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American Income Inequality, 2007.
This paper discuses geography as a factor in analyzing American income inequality.
2,005 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper explains that the North-South problem roughly outlines a trend in developed nations, including Germany, France and the United States, for the North to be more developed than the South, thus creating a geographical basis from which income inequality can be sourced. The author points out that another influence on geographical income inequality lies in the dissimilarity in the dynamic North-South urban centers, such as the Southern cities having a greater concentration of lower income nonwhites than Northern cities as well as their differing industrial bases. The paper relates that income inequality in the United States contributes to a growing concern about the availability of both health and education services for those individuals existing at the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder.
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"The economy of the South became increasingly agriculture based during its development, while the North was moving towards industrialization and manufacturing sectors. Wendy Shaw's study of the distribution of affluence and affluent communities in the United States clearly illustrates the economic inequality resulting from geography. A map displaying the 155 most affluent counties in the United States shows a tendency for such counties to be geographically centered overwhelmingly in the Washington, D.C. to Boston megalopolis."
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The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, 2007.
A general look at the culture and society of the Kingdom of Jordan.
1,706 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper examines how, though small in land area and population, the Kingdom of Jordan is a historic, scenic, and integral pillar of Middle Eastern culture and politics. In order to understand the country and people of Jordan, the paper looks at Jordan's culture and government, its rich history, and its continuing freshwater shortage crisis.
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"The economy of Jordan has been hit hard in recent times due to the incessant military presence and warring in the Middle East. Jordan has had a long and amicable history with Iraq, and Iraq had been a major trading partner with Jordan. As a result, the various conflicts, which have strained Iraqi-Jordanian economic relations, have contributed to the demise of Jordan's own economy. More thorough and mandatory inspections at the port of Aqaba have also hampered the flow of trade to Jordan, complicating production and lessening industrial competition. Furthermore, the oil boom in the Gulf region was a traditional source of employment for Jordanians, but was diminished by the Gulf War (Abdullah II). "
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The 2002 Central European Floods, 2007.
An analysis of the cause and impact of the 2002 central European floods.
2,134 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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This paper looks at floods in general, their possible causes and general impact. The paper then takes a look at the 2002 flood that drowned Dresden and Prague, in particular, and explains that this flood greatly illustrates both the severity and impact of river floods and that of the changing climate. The paper also briefly touches on the media coverage at the time.
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"Most simply put, the cause of river flood disasters is rainfall. River floods normally result directly or indirectly from climatological events, such as excessive or prolonged rainfall, snowmelt, or a combination of the two. Therefore, most floods occur in spring and early summer, during the periods of snow- and icemelt. Other factors may be ice jams, landslides or the failure of dams and control works. Floods in river valleys occur as a result of a rapidly increased stream flow that exceeds the streams capacity and overspills. Meanwhile, the water-table may rise above the ground surface, when upstream river basins were already saturated from earlier rains. This is often the precursor for overspilling as the ground can no longer absorb the excess water. In urban areas, flooding often results from overspilling but may also be a result of surcharged stormwater drains."
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The 1925 Tri-State Tornado, 2007.
An analysis of the cause, impact and coverage of the 1925 Tri-State Tornado.
2,006 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper describes the causes and mechanisms of tornadoes in general, with a focus on the 1925 Tri-State Tornado, and briefly touches on media coverage of the tornado. The paper looks at how the Great Tri-State Tornado, an F5 that devastated eastern Missouri, Southern Illinois and Southwestern Indiana on March 18, 1925, stands out as a distinct statistical rarity and how it has remained the single deadliest tornado in history, even after decades of record keeping. The paper also touches on media coverage of the tornado at the time.
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"The week prior to the tragic date of March 18 was unusually warm across the Midwest. A cold front was expected to bring showers and thunderstorms and cooler temperatures from Canada. On the 18th, temperatures rose into the 70s, about 10 degrees warmer than normal for that time of year (NOAA News). Severe thunderstorms formed just behind the approaching cold front over southeast Missouri in the early afternoon. This cold-front helped create the tornado's parent thunderstorm that was centered over northwestern Arkansas, as shown in the Weather Bureau's daily weather map issued that morning. The same parent thunderstorm originally developed within a low pressure area that was centered over western Montana two days before the tornado hit (Potter)."
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National Geographic Magazine, 2007.
This essay discusses National Geographic's past and the many forms of educational influence it has achieved today in mass media communication.
1,580 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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In this article, the writer describes not only how National Geographic came about in the late 1800s, but also looks at what this world acclaimed magazine and its branches have developed into today. Further, the writer discusses how the magazine plays a role in the technology and media of the 21st century. Beginning with the development of the first and most well known of the National Geographic magazines, the writer explores its history up to the present time. The writer goes into detail on how National Geographic has positively impacted our world and how it has successfully integrated into the media and technology of today.
Outline:
The Original Magazine
National Geographic
Explorer and Little Kids
Adventure
Traveler
Television
Technology
Conclusion
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"As the magazine does not depend on advertising it has become a well-established informative magazine in its own right. The Society's Mission Programs support critical expeditions and scientific fieldwork; encourage geography education for students; promote natural and cultural conservation; and inspire audiences through new media, vibrant exhibitions, and live events. Though the times have drastically changed over the past hundred years, the subject matter that the National Geographic uses usually combine a number of the following themes: cultural expansion and transformation, discovery of the unknown, personal ambitions, informational resourcefulness, international cooperation and obviously preservation of historical evidence and 'treasures' of ancient civilizations. Integral to the individuality of its publications is the fact that each issue includes at least one map so that readers gain a significantly better idea about geographic nature of the article they are reading."
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Yangtze River Ports, 2007.
This paper reports on the Yangtze River Transport development and looks at ports dredging and future planning.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This report provides an introduction to the current development of Yangtze River transportation in the aspects of economy, hinterland, dredging and container port. A further development plan of Yangtze River as well as a blueprint of dredging work announced by the central government are also briefly revealed. Finally, an introduction to three of the top five ports along the Yangtze River are given, in addition to PSA's China's prior research work on the remaining two of the top five ports i.e. Taicang and Zhangjiagang.
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Brief Introduction on Yangtze River
Economy & Hinterland
Yangtze River Transport
Development in Yangtze River Transportation
Port Along Yangtze River
Further Development Plan of Yangtze River
Dredging
The whole truck line
Responsible parties
Blueprint of dredging work
Lower Reaches
Brief Introduction on 3 of the Top 5 Ports Along Yangtze River
Nanjing
Wuhan
Chongqing
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"The emergence of important cities and industrial belt along the Yangtze is closely related to shipping on the river. By transporting raw materials, components and finished goods to and from industrial bases, the river plays a vital role in Yangtze region today. Statistics shows that the Yangtze Rivers carries 80% of the iron ore, 72% of the crude oil and 83% of the coal demanded by large factories and enterprises along the river. In some provinces and cities, more than 80% of foreign trade relies on the Yangtze River. Moreover, the transport of liquefied petroleum gas, chemicals and asphalt, as well as ro-ro transport, are also developing rapidly."
"According to the Yangtze Administration of Navigational Affairs, cargo throughput on the Yangtze reached 990m tons in 2006, 3.5 times as much as in 2000, and 3.8m TEU, 5.6 times higher than that of in 2000, making it the world's largest river in terms of freight volume."
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Anchorage City, 2007.
A look at Anchorage, south central Alaska.
1,334 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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The paper looks at south central Alaska that makes up modern day Anchorage. The paper examines the history of Anchorage and the building of its economy. The paper notes Alaska's statehood in 1959 and its growing population and growing oil revenues. The paper also discusses Alaska's seasons and climate.
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"South central Alaska makes up modern day Anchorage, which was inhabited originally by Eskimos in 3,000 BCE. By 1756 the time of European contact, the Athabaskan Denai'ina peoples replaced the Eskimos. Although Russian explores frequented the waters of southern Alaska, Captain James Cook is commonly believed to be the first to explore the Anchorage area in 1778. Russian influence remained strong throughout the next century as the Alaskan Peninsula served as the headquarters of a profitable fur trading organization. Despite the success of the fur trade, Russia decided to sell the area called Russian America to the United States for $7, 200,000. Gold mining in the south-central region made up the bulk of economic activity for the next 45 years."
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Greenhouse Gases, 2007.
An analysis of the causes and effects of the greenhouse effect on the Earth's environment.
825 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper describes how greenhouse gases contribute to global warming. It begins by describing how greenhouse gases occur in the atmosphere. It discusses the importance of greenhouse gases and then describes what causes the harmful greenhouse effect. Finally, the paper describes the negative impact of the greenhouse effect on the Earth's environment.
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"Greenhouse gases are components of the atmosphere that contribute to the warming of the Earth. Some greenhouse gases occur naturally in the atmosphere, such as: water vapor, carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and ozone. Human activities have increased the concentrations of these gases over time. The burning of fossil fuels such as oil, coal, and natural gas as well as other activities like deforestation, has lead to higher concentrations of Carbon dioxide. Live stock, paddy rice farming and losses of pipelines have lead to higher concentration of methane in the atmosphere. Activities, such as the use of nitrogenous fertilizers for agricultural reasons, and the burning of vegetation, have increased the nitrous oxide concentrations. The only greenhouse gas that is not directly affected by human activity is water vapor (Greenhouse gas, 2007)."
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Hurricanes, 2007.
A description of how hurricanes are formed and how they strengthen and weaken.
1,448 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper analyzes hurricanes. It discusses how hurricanes are formed and describes their structure. The paper discusses the affects of hurricanes on their surrounding environment. It then describes what is needed in order for a hurricane to increase in strength, as well as how it can become weaker. The paper concludes with the writer's personal memories and experiences with hurricanes.
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"Hurricanes are warm storms fueled by thunderstorms near their center. But before we can call any storm a hurricane, there are certain criteria that have to be met. Sometimes hurricanes can use pre-existing systems of disturbed weather to form; although in this system they must have some sort of circulation as well as a low pressure center. Another component that helps to form a hurricane is low wind shear. High wind shear would prevent the formation of a feedback loop which helps power the storm. Warm water is another and probably the most important component in the formations of hurricanes. Water temperatures have to be at least 80 degrees Fahrenheit down to a depth of at least 150 feet. Hurricanes are known as warm storms so it would only make sense that they form in warm water. The last component that will be mentioned is, distance from the equator. The minimum distance that a hurricane can form from the equator is 310 miles or 5 degrees on a map. This distance allows the Coriolis Effect to circulate the storm system giving it the appearance of a pin wheel (Wikipedia, 2007)."
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Caryle Murphy's "Passion for Islam", 2007.
This paper reviews and analyzes Caryle Murphy's book "Passion for Islam--Shaping the Modern Middle East: The Egyptian Experience".
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper explains that, although modern events have focused much Western attention on area hotbeds of Islamic militancy, such as Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, the fight for the spirit of Islam on the banks of the Nile in several ways represents more completely the region's ongoing, unsettled tensions among belief and reason. The author points out that Murphy explores the reasons for Islamic decline such as (1) the clash of a newly decadent, yet once great civilization, with the irresistible force of an industrial revolution it might once have led and (2) the lack of democracy without which no society can develop in concert with rapid and unpredictable cultural and technological change. The paper relates that, starting with the end of the socialist promise of the Nasser era through the violence that rocked Egypt in the nineties, Murphy carefully follows the development of Islamist insurgency through its various forms, differentiating the facets of Islam in Egypt that played into the development of radical Islamist behavior.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Book Review
Brief Analysis
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"Lawrence Wright of the "New Yorker" has suggested recently that Osama Bin Laden's Egyptian deputy Ayman al-Zawahari is the true guiding force behind al Qaeda. If that is right, then the antecedents of al Qaeda lie as much in Egypt as in Saudi Arabia, the birthplace of bin Laden. Murphy has produced a huge deal of valuable reporting that lays bare the roots of this reign of terror, chronicling how fringe violent Egyptian Islamist organizations fought the state and terrorized the populace. There are certainly echoes of al Qaeda here, especially in the manner in which Islamic Jihad justified attacks on and murders of foreign tourists and Christian Copts though pronouncing Crusaders and Jews to be the enemies of Islam."
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Neighborhood Analysis: South Side Pittsburgh, 2007.
A description of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania's South Side, including history, neighborhood problems, solutions, and its future.
1,407 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This urban studies essay discusses the history of Pittsburgh's South Side. The paper examines the area's current urban issues. The paper includes possible solutions proposed by the city, and by the writer. The writer further discusses his opinion on the neighborhood's future growth. The paper addresses several urban issues, including gentrification, urban planning, and architectural preservation.
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"Pittsburgh's South Side has a rich history and culture. From the first immigrants to the residents that live there today, this neighborhood has seen many changes and growth with the passing of time. The neighborhood has faced new challenges and issues. There have been recent developments in overcoming these neighborhood issues and many areas of success can be seen. If the indicators of positive urban renewal prove to be accurate, the South Side will see positive growth within the next ten years. In this essay I will explore different aspects of Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood through giving a description history and current state, describing its most pertinent problems it faces, give possible solutions to these issues, as well as give my prediction of the direction of its future."
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Landscape Geography, 2006.
This paper discusses landscape geography in relation to culture and offers two Ontario examples.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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The paper indicates the advantages of the subfield of landscape geography that is distinct from other sub-disciplines, discussing two Ontario examples that reveal how landscapes can shape more than one culture according to human relationships. The paper presents research/fieldwork towards inner city Toronto's landscape shaping 'homeless' culture and also how the Muskoka landscape influences local and visiting cultures. The paper examines how it is the same landscape but different phenomena, due to use/economic interaction with an environment.
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"The study of landscape geography has involved a long struggle to distinguish its subject matter and approaches from those of physical geography. Landscape geographers make much not of local details within phenomena, but towards a good deal of theory to do with both a landscape's influence on culture and the aesthetics of geography. In some respects, landscape geography is like the study of ecology in attention to soil types, vegetation and the effects of land formations or waterways. There is much in common with fields of historical and human geography, too, in the attention given habitation, patterns of settlement or how local cultures have been influenced by terrain and climate."
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Hurricanes & Insurance, 2006.
A review of hurricane damage and the available insurance coverage.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper is written in the form of a convincing report for members of the insurance industry on Florida's high hurricane risk. The paper provides a summary of what a hurricane is, kinds of phenomena and damage, losses of interval NB 2004, and future for government/insurance industry collaboration. Storms have long been predicted to become more severe but a more important factor in Florida has been development, 1986-2006, to mean more material for destruction amid high demand for hurricane-related insurance.
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"Damage owing to hurricanes in Florida is easily assessed in research produced by the U.S. The period of June 1 to November 30 is Florida's expected Hurricane Season. A hurricane results from a low pressure system associated with tropical environments, announced by thunderstorms and a counter-clockwise circulation of winds. A tropical depression is a system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined surface circulation and maximum winds of up to 38 miles per hour."
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The Agricultural Industry in British Columbia, 2006.
A discussion of how climate and soil affect the agricultural industry in three British Columbian regions.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 0 sources, $ 80.95
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Perhaps no other industry is as dependent upon variables over which it has no control as the agricultural industry is. This paper produces a cross sectional comparison and contrast of three regions in British Columbia: Cariboo region, Peace River, and Kootenay. The paper highlights how climatic factors and soil composition factors impact upon the respective agricultural sectors of the aforementioned areas. In addition to illuminating how areas that are fairly close to one another geographically can still produce astonishing climatic and geological diversity the paper also reveals how primary industries like agriculture take on new shapes in different regions because of the physical feature of the land.
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Water Usage in the Middle East, 2006.
A case study of water usage patterns in the Gulf Cooperation Council states and the Middle East in general.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 1 source, $ 115.95
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Water usage patterns in the Gulf Cooperation Council states and in the Middle East overall are not consistent with sound conservation policies and continued industrial and commercial expansion in the region without change will be unsustainable even in the short-term. This case study points out, the entire Middle East and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in particular, is experiencing rapid growth in demand for water resources and water based products and this trend is expected to continue.
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