...Tuesday, March 9, 7:30 a.m. -- Denver Nuggets coach George Karl pops in his mouthpiece and puts on his helmet and braces himself for a brutal 15 minutes, but this isn't football. This is cancer radiation. We're at Denver's Swedish Medical Center. The helmet is actually a white, hard-mesh mask that fits to every contour of Karl's big bucket head. It has red crosses all over it, like a hockey goalie's. He lays his 283 pounds on the table and the technicians clamp the mask on hard. How Karl breathes I'll never know. They secure his limbs and ask him to hold a blue plastic donut so no part of him moves. He looks like Hannibal Lecter about to get fried. "It makes you a little claustrophobic," the 58-year-old coach tries to say through the mask. "But what are you gonna do? Leave?" Coaching the wildly talented but wildly uneven Nuggets is hard enough, let alone doing it with throat and neck cancer, but that's what Karl is trying to do. Everybody tells him it's not possible, and today, maybe he's starting to believe them. With only three of his torturous six weeks of treatment done, and the inside of his mouth looking like he just took 100 bites out of a lava-hot pizza slice, and his head throbbing and his eyes hollow, Karl looks like a guy who should be on a stretcher, not an NBA bench. "George, this is only going to get harder," a nurse tells him. "You're not going to feel like working." Clearly, she's never met George Karl. He shows me many things I don't want to see...
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...Holy Spirit, Divine Consoler, I adore You as my true God, with God the Father and God the Son. I adore You and unite myself to the adoration You receive from the angels and saints. I give You my heart and I offer my ardent thanksgiving for all the grace which You never cease to bestow on me. O Giver of all supernatural gifts, who filled the soul of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, with such immense favors, I beg You to visit me with Your grace and Your love and to grant me the gift of holy fear, so that it may act on me as a check to prevent me from falling back into my past sins, for which I beg pardon. Grant me the gift of piety, so that I may serve You for the future with increased fervor, follow with more promptness Your holy inspirations, and observe your divine precepts with greater fidelity. Grant me the gift of knowledge, so that I may know the things of God and, enlightened by Your holy teaching, may walk, without deviation, in the path of eternal salvation. Grant me the gift of fortitude, so that I may overcome courageously all the assaults of the devil, and all the dangers of this world which threaten the salvation of my soul. Grant me the gift of counsel, so that I may choose what is more conducive to my spiritual advancement and may discover the wiles and snares of the tempter. Grant me the gift of understanding, so that I may apprehend the divine mysteries and by contemplation of heavenly things detach my...
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...Quality of Water: Tap and Bottled Water Tiffany R. Jones SCI 207: Dependence of Man on the Environment Instructor Leslia Wilson 3/2/2015 Introduction Body Paragraph #1 - Background: The debate of water quality and the effects it has on the public is one that has a lot of weight to it. The advancement of water testing has evolved into one that is of meaning, and is talked about frequently. Efficient testing of the water supply makes way for people to know what they are drinking. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (n.d.), “Climate change can have a variety of impacts on surface water, drinking water, and ground water quality.” In testing the water quality and contamination, the EPA regulates a lot of different ways to get the water clean to get it to become drinkable. According to the Centers for Disease Control (n.d.), “Even though our tap water supplies are considered to be one of the safest in the world, water contamination can still occur.” The occurrence of this is because of places not being regulated and inspected properly. Coming out of the Natural Resources Defense Council (n.d.), “Studies have shown that chemicals called phthalates, which are known to disrupt testosterone and other hormones, can leach into bottled water over time.” The plastic used in that of bottled water tends to have an effect on the human body, and can pose a threat. Body Paragraph # 2 - Objective: There is still a lot to be learned about the difference between tap water and...
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...freezer are not the most efficient ways to quickly cool a drink. Both the refrigerator and freezer cool through convection, and I believe conduction will prove to be a more effective cooling method. As such, I will test both the refridgerator and freezer, as well as several variations of ice baths.I believe that an ice/water/salt bath will provide the best results, because it will provide for the most conductive area, and will also have the lowest conductive agent temperature, because the addition of salt will lower the freezing point of the ice/water solution, allowing the solution to get a few degrees colder than the standard ice/water solution. Experimental Design: To test the above questions, I intend to test a solution (in this case, simple bottled water) in a variety of different environments to see which environment cools it the fastest. I will test 5 different methods of cooling the bottles of water, and I will test 4 bottles in each method at different timeframes. The 1. Bottled water in the refrigerator with normal use. I will put bottles in the refrigerator, and will remove them at the designated testing time periods. During this time, the...
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...Consulting Analysis for Criterion Water Labs, LLC Criterion Water Labs, LLC has been in business for four years. The owners, Dr. David and Ann Ihms are hardworking entrepreneurs. Both coming from a science background, they attended a six week fast track venture class and is now providing local quality water testing along with developing educational materials for hands on science. They are passionate about education and encouraging the youth to consider biology and chemistry fields to study. The mission of the business is to continue growing while maintaining both facets. Because of their social responsibility, customer base growth potential is not an issue. They have created a quality and after sale service value to their customers. Additional focuses on marketing, process management, and capabilities will expand the horizons for future growth for this community minded business. The environmental testing labs and services industry in which Criterion is part of held strong through the recession because of the growing concerns with the environment and social responsibility making Criterion Water Lab’s differentiation strategy appropriate. The owners took part in a radio interview after flooding occurred in their local community. Members of the community took notice of Criterions diligence and received the message openly. This was a spontaneous marketing effort that displayed their competence and responsiveness. By conducting an analysis of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities...
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...TYPES OF SOIL TEST IN-SITU TESTING TRIAL PITTING DYNAMICS PROBE TEST BOREHOLES IN-SITU TESTING In-situ testing techniques including Standard Penetration Testing, Permeability Testing, Borehole Vane Testing, Pressure meter Testing and Packer Testing can all be carried out in the boreholes in order to provide information for geotechnical design. Disturbed and undisturbed samples are retrieved from the boreholes for inspection and logging by engineers and subsequent testing in our laboratories. TRIAL PITTING Trial pitting can be carried out by a variety of methods from hand dug pits to machine excavated trenches. Trial pitting is generally carried out to a maximum depth of 4.5m with standard excavation plant and, depending on soil conditions, is generally suitable for most low rise developments. All trial pit investigations are supervised by experienced engineers with a thorough understanding of geology and soil mechanics. DYNAMICS PROBE TEST Cone Penetration Test To carried out the cone penetration test is pushed into a soil deposit while various measured parameters are recorded. The test is similar to the Dutch Deep sounding (or piezocone test) with the addition of a cone penetration element in the probe to measure water pressure. The test is also known as pore pressure sounding or CPTU. Mackintosh/JKR Probe Test This is a dynamic penetrometer test used to check the consistency of the subsoil. Mackintosh Probe which has 30° cone penetrometer while JKR Probes has...
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... coworkers, friends or family. By asking a question, eliminating evidence or significant reasons this can eliminate unnecessary research. We can then move forward to the observation and experiment when we adequate reasons to a problem. Step 2. Observation and Experiment Observation and Experiment can involve both natural and laboratory behaviors and environment. Testing a hypothesis (problem) in different variables and changes will show or measure negative or positive results. In this process we can determine what tools or environment are being used and if they are affecting the problem. The observation may take time by verifying data, repetitive manual manipulations and study. Step 3. Interpretation Interpretation is where you discuss the results and observations, explaining them. You can explore and observe, collect information and sample data. You can show the results from data you used. For example, you see a color change, you write possible reasons why in the interpretation section. Why did the color change? What possible reactions could have occurred? Step 4. Testing Testing the hypothesis must continue to be done, even after you have reached an interpretation and...
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...the various ways to compute hydration and hopes to present guidelines for various conditions. The are many ways water can be lost throughout the body. Water can be lost through “the lungs, skin, and kidneys”, through cell circulation, through exercise, through illnesses, anf through lack of water consumption, just to name a few (Armstrong 2005, p.40). Armstrong describes water is measured by “Total body water”, “extracellular volume”, “intercellular volume” and “plasma volume” (2005, p.41). There are about ten approaches to computing hydration. The most useful forms of testing to scientist and forensics is the “Neutron activation analysis” (Armstrong, 2005, p.42). This test uses an atom that contain extra nuclear energy called “radionuclide” to determine the amount of any substance in the body (Armstrong 2005, p. 42). This test is not commonly used because of the costs and lack of experienced labs. Another form of hydration testing Armstrong suggests, is “Bioelectric impedance” (2005, p.42). This testing involves sending “electric currents” into the body and assess the bodies configuration. Factors such as “skin...
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...Chapter 4: Feasibility of Proposed Standards CHAPTER 4: Feasibility of Proposed Standards Section 213(a)(3) of the Clean Air Act presents statutory criteria that EPA must evaluate in determining standards for nonroad engines and vehicles. The standards must "achieve the greatest degree of emission reduction achievable through the application of technology which the Administrator determines will be available for the engines or vehicles to which such standards apply, giving appropriate consideration to the cost of applying such technology within the period of time available to manufacturers and to noise, energy, and safety factors associated with the application of such technology." This chapter presents the technical analyses and information that form the basis of EPA's belief that the proposed emission standards are technically achievable accounting for all the above factors. 4.1 CI Recreational Marine The proposed emission standards CI recreational marine engines are summarized in the Executive Summary. We believe that manufacturers will be able to meet these standards using technology similar to that required for the commercial marine engine standards. This section discusses technology currently used on CI recreational marine engines and anticipated technology to meet the proposed standards. In addition, this section discusses the emission test procedures and not-to-exceed requirements. 4.1.1 Baseline Technology for CI Recreational Marine Engines We developed estimates...
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...Watch Newsletter Lesson 1: Dissolved Oxygen Testing Water Quality Sampling Time Frame: Three 45-50 minute class Grade Level: 8th – 12th grade Overview: Dissolved Oxygen Dissolved oxygen is the form of oxygen in water that is freely available to aquatic plants and animals. Dissolved oxygen is vital to fish and other aquatic life and for the prevention of odors. Oxygen is transferred from the atmosphere into surface waters, as well as being produced by aquatic plants, algae and phytoplankton as a by-product of photosynthesis. Once dissolved in water, oxygen diffuses throughout a water body very slowly since distribution depends on the movement of aerated water by turbulence and currents, water flow and thermal upwelling. Traditionally, the level of dissolved oxygen has been accepted as the single most important indicator of a water body’s ability to support desirable aquatic life. The amount of oxygen required varies according to species and the stage of life of a species. Usually, dissolved oxygen levels of 5.0 to 6.0 part per million (ppm) are required for growth and activity. Dissolved oxygen levels below 3.0 ppm are stressful to most aquatic organisms. When levels fall below 2.0 ppm for an extended period of time, most fish will not survive. Oxygen is a particularly sensitive constituent because its availability during different times of day and times of year is influenced by temperature, other chemicals present in the water, and biological processes. Temperature plays...
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...is an example of our many water supplies needed to sustain life. Man including every living being is connected to water indirectly or directly. Through this connection man has and still is destroying this life sustaining element. It is important to monitor waterways to understand their chemical, physical, and biological makeup to improve their quality and sustainability. As the resource manager of the Chopawamsic Creek I monitor the water through sampling and testing to determine its quality Methods: Biological monitoring was conducted to determine the quality of habitats and overall water health. I used D-Nets sweeping them across or jabbing them into the water depending on the depth to collect macroinvertebrates for sampling. Benthic macroinvertebrates are small creatures living in streams under rocks and sediment. They are relatively immobile and short lived, sensitive to environmental changes, and are a powerful indicator of chronic human disturbances (City of Federal Way, 2012)....
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...Today I met with Mr. Schwinnen during opt-out and after school to start my chemical testing for Trial 2. My goal was to finish all of the testing within two hours, but that did not happen. When I started, Mr. Schwinnen showed me a new YSI 9300 Photometer that he order before the new school year. He wanted me to use it to make sure that it worked. I started crushing the nitrogen tablets and putting them into test tubes of my water samples, but when I put the samples into the photometer, it would not turn on. Mr. Schwinnen and I spent about ten minutes figuring out how to change its batteries only to find that it still did not work. Eventually, I switched to the old photometer and things started to flow smoothly again. I finished collecting all of my nitrogen data and got Site 1 and Site 2’s phosphorus levels. Nitrogen levels were very different from Trial 1 to Trial...
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...PIPES and INSTALLATION AS IT AFFECTS PLUMBING INSTALLATION SERVICES. Plumbing is generally refers to as a system of pipes and fixtures installed in a building for the distribution of portable water and removal of waste water. But in a wider scope, Plumbing installation services can be categorised into the following classes namely: * Cold & Hot water supply system: This is basically distribution of Portable water to building/buildings both internally and externally. * External Water Reticulation: This is water distribution network for a vast area of land. This could either be for a city, town, village, community or an Estate. * Soil & waste drainage system: This is piping system for the removal of both Soil waste from WCs and bidet and Waste water from WHB,K.S, and baths to be drained to a septic tank/soakaway pit, sewage treatment plant or public sewer. This also could be both internally or externally. * Rainwater system: This involves piping to remove rain water from building/buildings to be channelled to storm drain or external gutter. * Fire fighting system: This aspect of services is to combat any class of fire outbreak within and outside the building/buildings. It is also sub-divided into the following categories: a) Fire hose reel pipe installation - internal b) Dry & wet riser pipe installation - internal c) Sprinkler pipe installation - internal d) Fire extinguisher installation – internal & external e) Fire...
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...Ryan Church Per. 2-3 Testing for Fecal Coliforms Purpose: The purpose of this lab was to test the water for fecal Coliforms. We will do this by testing water sample from the river, the pond, and the tap. After we acquire the water we put it in a vile and then into a petri dish to sit and develop the coliforms. Hypothesis: I believe that we will see a lot of fecal coliforms in the river and in the pond but not in the tap because it goes through a filter, and does not come in contact with animal waste. Data/ Observations: Class Data # of E. coli colonies per 100 mL | Location of the water sample | 33.3 | River | 89.9 | Pond | 0 | Tap | We could tell that the colonies were E. coli colonies because their color was blue/purple. We tested for the E. coli colonies because that is what made the water in the river and pond dangerous to drink. Even though you cannot drink the water in the river and pond you can still swim in it because they had less than 200 E. coli colonies per 100mL. Analysis: 1a. In this experiment our independent variable was the location that we get the water because it is what we change. b. In this experiment the dependent variables was the number of E. coli colonies because it is what we measured. c. In this experiment the controlled variables were the temperature that the water sat in, the amount of sunlight, and the solution that we used to observe the E. coli colonies. 2. After calculating the amount of E. coli colonies per...
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...the safety of drinking water. Pathogenic organisms can cause intestinal infections, dysentery, hepatitis, typhoid fever, cholera, and other illnesses. Sources of Bacteria in Drinking Water: The Need for Water Testing Human and animal wastes are a primary source of bacteria in water. These sources of bacterial contamination include runoff from feedlots, pastures, dog runs, and other land areas where animal wastes are deposited. Additional sources include seepage or discharge from septic tanks, sewage treatment facilities, and natural soil/plant bacteria. Bacteria from these sources can enter wells that are either open at the land surface or do not have water-tight...
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