is also covered. The optional lab is offered in Even Springs. Co- or Prerequisite: CHE 309. Every Spring
342. Biochemistry Lab. (1 hour) Students will be introduced to the theory and application of modern biochemical techniques. Experiments will emphasize amino acid, carbohydrate, and lipid chemistry, protein isolation and characterization via column chromatography and electrophoresis, enzyme kinetics, and membrane biochemistry. One 3-hour lab per week. Co-requisite: CHE 341. Even Springs
371. Special Topics in Chemistry. (1-4 hours) Selected courses from fields such as chemical energetics, separations, toxicology, surface and materials chemistry, polymers, and mass spectrometry. Typically, one topic is offered each year. Prerequisites: CHE 112, 113.
400. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. (3 hours) Advanced principles of inorganic chemistry will be introduced by focusing on the periodic properties, bonding, and structural theories of the elements, particularly the transition metals. Symmetry and group theory, acid-base theories, coordination compounds, and bioinorganic compounds are also covered. The lab (CHE 325) is optional. Prerequisite: CHE 331. Even Springs
421. Computational Chemistry Lab. (1 hour) This lab will utilize powerful, yet convenient, molecular modeling software suites to model the chemical and physical properties of organic, inorganic, and biological molecules. Modern theoretical methods will examine molecular structure, spectra, bonding, and reactivity. Studies of Quantitative Structure Activity Relationships (QSAR) and the molecular dynamics of physical processes will be included. One 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: CHE 201. Odd Springs
440. Independent Research. (1-3 hours) A student will work closely with a chemistry faculty member to identify a problem, define a course of investigation, accomplish the study in the library or laboratory, and submit a document recording the project. One hour of credit for each 3-hour lab per week. Fall, Spring, or Summer
450. Junior Seminar. (1 hour) Students will present several short presentations based on the chemical industry and the chemical literature. Resume preparation, small group activities, and talks by visiting speakers are included. Spring
451. Senior Seminar. (1 hour) This continuation of the seminar series includes a 30-45 minute seminar presentation by each student on a current chemical topic. Prerequisite: CHE 450. Fall


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Now that new touch devices are finally being released, Microsoft expects Windows 8 sales to jump
Windows 8 has taken a lot of criticism since its release last fall, but a Microsoft executive insists that the new operating system is off to "a solid start."
Tami Reller, Microsoft's head of business and marketing for Windows, said that Windows 8 had a bit of a disadvantage in the sales area because many tablet and convertible devices running the new OS weren't available at launch.
"It's built for a generation of new devices," said Reller. "They didn't all come for holiday.
"We are really only just getting started. It's a solid start."
Last month, Microsoft bragged that it had sold
60 million Windows 8 licenses
. This was great news, considering it took Windows 7 a little over three months to achieve that sales figure.
actual usage figures
for Windows 8 are below that of Windows 7 at the same point in its release cycle and is even
lower than that of Windows Vista
(meaning, 60 million licenses sold doesn't equal 60 million Windows 8 devices out there
But Reller insists that Windows 8 was made for touch devices, not just desktops -- and when more touch devices are released, Windows 8 should see a jump in sales.
Microsoft's first homemade tablet, Surface RT,
hasn't seen amazing sales
either. Just last week,
market research firm iSuppli said Microsoft's Surface RT shipments into the channel for the fourth quarter were about 1.25 million, but sales out of the channel were only about 55-60 percent of that. This equals about 680,000-750,000 unit shipments, which is well below the 1 million mark.
Also, even though the Surface RT was released in the fourth quarter, Microsoft just missed IDC's list of top five vendors in the U.S. tablet market. Apple topped that list for the first time with its iPad.
Microsoft is releasing the Surface with Windows 8 Pro on February 9, which will feature the full version of Windows 8 instead of the Windows RT operating system (a version of Windows 8 for ARM-based tablets only).
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God bless.
Thanks for the links Percy. I copied some of them over on FB as well.
Hi, Gavin,
no problem, but it won't help the BEARS. San Francisco is the golden gate that the BEARS must pass through in order to have a chance.
Be sure to say hi to your mum for me. Here become colder in Chicago ,but sunny today.
God bless.
Will do Percy. Mum has another app at the hosp with the lung specialist on Dec 18th to see about the oxygen. She wants it now and feels that she needs it.
Sunday was a tough one for us, lots of injuries but the 1st half I thought we were real good! Need Forte back and to get that line sorted, again! No shocks there that we struggle with the O line again!
Absolutely baltic here now. Today was sunny, but that means clear skies and the temps dive overnight, icy and frosty start tom A.M.
Stay warm and Go Bears!
Ha, ha...Guess who I am rooting for?
Gavin....Hoping your Mum is feeling bettter soon....also just thought I would chime in being a Giants fan! Seems to me they are playing at a very high level right now....Good luck to all....should be an exciting playoff season!
Ha! No surprises there then Marion!!
Thanks Lulu. Think mums getting another chest infection so she is back on the prednisilone and amoxycillin as of today. Hopefully they will work. Yes your Giants do look good, especially the D again. Playoffs should be gooood this year, assuming that we all get there! Cue Lainy to appear here very soon and start shouting about her cheeseheads and all that!!
Gav, no sooner said than done!! Go Pack Go! My 3 favs from Milwaukee were here for their 16th Thanksgiving with me. So, Sunday night we always go to our favorite Restaurant, Vincitorios. They kept watching their Ipods for the score and Giants drew 1st blood! So Neil, Stan and Jeanne look at me and tell me to ask T for his help. I did and within 3 seconds of asking, we get a touchdown! They are not believers but screamed. Sadly we lost anyway, T must have gone to get food!
Say, I don't like this chest infection thing, we just wrote yesterday! Tell Mum I said she better get rid of it or I will have to come there! But give her a hug too.
And there you are, just like magic!
Yes I don't like this chest infection thing either. Mum was struggling today loads, really chesty, coughing different than normal and very puffed. She did her usual of I'll see how I am tomorrow....... NO! Wrong attitude! I got the gp on the phone. Was too late to get the gp out as you need to arrange that first thing, so phoned them instead and she called back in 10 mins. Mum has her preds and amoxycillin, 7 days supply at home just in case and the gp said to start taking them today. She also said for mum to phone again tom if she wants her to come see her at home. We'll see how mum is tom, but hopefully the meds will have started working.
For sure I'll give mum a hug and tell her what you say!
And you take a hug too!
Gavin.....hugs are heading your way and to your Mum.
Thanks Marion. Hugs coming back to you as well.
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For a long time I get nights where I am unable to sleep until about 4 am for maybe three nights in a row. Then I sleep fairley well for four or five nights. This has gone on for quite a few years. I then was treated for a thyroid problem but that has not changed anything (under active). I have been treated for high blood pressure and don`t seem to respond. This has been going on for five years. I am now on 160mg of Diovan-Valsartan. Last night when I took my BP it was 200 over 107. Is this keeping me awake? I can hear my heart thumping loudly. Can you throw any light on this problem? I would indeed be most grateful.
You describe two problems that are not necessary related, though could be: namely insomnia and hypertension. Let's address the blood pressure issue first.
While your blood pressure appears difficult to control, it is not necessarily untreatable (or "refractory"). Refractory hypertension has specific definition including the need for multiple anti-hypertensive medications simultaneously. Insomnia has not been reported to be a as a cause of refractory hypertension or "difficult to control" hypertension. However, insomnia has been associated with medical and mood disorders, some of which may worsen blood pressure control. For instance, cardiac and kidney disorders may be associated with both insomnia and hypertension. Importantly, mood disorders such as anxiety disorder and depression can be associated with insomnia. Simultaneously, depression and anxiety disorders may be associated with autonomic imbalance and can affect blood pressure control.
You describe a sense of hearing your heart beating at night. This may be simply due to hearing heart beats being transmitted through the mattress and bedding. It can also be a manifestation of arrhythmia or a fast heart rate. In some cases, certain types of heart arrhythmias have been associated with insomnia. Additionally, some endocrine disorders characterized by increased production of norepinephrine (adrenaline), a hormone that is associated with stress response, can cause both hypertension and insomnia.
Another sleep disorder that has been associated with both of hypertension and insomnia is obstructive sleep apnea, a condition characterized by narrowing or closure of the airway during sleep. This condition may be associated with snoring as well. It is currently recommended that patients who have hypertension that is difficult to control undergo evaluation of sleep apnea.
It's certainly possible that your episodic insomnia may not be at all related to your high blood pressure. Insomnia has multiple underlying causes. Identifying the underlying factors that are contributing to insomnia is extremely important to ensure appropriate treatment. Factors affecting one's ability to fall asleep at the start of the night, as you describe, are quite varied and may include one or more of the following; a poor sleep environment (i.e. the bedroom is too noisy, too bright or too warm), learned poor sleep habits (i.e. watching TV to fall asleep), excessive use of stimulants (both medications and common substances such as caffeine and nicotine), certain medications, stress or anxiety, pain, medical conditions that may make it uncomfortable or difficult to breath well when lying down, heartburn, restless legs syndrome (an irresistible need to move the legs when awake at night) and circadian rhythm disturbances (when the body's biologic rhythms are out of synchrony or delayed). Occasionally some individuals will not have any of these underlying causes contributing to their insomnia and their condition is often labeled as "idiopathic insomnia" or insomnia for which a cause can not be found.
I recommend that you see a sleep physician to help sort out your problems. The evaluation for sleep apnea is part of the standard of care for evaluation of this type of hypertension. The sleep physician can also help with the management of your insomnia.
More importantly, your blood pressure should be brought under better control soon. A primary care physician, or a physician specialized in hypertension will be able to initiate some evaluation for the blood pressure. In some cases, evaluation of kidney function and perfusion, along with screening for some endocrine disorders is in order. You may then need to be on a combination of blood pressure medications. Do not give up on your blood pressure control, it is very serious!
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Investigators with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and the Texas Rangers believe Britt Chadvurn Privatte, 40, could still be in the Conroe or Montgomery County area, seeking help from friends or acquaintances.
Search efforts Monday centered on the River Plantation neighborhood in Conroe after a woman said a man entered her house while she was taking a nap. The man ran away, and several other residents in the area reported seeing an individual.
Deputies said they aren't positive that the man was Privatte, but they scoured the area in case it was him.
Deputies said Privatte was last positively seen in surveillance video in the recreation yard of the jail.
Investigators said they believe Privatte scaled a wall inside the recreation yard and broke through the upper fencing to the roof on March 17.
On Jan. 7, authorities said Privatte was arrested by the Houston Police Department, along with two other suspects, involving a bank robbery inside the city of Houston, but within the boundaries of Montgomery County in the Kingwood area.
Authorities said Privatte was known to work in the Walker County area and listed an address in Sugar Land, Texas as his home.
How Privatte was able to escape without detection is still under investigation.
Crime Stoppers has increased the reward amount, saying they will now pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and capture of Privatte.
Those with information can call Crime Stoppers at 800-392-STOP (7867) or leaving an anonymous tip online here.
Investigators with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, Texas Rangers and other local law enforcement agencies said they are working together, using all available resources to track down and arrest the prisoner.
Officials say Privatte should be considered dangerous.
"We certainly don't know if he's armed, but he should be considered dangerous with the type of crimes he's in our jail for," said Lt. Dan Norris of MCSO.
Anyone who may know the whereabouts of Privatte may also call 936-760-5800 and choose option 3, or contact their local law enforcement immediate.
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Quiz: What Do You Know About Nuclear Power?
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You know that the Fukushima Daiichi is now the site of one of the worst nuclear power crises the world has ever faced, but how much do you really know about energy generated by fission?
What country uses the most nuclear power?
- Russia
- France
- The United States
- China
Although the United States has not built a new nuclear power station since the 1979 Three Mile Island accident, its 104 existing plants produce more electricity than all the atomic facilities in the next two nations, France and Japan, combined.
What country opened the first civilian nuclear power plant in 1954?
- The United States
- France
- The United Kingdom
- The Soviet Union
The first civilian nuclear power plant, known as Atom Mirny ("Peaceful Atom"), opened in the so-called "City of Science," Obninsk, just 68 miles (110 kilometers) outside of Moscow. It continued operating through 2002, and defueling was not finished until 2008.
In the harsh winter of 2010-11, France's need for heating was so great that all 58 of its nuclear reactors were hooked up to the electrical grid for the first time in six years. About what percentage of France's electricity is from nuclear power?
- 25 percent
- 40 percent
- 60 percent
- 80 percent
France derives 78 percent of its electricity from nuclear power. By contrast, nuclear power supplies 20 percent of electricity in the United States, and about 30 percent in Japan.
The International Nuclear Event Scale rates nuclear accidents on a scale of 0 to 7, with 0 meaning "no safety significance" and 7 meaning "major accident." How many accidents before the year 2011 have merited a 7 rating?
- One
- Two
- Three
- Five
The Chernobyl incident in 1986 has been the only one classified by the International Atomic Energy Agency as a 7. An explosion at Kyshtym, Russia, in 1957 rated a 6 ("serious accident"), and the Three Mile Island accident in 1979 rated a 5 ("accident with wider [than local] consequences")
Nuclear power is produced by splitting uranium atoms. The heat from the chain reaction that follows then boils water, which powers turbines that create electricity. Burning coal does the same thing, but how much coal would you need to rival one pound of uranium in terms of energy production?
- 300 pounds
- 1 million pounds
- 2.5 million pounds
- 3 million pounds
The electricity produced by one pound of uranium is equivalent to the power generated by roughly 3 million pounds of coal. Uranium's ability to deliver so much energy is why U.S. Atomic Energy Commission Chair Lewis Strauss predicted in the 1950s that "atomic furnaces" would eventually provide electricity that was "too cheap to meter."
By the World Nuclear Association's tally, as of March 2011, which country had outlined plans to build 50 more nuclear reactors by the year 2030, more than any other country?
- India
- China
- Russia
- North Korea
To power its dramatic economic growth, China is expected to need up to 1,500 gigawatts of electricity generating capacity by 2015—that's up 50 percent from 2010. Even with a large number of reactors planned, nuclear energy would make up less than 3 percent of that total—with most expected to come from coal.
Since uranium can provide a large amount of steady power, known as "base-load" power, without carbon dioxide emissions, some look to increasing nuclear energy as a global warming solution. A Massachusetts Institute of Technology study projected that 25 percent of expected future carbon emissions could be eliminated by what amount of increase in worldwide nuclear electricity?
- 25 percent
- Twofold
- Threefold
- Fourfold
In their 2003 "Future of Nuclear Power" study, MIT researchers said that expanding worldwide nuclear generating capacity almost threefold, to 1,000 billion watts, by 2050, would avoid 1.8 billion tons of carbon emissions annually from coal plants.
The key issue triggering the crisis at the Fukushima Daiichi plant following the March 11, 2011, earthquake and tsunami in Japan was the loss of the cooling system to control the radioactive fuel and spent fuel. How much water per day did the Japanese government say was needed to cool each reactor?
- 5,000 gallons (19,000 liters)
- 12,000 gallons (45,400 liters)
- 16,000 gallons (60,600 liters)
- 25,000 gallons (95,000 liters)
Even after the nuclear fission process is stopped, the fuel and spent fuel assemblies still generate significant amounts of radiation and heat, called decay heat, without the constant circulation of water. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission says active cooling is needed for three years after spent fuel is removed from a reactor core.
One week after the nuclear power crisis began at Japan's Fukushima Daiichi power plant, radiation dose rates at its troubled reactor 3 ranged between 2,500 and 5,000 millirems per hour. What was the total radiation dose to the surrounding population after the 1979 Three Mile Island accident?
- 1 millirem
- 100 millirems
- 500 millirems
- 5,000 millirems
Estimates are that the average dose to about 2 million people in central Pennsylvania near Three Mile Island was 1 millirem. The collective dose was small when compared to the natural radioactive background dose of about 100 to 125 millirems per year for that area, or even to the dose from a single chest x-ray, of about 6 millirems.
A typical nuclear power plant generates about 20 metric tons of uranium fuel waste per year. Ten years after it is removed from a reactor, how radioactive is the typical spent fuel assembly, in terms of surface dose rate? (A fatal whole-body dose of radiation for humans is about 500 rems—if received at one time.)
- 100 rems/hour
- 500 rems/hour
- 1,000 rems/hour
- 10,000 rems/hour
Some radioactive isotopes in high-level waste have extremely long half-lives, and long-term safe storage has been one of the industry's greatest challenges. Spent fuel is kept on-site in pools with circulating water, or stored in dried casks surrounded by inert gas. Nuclear waste reprocessing is used by some facilities in Europe, Russia, and Japan. The amount of spent fuel stored at Fukushima Daiichi would have been far greater, but the plant had been sending some used fuel for reprocessing.
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Texas Gets 9-Day Teal Season, Shift in Dove Zone Boundary
AUSTIN, Texas — A shorter teal season in Texas this September won't necessarily mean less hunting success, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
This year's teal season in Texas is set for Sept. 18-26 with a four-bird daily bag limit. Based on results of recent aerial census surveys by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over duck breeding and nesting grounds in the northern prairies the blue-winged teal breeding population stands at 4.07 million.
In order to have a 16-day teal season, blue-winged teal breeding numbers must meet or exceed the 4.7 million population target set in the North American Waterfowl Management Plan.
"My impressions are that a lot of bluewings moved into the breeding areas a little late and fell in on good habitat conditions resulting from precipitation later in May," said Dave Morrison, TPWD waterfowl program leader. "As a result, I believe that production will be good and despite a nine-day season it should be a good one."
Although the final decision about the 2004-05 Texas migratory game bird hunting seasons still needs formal federal approval, TPWD's executive director has approved dove, teal, rail, gallinule, snipe and woodcock hunting regulations for this fall.
In addition to teal, the season dates and bag limits for mourning dove in Texas as approved by the executive director are:
- North Zone: Sept. 1-Oct. 30 with a 15-bird daily bag limit.
- Central Zone: Sept. 1-Oct. 31 and Dec. 26-Jan. 3 with a 12-bird daily bag limit.
- South Zone: Sept. 24-Nov. 10 and Dec. 26-Jan. 16 with a 12-bird daily bag limit. In the Special White-winged Dove Area in the south zone, the season would run Sept. 4, 5, 11, 12 then Sept. 24-Nov. 10 and Dec. 26-Jan. 12. During the special whitewing season, the bag limit would be 10 in the aggregate, no more than 5 mourning dove or 2 white-tipped dove.
The major change to this year's dove regulations involves a shift of the Central Zone boundary to include areas within San Antonio's South Loop (FM 1604), which will give hunters earlier access to a huge population of white-winged doves, according to Jay Roberson, TPWD dove program leader.
"In those portions outside the city limits where discharge of firearms is allowed, hunters can capitalize on those feeding flights of whitewings," he said. TPWD conservatively estimates San Antonio's whitewing population to be in excess of 1.25 million birds.
Although whitewing numbers continue to increase in Texas, particularly in urban areas, biologists are concerned about a long-term decrease in mourning dove populations. Recent call count survey estimates by TPWD are tracking a trend that has seen a 15 percent decline during the last couple of decades.
In order to get a better understanding of mourning dove ecology, biologists in Texas and 27 states are participating in a massive bird banding study. This cooperative effort is hoped to provide information that will update existing information about the biology of this species to improve management.
Doves will be marked with metal leg bands containing a unique number and a toll free telephone number (800-327-BAND or 2263) which hunters can call to report the band. Bands may also be reported on the Internet at (http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbl). Hunters may keep the bands. It only takes a minute and doesn't cost a cent and hunters receive a certificate of appreciation that identifies when and where the dove was banded.
Dove hunting prospects for this fall look good, according to Roberson. Moisture conditions have been good for feed production throughout most of the state. "I think we'll see good dove production this year despite the heavy rains in some areas," he said. "We're seeing a lot of young birds collected during our banding efforts. Hunting success should be good, provided feed conditions remain good."
Rail and gallinule seasons are set for Sept. 11-26, and Oct. 30- Dec. 22. Common snipe or jacksnipe may be taken Oct. 30 through Feb. 13, 2005. The TPWD Outdoor Annual or digest of hunting regulations will be available at stores where licenses are sold beginning in August. Please check the Outdoor Annual for daily bag limits and restrictions regarding hunting means and methods.
The general waterfowl seasons won't be set until late August by the Service. Overall breeding population estimates along the traditional survey area released July 8 put ducks at 32.6 million, down 11 percent from last year and 3 percent below the long-term average.
While mallard numbers remain similar to last year's, some of the "bread and butter" ducks for Texas hunters have taken a dive. Pintails were down 15 percent from last year and wigeon numbers dropped by 22 percent. Gadwall, shovelers and green-winged teal are either above or similar to last year's numbers and canvasbacks showed an increase of 11 percent above last year's estimates. Although down from recent all-time highs of the early '90s, all remain above the long-term averages.
Information about goose populations is still being compiled and season proposals will be finalized following the Central Flyway Council discussions later in July.
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The end of a three-game homestand, the first of back-to-backs (at Toronto tomorrow) and the second of four in six nights.
The Rangers have won one of their first four home games.
Here are tonight's pre-game notes from the Rangers for the game against the former Whalers. To read more, click "more."
NEW YORK RANGERS vs. CAROLINA HURRICANES
Friday, Oct. 29, 7:00 p.m.
Madison Square Garden • New York, NY
Rangers: 4-3-1 (9 pts)
Hurricanes: 4-4-0 (8 pts)
* All information through NHL games on Oct. 27
The Rangers will conclude their three-game homestand when they will face-off against the Carolina Hurricanes at Madison Square Garden (7:00 p.m.). The Rangers enter the contest having been defeated by the Atlanta Thrashers, 6-4, last night at MSG to end their three-game winning streak, and are now 4-3-1 (9 pts) on the season. The Hurricanes enter the contest with a 4-4-0 (8 pts) record, following a 3-0 loss to the Capitals last night in their home opener. Tonight's contest will begin the second of 18 back-to-back sets this season for the Blueshirts, who will travel to Toronto on Saturday, Oct. 30, to face-off against the Maple Leafs at Air Canada Centre (7:00 p.m.).
- TV: MSG Plus
6:30 p.m. – Rangers Pre-Game Show with Al Trautwig
7:00 p.m. – Rangers vs. Hurricanes
Broadcasters: Sam Rosen (Play-By-Play), Joe Micheletti (Analyst), John Giannone (In-Game Reporter)
- Radio: 970 The Apple
6:30 p.m. – Rangers Pre-Game with Don LaGreca
7:00 p.m. – Rangers vs. Hurricanes
Broadcasters: Kenny Albert (Play-By-Play), Dave Maloney (Analyst)
RANGERS vs. HURRICANES:
- All-Time: The Rangers are 53-46-7-2 all-time against the Hurricanes' franchise: 33-16-4-2 at home and 20-30-3-0 on the road
- 2010-11: Tonight's contest marks the first of four meetings between the Rangers and Hurricanes this season, and the first of two meetings at Madison Square Garden
- Last Season: New York was 2-1-1 against Carolina in 2009-10, including a 0-1-1 mark at MSG
- New York has out-scored Carolina, 353-310, in 108 contests between the two clubs
- Henrik Lundqvist and Cam Ward have started in net against each other in 13 of the last 15 meetings between the Rangers and Hurricanes
- Lundqvist posted a record of 2-1-1 with a 2.22 goals against average in three contests vs. Carolina last season, and is now 8-6-1 with a 2.31 goals against average and one shutout in 15 career games against the Hurricanes
- Brandon Dubinsky tied for the team lead with two goals, and added two assists for four points in four games vs. Carolina last season
- Ruslan Fedotenko has registered 14 goals and 21 points in 43 career contests vs. Carolina; Todd White has recorded 13 assists in 29 career games vs. the Hurricanes
- First NHL Goal: Michal Rozsival recorded his first NHL goal on Dec. 15, 1999 at Carolina (Irbe)
- New York lists no former Hurricanes on their roster
- Carolina lists no former Rangers on their roster
- Power Play: The Rangers did not convert in one power play opportunity (2:00) on Wednesday vs. Atlanta, and now ranks 21st in the NHL with a 12.1% (4-33) success rate. The Rangers did not convert on one five-on-three chance (0:30) on Oct. 9 at HSBC Arena, and are now 0-1 on five-on-three attempts (0:30). New York is 0-1 (1:05) with a four-on-three advantage this season. Shorthanded goals allowed (0).
- Penalty Killing: The Blueshirts surrendered one goal to the Thrashers in three shorthanded situations (3:28) on Wednesday at MSG, and now rank 25th in the NHL with a 78.4% (29-37) success rate. The Rangers held Atlanta scoreless in one, three-on-five situation (0:50) on Wednesday at home, and are 3-5 on three-on-fives (4:37) this season. The Blueshirts yielded one goal in three, three-on-four situations on Oct. 15, and are now 2-3 (1:10) in those situations this season. Shorthanded goals for (1): 10/9 at BUF (Dubinsky).
- Four-on-Four: New York did not skate in a four-on-four situation on Wednesday vs. Atlanta, and are now even in eight, four-on-four situations (11:28) this season. Four-on-four goals for (1): 10/18 vs. COL (Frolov). Four-on-four goals allowed (1): 10/15 vs. TOR (Kessel).
Rangers defenseman Marc Staal has faced off against his older brother, Carolina forward Eric Staal, 12 times in his career, amassing a 6-5-1 record with four points (one goal and three assists), 10 penalty minutes and a plus-two rating. Eric has registered a 6-5-1 mark behind four goals and four assists, along with six penalty minutes and an even plus-minus rating in those 12 games.
The Blueshirts and Hurricanes are currenlty tied for second in the NHL in blocked shots per game, with both clubs averaging 16.6 blocked shots per contest. Dan Girardi leads the team and is tied for fourth in the league with 25 blocked shots on the season, and Ryan Callahan is tied for third among NHL forwards with 12 blocked shots. Atlanta ranks first in the league with 17.3 blocked shots per game.
- Henrik Lundqvist has won each of his last two games, registering a 1.50 goals against average and .954 save percentage over the span
- Ryan Callahan enters tonight's contest on a four-game scoring streak, recording six points (two goals and four assists) over the span, including a goal in each of the last two games and an assist in each of the last four
- Brandon Dubinsky enters the contest with a three-game scoring streak, registering four points (one goal and three assists) over the span
- Ruslan Fedotenko has registered five points (one goal and four assists) in the last six games
- Michal Rozsival has registered four points (one goal and three assists) in the last four games
- Sean Avery has tallied three points (one goal and two assists) in the last two games
- Artem Anisimov has tallied three points (two goals and one assist) in the last four games
Rookie Derek Stepan (three goals) and Alex Frolov (one assist) both registered their first point as a Ranger in the 6-3 season-opening win on Oct. 9 at Buffalo. Three new Blueshirts tallied their first point as a Ranger in home opener on Oct. 15 vs. Toronto, with Ruslan Fedotenko, Derek Boogaard and Steve Eminger each recording one assist in the contest. In addition, Sean Avery registered two assists in the game to record his 100th point as a Ranger. On Oct. 18 vs. Colorado, Frolov notched his first goal as a Ranger with a four-on-four tally assisted by Stepan, who picked up his first career assist on the play. Fedotenko tallied his first goal as a Ranger to open the game's scoring on Oct. 21 at Toronto, and Martin Biron backstopped the Blueshirts to a 2-1 win in the contest with a 24-save performance to record his first win as a Ranger in his first appearance with the team.
Based on opening day rosters, the Rangers have the ninth youngest team in the NHL with an average age of 27 years and 44 days, and the second youngest defensive corp in the league, trailing only Los Angeles with an average age of 25 years and 51 days.
- Entering the season, the Rangers have posted a record of 276-266-90 all-time in the month of October, including a 175-114-47 mark at home and a 101-152-43 record on the road. New York is scheduled to play 10 games during the season's opening month in 2010-11, with five games being contested at MSG and five scheduled on the road.
- Legendary Rangers' defenseman Brian Leetch holds the franchise record for most points in the month of October, having registered 43 goals and 130 assists for 173 career points in the season's opening month.
- The Blueshirts' all-time leader for most career wins in the month of October is Mike Richter, who registered 40 career wins during the season's opening month.
- Last season, New York tied the franchise record for longest winning streak in the month of October, winning seven consecutive games from Oct. 3, 2009 vs. Ottawa to Oct. 17, 2009 at Toronto. The Rangers also won seven straight October games in 1988-89, beginning on Oct. 16 vs. Vancouver and ending on Oct. 30 vs. Pittsburgh. Their seven-game winning streak last season was also the team's longest since they won seven straight from Feb. 1, 2006 vs. Pittsburgh to Mar. 2, 2006 at Philadelphia.
- Sean Avery: 3 games from 500 NHL career
- Derek Stepan: 1st career NHL game and 1st career NHL goal/point (10/9 at BUF)
- Derek Stepan: 1st career NHL assist (10/18 vs. COL)
- Michael Sauer: 1st career NHL assist/point (10/23 at BOS)
- Ryan Callahan: 100th career NHL point (10/23 at BOS)
- Vinny Prospal (IR on Sept. 24/knee surgery on Oct. 18, 6-8 weeks) – 8
- Marian Gaborik (IR – separated shoulder on Oct. 15, 2-4 weeks) – 5
- Chris Drury (IR – fractured finger on Oct. 15, 6 weeks) – 5
Total Man-Games Lost: 22
- Oct. 24: Recalled forward Jeremy Williams from Hartford
- Oct. 25: Assigned forward Jeremy Williams to Hartford
- Oct. 28: Recalled forward Evgeny Grachev from Hartford