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Insects and Diseases Affecting Oak Trees., 2002.
This paper explores the insects, fungi and bacteria that affect oak trees (family Quercidae).
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 9 sources, $ 106.95
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This paper first covers insects which effect Oak Trees: gypsy moths, oak leaf rollers and leaf tiers,and the scarlet oak sawfly, all defoliating pests, followed by bark-attacking insects (bark borers). The paper then discusses tree diseases specific to the oak, including oak wilt, root rot and fungal infections of the bark and leaves. The paper includes recommendations for treatment and a list of references.
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Semi-Natural Oak Woodlands, 2004.
This paper discusses the conservation of semi-natural oak woodlands in Britain.
1,105 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper explains that human impact, especially that associated with increasing residential land use conversion, has reduced the original oak forest cover to the extent that the oak woodlands are at risk. The author explains that the extent of oak woods in the U.K. is estimated to be between 70,000 and 100,000 hectares, concentrated in the areas of Argyll, Devon, Cumbria, Lochaber, Gwynedd, and Cornwall. The paper relates that conservation measures are being taken to develop mixed woodlands or reversions to open moorland, to establish historic parks and open moorlands, and to use fences, thus ensuring the protection of these oak woodlands.
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"Oak woodlands are habitats having oak and birch as the dominant species in the canopy. Other species of trees that are often found in the area or habitat include holly, rowan, hazel and alder. Oak woodlands in England often tend to be many years old. For example, the oak woodlands in Greater Manchester are estimated to have been wooded continuously since 1600 AD. Secondary woodlands are those that have naturally colonized open ground, usually after the land has been used for some other purpose."
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Sudden Oak Death, 2008.
Analyzes, compares, and reviews two articles on sudden oak death.
2,688 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper discusses how the article entitled, "Sudden Oak Death: Endangering California and Oregon Forest Ecosystems" by David M. Rizzo and Matteo Garbelotto provides a clear and comprehensive overview and assessment of the serious problem of sudden oak death and how it also analyzes in detail the functioning and range of Phytophthora ramorum pathogen in relation to concomitant environmental, ecological and site criteria. The paper then analyzes the article entitled, "Effects of Landscape Heterogeneity on the Emerging Forest Disease Sudden Oak Death" by Condeso et al. and notes how this article, in contrast to the first, is focused on a specific aspect of the problem of the spread of the pathogen P. ramorum and sudden oak death; namely the effect of landscape structure as it relates to the disease.
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Article one
Introduction
The Problem
Findings
Solutions
Conclusion
Paper 2
Introduction
The Problem
Findings
Solutions
Conclusion
Section Three
Comparison of Articles
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"The article also emphasizes the central concern that the damage that this pathogen causes is intimately linked to the delicate and complex ecological balance in the areas concerned. This in turn relates to the fact that the pathogen also affects other biological entities. In essence one of the central problems is that it has a broad host range and that it also affects "...almost all wood plant species in coastal forests". 1 This aspect has serious implications for the understanding and treatment of the disease, as well as for the range and complexity of its impact on the trees and general ecology. This in turn is also related to the problem of the secondary impact of the disease on other organisms such as insects, which play a vital role in the maintenance of ecological balance. "
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James Oakes's "The Ruling Race", 2004.
Outlines James Oakes's theory regarding the motivations of slavery as put forth in his book, "The Ruling Race, A History of American Slaveholders".
1,067 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper discusses the theory suggested by James Oakes regarding the motives of slaveholders in early American history and the underlying social and economic conditions largely related to these motives. The paper summarizes Oakes's theory, which holds that the South fought to maintain the institution of slavery because of the social relationships it symbolized, and the perception that it was an economic necessity.
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"The immigrants to the colonies had a deep and driving need to prove themselves as men. Their status among their peers was contingent upon their economic success and that was, to a great degree, derived from the ownership of slaves. Owning slaves was a mark of accomplishment that set the man as master as well as owner. To own a slave was the primary goal of many, if not most, of the immigrants (THE RULING RACE, p. 42). Slaveholding was a status symbol that allowed members of the lower class to rise to the level of a ?gentleman?. Owning a slave became a symbol of manly courage as well as social class. The social system in which the slaveholder lived demanded that they maintain their status through the ownership of slaves. Their reputations as ?gentlemen? were at stake should slavery be abolished."
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The Oak Ridges Moraine, 2006.
A look at the environmental threat that urban sprawl is posing to the Oak Ridges Moraine in Canada.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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Some geographical areas are so vitally important that they need to be protected form development of any kind. One of these areas is the Oak Ridges Moraine. This paper examines the issue of urban sprawl and the Oak Ridges Moraine. It is essentially a look at the conflict between environmentalists and developers. A solution is suggested in using new urbanism.
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Poison Oak Eradication, 2002.
This paper provides an insight into poison oak - its biology, symptoms on contact, and methods of eradication.
1,714 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper examines various methods of poison-oak eradication as well as the reasons that controlling this plant may prove to be necessary or advisable. Touching any member of the poison oak family causes an oozing, itchy, misery-inducing rash. Among the methods that are discussed for eradication are controlled burning, mechanical control (such as mowing it), herbicide use and biocontrol ? usually in the form of hungry goats.
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"In most cases, the next stage is the appearance of small, water-filled blisters. This tends to coincide with the period of maximum itching. In the most severe cases, the blisters will be much larger and will tend to merge into each other. In even the most severe case, the rash recedes in between one and four weeks without any treatment ? although most sufferers do use topical medications to reduce the itching. Reducing itching it important because scratching the blisters spreads the resin and so spreads the rash."
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George Mosse's "Toward the Final Solution", 2002.
This paper discusses George Mosse's "Toward the Final Solution: A History of European Racism" that traces the manner in which racist categories of thought came to shape European perception and cultural history in the 19th century.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This paper examines Mosse's view of how thinkers such as J.G. Herder, Arthur De Gobineau and Paul De Lagarde contributed to the formulation and dissemination of racist categories of thinking.
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Walt Whitman: "I Saw in Louisiana a Live-Oak Growing", 2000.
Looks at the poem, "I Saw in Louisiana a Live-Oak Growing", from the perspective of new criticism.
1,466 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 1 source, $ 48.95
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This paper uses the principles of New Criticism to unearth new meanings and depth to Walt Whitman's poem "I Was in Louisiana a Live-Oak Growing".
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"After studying the principles of New Criticism, we have learned that the author?s meaning is irrelevant. Instead, we look for tensions and ironies that exist in the text. By using New Criticism, the reader can find unities and ambiguities that open up the text and give the reader deeper insight to the possible meanings and connections in the work. By examining the poem ?I Saw in Louisiana a Live-Oak Growing,? the reader discovers how New Criticism unearths tensions, ambiguities, and meaning."
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Epiphytes in Oak Trees, 2009.
A review of an experiment to determine the dispersion of Tillandsia spp., an epiphyte.
1,611 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 52.95
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The paper describes the experiment of counting and recording the number of Tillandsia spp. individuals in oaks and pines trees around the University of Florida campus. The paper explains the analysis of the data that was done, which utilized the Mann-Whitney U test to determine the relationship between two samples of different host trees. The paper then reveals the outcome of the statistics that show clear evidence that Tillandsia spp. prefer to colonize in oak trees over pine trees. In addition, an explanation for these results is provided in the paper.
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Introduction
Materials and Methods
Results
Discussion
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"Tillandsia spp. is an epiphyte, a plant that attaches and survives off the support of another plant. Several factors influence growth potential and optimal habitat for Tillandsia spp. including essential nutrients, water supply, and available sunlight, all which play a key role in the understanding of all plant development. My hypothesis for dispersion of these Tillandsia spp. is that the large surface area and dense habitat for epiphytes of the oak tree will allow for best atmospheric conditions for nutrient uptake, offer shade to minimize water loss through transpiration, and provide sufficient sunlight to carry out photosynthesis."
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The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 2002.
An overview of this 1975 congressional act to regulate and monitor ?written? warranties provides by manufacturers and sellers.
2,079 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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A warranty is a written statement or promise typically prepared by the manufacturer of a product ensuring it?s quality. It is a commitment made by the manufacturer or seller that they represent and will stand by the product in the event of loss, breakage or other malcontent. This paper examines the pros and cons of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act passed by the American congress, which governs all federal consumer product warranties. The paper covers the positive aspects of the law including customer satisfaction, peace of mind and truth in written statement. It also looks at the negative sides of the law, which include the promotion of shoddy performance of products that are supplied with limited warranties, providing coverage for one year or less.
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"In a nutshell the Magnuson-Moss act outlines the many specifications that must be included in written warranties for a product. The act has many provisions. It requires manufacturers and sellers of products to provide consumers with detailed information about the warranty of the product (Grimes, 2003). The purpose of the act was to ensure that consumers are provided with detailed, accurate and adequate information regarding the warranties of any products they may purchase. The act also enables customers to compare the warranties of different merchants prior to buying a product. Another purpose of the act is to encourage competition between merchants. Because consumers have access to detailed information regarding warranties, they are more apt to purchase products with more elaborate coverage. Lastly the act creates a ?framework for companies to set up procedures resolving disputes on products without litigation? (Grimes, 2002)."
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Urban Sprawl and the Oak Ridges Moraine, 2005.
A discussion on urban sprawl in the greater Toronto area.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 53.95
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This third year environmental planning course assignment discusses urban sprawl in the greater Toronto area. The paper examines urban sprawl, the Oak Ridges moraine, planning problems and planning solutions. The paper further examines the implementation of the greenbelt plan.
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"There are many environmental, social and political issues that can be solved through effective planning. However, some environmental, urban and political problems have been caused by a lack of planning. One of the most potentially disastrous environmental, urban and political issues is urban sprawl. According to William Norton in Human Geography, The term urban sprawl is often used to describe the deconcentration that involves low-density expansion of urban land uses into surrounding rural areas (Norton 418). This rather clinical definition is misleading because it treats urban sprawl as if it is not problematic."
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The Myth of the War Experience, 2002.
A review of the book ?Fallen Soldiers? by George L. Mosse.
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This paper examines how in his book "Fallen Soldiers", George L. Mosse attempts to define what he calls the myth of the war experience, which he says came to sanctify war during World War I and which has transformed the war experience to make war into something meaningful and even holy. In this way, governments could redefine patriotism around war. It looks at how the origins of the myth can be traced back to the French Revolution and the German Wars of Liberation against Napoleonis when the common soldier was suddenly infused with patriotic fervor and a desire for glory such as formerly occupied only the leadership.
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"Mosse's argument is convincing in the way he develops his historical argument, though he does ignore the fact that the attitude he calls the Myth of the War Experience is not something that came into being around the time of the French Revolution so much as it was then extended from the officer class to the common soldier. The view of war as a glorious enterprise is far older than that and can be seen in the celebration of the warrior-leader at least as early as the time of Ancient Greece and continuing in some form ever since. What Mosse really finds is how the common soldier was suddenly infused with patriotic fervor and a desire for glory such as formerly occupied only the leadership."
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Marketing Plan, 2002.
A discussion of eight basic marketing concepts as they apply to a business plan being written by Ronnie?s Place, Inc. which needs to relocate to the Four Oaks district.
2,301 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper provides a detailed analysis of basic marketing principles in the context of the creation of the new business in Four Oaks. The concepts examined are product, price, promotion, place, company, customers, competitors and collaborators.
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"The city of Four Oaks, North Carolina is involved in the planning stages of development of a new diamond interchange at Keen Road. Unfortunately, several businesses lie in the way of the design and construction of the project and must be relocated to other parts of the town. Ronnie?s Place, Inc. is at the center of controversy as the business must be demolished and a new building must be constructed in another location. In order to finance the reconstruction, the State Department of Transportation must purchase the existing facilities and compensate the owner for his time, effort, and interruption of daily business. Until a fair price has been established between both parties, the owner must concentrate on other opportunities to acquire capital to construct the new facility. Furthermore, he must create and implement a suitable business plan to sustain the growth of his new business. To accomplish these efforts, the owner will utilize the four P?s and the four C?s of marketing: Product; Company; Price; Customers; Promotion; Competitors; Place and Collaborators."
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"Men and Women of the Corporation", 2007.
This paper reviews Rosabeth Moss Kanter's work about the differences in management between men and women in the business world, "Men and Women of the Corporation".
1,319 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 44.95
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The paper examines how Rosabeth Moss Kanter uses many sampling methods in the study that she conducted regarding the differences between men and women in the corporate world and how they react to leadership. The paper looks at what Kanter's work can mean for management in the corporate world where men and women are concerned. The paper explains that men have traditionally taken a stronger approach to leadership, while women have often gone for a softer attitude. The paper notes that the prediction of Kanter that men and women would be equal within the workplace has still not come true.
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"One of the sampling methods that Kanter used in her study was theoretical (or purposive) sampling (Kanter, 1977), which means that Kanter believed that the variables which she chose were very representative of the population that she was studying. She also, to some extent, utilized the idea of 'convenience sampling' because she collected volunteers from a meeting. These 111 women that attended this meeting were asked to fill out the survey that was helpful to the study (Kanter, 1977), and this was largely why Kanter was able to collect this large amount of participants for the study."
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Analysis of "You Can't Take It With You", 2002.
This paper reviews and analyzes the 1937 Pulitzer Prize winning play "You Can't Take It With You" written by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman.
2,327 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 71.95
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This paper examines the plot and characters in the comedic play "You Can't Take It With You" which revolves around the relationship between Tony and Alice and their families. The writer of this paper delves into the themes depicted in the play while also discussing the various conflicts between the characters. This paper analyzes the dialogue of the play which shows specific forms of action through the conversations taking place in the actual story as well as the narrative information given throughout the play. This paper explores the specific style of writing in this particular play which according to the writer is written in prose form while discussing the lack of continuous rhythm in the actual text. This paper also examines the manner in which the language used in the play clearly highlights the characters' personalities.
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"In the first act, we meet Martin Vanderhof's family. The play talks about the different things they do that make them happy. Grandpa left his business 35 years ago, and began to collect snakes as he decided to relax and live life. For fun, he also attends commencement ceremonies at a local university. Penelope Sycamore, or Penny, is Alice's mother and Grandpa Vanderhof''s daughter. Penny writes plays, but she has also felt the creative bug as an artist. Her husband, Paul, is interested in rockets and spends quite some time puttering in the basement with a friend of the family, Mr. DePinna, who came to deliver ice one day eight years before, and became an adopted part of the family. Paul and Mr. DePinna make rockets for any occasion fireworks are wanted. Penny had worked on a painting of Mr. DePinna as a Roman discus thrower, possibly accepting a role, as Penny's model, was how he became part of the craziness of the family."
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