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Morphology, 2005.
An in depth discussion on morphological principles.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper answers a multitude of questions on and gives innumerable examples of different kinds of morphological principles. It discusses of articulation, morphology, terminology and identifying morphemes. The paper expands on simple and complex words, morphological processes, lexical categories and compounding. In conclusion it researches word formation processes, inflection and derivation.
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Spontaneous Speech vs. Morphology, 2002.
An examination of speech by children.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper compares the use of two children's spontaneous speech with the results of a test of morphology in three areas of morphemes: plural, past, and third-person singular inflection.
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Freud?s Analysis of ?Portia? and ?King Lear?, 1997.
This paper discusses Freud?s analysis of Shakespeare?s ?Portia? and ?King Lear? as compared to Vladimir Propp?s concept of "Folk Tale Morphology".
990 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper states that Freud?s thematicizing of Shakespeare?s stories falls under what Vladimir Propp later called the classification of "Folk Tale Morphology": Stories are classified and analyzed on the basis of a similarity of functions enacted over the course of the story. The author feels that what is significant is the extent to which Freud?s analysis of the tale's morphology is convincing, and is used to bear out his own psychoanalytic theories. Examples are provided.
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"Freud first observes the common theme of a choice between three objects. While Propp would say that the choice itself is a function, and the nature of the choice is subfunctions, Freud insists on the cases being identical. Freud had already suggested in 1909 that in dream symbolism "boxes, cases, chests, cupboards and ovens represent the uterus" (The Interpretation of Dreams 471) , and here uses this theory to demonstrate that, in choosing among three caskets, Bassanio is choosing among three women."
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Polymerase Chain Reaction-Derived Homeotic Genes, 2007.
Describes a procedure to isolate the morphology-controlling homeotic genes of Caenorhabditis elegans.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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This paper describes an experiment in which DNA was extracted from the organism Caenorhabditis elegans to be amplified and electrophoresed. The author reports that polymerase chain reaction (PCR) was used in the experiment to amplify the DNA and after electrophoresis was finished, a photograph of the gel was obtained. The author also explains that the migration distance of the bands was measured and a graph of the molecular weight of the bands was created. The paper states that this process allowed the isolation of homeobox genes, which are of great importance in many different organisms for patterning and segmentation.
Table of Contents:
Keywords
Abstract
Introduction
Materials & Methods
C. Elegans Preparation
RNAse Treatment and Protein Precipitation
DNA Precipitation, Drying and Rehydration
Preparation of PCR Reactions and Running of Reactions in Thermocycler
Homeobox PCR
Casting an Agrose Gel
Loading, Running and Staining the Agrose Gel
Results
Discussion
Figures and Tables
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"When it comes to unlocking the mysteries of organismal development, it all comes down to genes. However when genes are to be analyzed, a little is often not enough. This is where polymerase chain reaction (PCR) comes into play. PCR is a powerful and fast method, for which the ultimate desired outcome is the amplification and quantification of DNA "from a minimal initiating amount in vitro.
In order for PCR to occur, template DNA is first denatured. Annealing primers, or often degenerative primers which use every possible codons for unknown DNA sequences."
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The Portuguese Language (O Portugues), 2008.
A linguistic description of the Portuguese language, which ranks in sixth in the overall number of speakers of any language.
2,730 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 81.95
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This paper explains that Portuguese is an Indo-European language, which originated from the Vulgar Latin about two thousand years ago. The author points out that, as Christians conquered the peninsula, a lot of the grammar and words used in Spain and France greatly influenced the modern Portuguese language although the morphology and syntax were only slightly changed. The paper reports that Portuguese is a pluricentric language, which varies from its geographic locations but remains one language. The author describes its phonology, vowels, morphology, syntax, lexicon and pragmatics.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History
Phonology
Vowels in Portuguese
Morphology and Syntax
Lexicon
Pragmatics
Conclusion
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"Notice that there are actually three ways that one may say, "You make" in Portuguese. Vos fazeis is actually very archaic and is only used in Holy Scriptures or when praying to God. If you dare mention this, people would look at you very weird. It is similar to the use of ye in English which no one uses anymore (I hope not!). Now depending whether one is in Portugal or Brazil, the use of tu and voce varies. In the Portuguese spoken in Portugal, this dialect is considered as an honorable title. The pronoun voce is used when speaking to older people or when showing respect."
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Human Papillomavirus, 2004.
An analysis of one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases, Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
1,855 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper discusses the disease, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), a virus that causes warts. The paper explains that HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The paper describes HPV as a small oncogenic DNA virus, which infects epithelial cells of skin and mucous membranes. The paper outlines the way the disease is transmitted and the symptoms of HPV. Diagnostic procedures are examined, as well as treatment and prevention methods.
Outline
Introduction
Morphology
How Does HPV Reproduce?
How is it Transmitted?
Symptoms of HPV
How is HPV Diagnosed?
How is HPV Infections Detected?
How is HPV Treated?
How can HPV be Prevented?
Conclusion
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"All cells in the abnormal tissues (such as warts) caused by HPV contain the DNA of HPV. DNA is a chain of many connected genes. Genes are tiny structures that contain coded instructions for how proteins should be constructed and how certain bodily characteristics should develop. Genes are contained in structures called chromosomes. The genes of most viruses will not become activated until an infected type of cell (known as a keratinocyte) leaves the bottom section of the epidermis. The epidermis is the top layer of the skin that does not contain blood vessels. The reproduction of keratinocytes in the bottom section of the epidermis is what is thought to lead to the development of abnormal tissue areas. Production of HPV occurs in the epithelium, where the cells are discarded off into the environment. More specifically, when the discarded cells degenerate, the virus is released. Epithelium is a group of cells that occur in one or more layers, which cover the entire surface of the body and line most of the hollow structures in it."
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Endangered Language, 2004.
An analysis of the language of Ingrian.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper analyzes the language of Ingrian, one of the languages of Russia. The paper explains that only 302 people speak Ingrian and that UNESCO classifies it as a seriously endangered language. The author also discusses syntax and morphology.
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"Ingrian one of the languages of Russia is an endangered language. When a language is classified as endangered it means that the language is in danger of extinction. Languages become extinct for a variety of reasons ..."
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Microscopes, 2004.
Presents a detailed description of three different types of microscopes.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 23.95
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This paper describes, in detail, three different types of microscopes and explains why a microscope is so vital to the success of the modern criminalist. The paper examines the value of hair as trace evidence, and describes the morphology of hair in detail.
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"Microscopes are vital to the job of the criminologist. Several different types of microscopes aid them in their work. Compound microscopes are light illuminated. The image seen with this type of microscope is two-dimensional. This microscope is the most commonly used in science. John Ross explains that the parameter for a compound microscope involves the power of the microscope. The power is usually engraved on the eyepiece as a number X X or X. Power is frequently misunderstood and often overstressed in the initial..."
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Functional Specialization and Change in the City, 2003.
An examination of how specialized functional zones within the city are determined by a combination of inter-related factors.
1,633 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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The ever changing nature of urban morphology of cities throughout the world are often the result of the complex inter-relationships that have evolved in both a temporal and spatial format. This paper examines how diversification, agglomeration, specialization, concentration and urbanization all complement and contradict each other in relation to the urban mosaic. It also attempts to evaluate the role of the multitude of deterministic factors that give rise to distinctive areas of specialization within the city. In particular, reference is made to the CBD, inner cities and zones of industrial development.
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"The development of twilight zones are synonomous with the transitional zone and the inner city. Twilight zones have high levels of crime, are popular with foreign migrants and offer low-cost housing in the older parts of the city. Accessibility again is also one factor influencing their development. Many of the residents in twilight zones are working class and need to live in close proximity to their place of work. Transport costs take up a large proportion of their very low incomes and to minimize this they live close to their employment. However land values are still high and specialization in cities will be linked to bid rents."
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An Aquatic Ecosystem, 2008.
Looks at the food web of an aquatic ecosystem.
1,355 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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This paper discusses an aquatic ecosystem located in a botanical garden in which dragonfly larva eat stickleback fish, which eat daphnia. The author describes the dragonfly larva, the stickleback fish and the daphnia and points out that the actions of these three entities in this aquatic ecosystem transfer nutrients into energy as they move through the food chain. The author concludes that the presence of predators has an effect on the morphology of each of the species and any changes in their behavior affects the environment as a whole.
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"A study by Arnqvist and Johansson (1998) considers ways in which the dragonfly larva may show the effects of adaptive phenotypic plasticity, meaning that the form of the insect based on environmental considerations, one of which is the action of predator-induced defenses in prey. Predation is known to affect the phenotypic expression of a wide range of traits in a way that reduces the impact of predation. Most studies have examined traits that exhibit switched plasticity and usually do not examine the ontogenetic growth trajectories of defense structures."
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"The Merchant Of Venice" - A Fairy Tale, 2006.
An analysis of the fairy tale elements of William Shakespeare's "The Merchant Of Venice".
3,707 words (approx. 14.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 102.95
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This paper examines how although "The Merchant Of Venice" can be considered comic, Harley Granville-Barker claims that the play is a fairy tale because it has a lack of realism. The paper attempts to develop Granville-Barker's claim and extend it by using Vladimir Propp's theory in his "Morphology of the Folktale". It shows how Shakespeare portrays a very complex social condition of the community he lives in by using the fairy tale genre and how the refusal of the society to accept the other is conveyed through the character of Shylock, whose behavior varies according to the situation he is in. Sometimes he is portrayed as evil and sometimes as good.
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"In this book Propp discusses the structure of the fairy tale and defines some of features common to all known fairy tales. Propp reveals thirty one functions which pertain to a fairy tale text. Moreover, Propp claims that it is not obligatory for all the thirty one functions to be in each fairy tale, but the order of these functions remains the same in each of them:" As for grouping, it is necessary to say first of all that by no means do all fairy tales give evidence of all functions. But this in no way changes the law of sequence. The absence of certain functions does not change the order of the rest. "(22). The Merchant of Venice has some of the functions that are defined in the Morphology of The Folktale, and it is the order of those functions in the plot that leads to the conclusion that the play is a fairy tale. "
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Cassava, 2004.
An overview of the life history and economic value of this woody shrub.
3,026 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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The shrub, cassava, which is also known as manihot esculenta, is the main source of carbohydrates for millions of people worldwide. This paper examines the origin and economic value of cassava to humans. It then looks at the life history of the shrub, as well as its taxonomy and morphology.
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"Within a week, the stem cuttings begin to shoot and roots grow. The plants that grow by planting seedlings take a longer time to grow and are found to be small and weaker than the plants bred by stem cutting. Stem cuttings from the same plant are genetically constant while seedlings are found genetically varied. The shoots increase and the roots began to extend within the first few weeks of appearance or coming out. After 8 weeks of planting tuberisation or root hardening begins. (Cock, 17)"
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The North American Beaver, 2002.
Study of all the major aspects of the life of the North American Beaver and its association with freshwater ecosystems.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 13 sources, $ 80.95
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The topic of this research paper focuses on a species that is closely associated with freshwater ecosystems for a major portion of its lifecycle. This paper looks at the North American Beaver in this context. Scientific and common name(s) as well as details concerning morphology, physiology, geographic distribution, abundance, habitat preferences, characteristics, life history and predator/prey relationships are all addressed.
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The West Indian Manatee, 2002.
A study of the large aquatic mammal, the West Indian manatee.
1,250 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper examines the West Indian manatee, which is one of the world?s largest aquatic mammals. It discuss its dwindling population due to heavy hunting in the 18th century and modern coastal development. The paper describes the feeding habits of the mantee and its biology.
Table of Contents:
Taxonomic Classification
Growth & Reproduction
Structure, Morphology and Physiology
Feeding Habits
Communication
Behavior
Ecology
Range & Status
From the Paper
"The West Indian Manatee is the common name for large mammal indigenous to coastal regions in the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico (Lefebvre, O'Shea, Rathbun, and Best ?1989). Manatees are on average around 3.5 meters long at their full adult size (Lefebvre). Their average weight is an estimated 1869 kg, though they can grow up to 4 meters, and weigh as much as 5607 kg (Lefebvre). Looking at Table 1 (below), their taxonomy is laid out from Kingdom Animalia, to their species name manatus. Manatees typically can be expected to live about 60 years (Lefebvre). Manatees are aquatic mammals, who only eat plants (Guerra 2001)."
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Nature and Process of Magnetic Pole Reversals, 2002.
An overview of the theory which predicts a reversal of the Earth's geomagnetic polarity.
6,075 words (approx. 24.3 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 143.95
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The paper shows that according to recent research, the earth?s magnetic field has shown signs that it is ready to shift. If this occurs, the magnetic north will point south and the magnetic south will point north and have disasterous effects on Earth. The paper discusses how scientists measure the magnetic field by tracking its history from a gigantic crack in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean that oozes lava. As the lava solidifies into rock, it records the Earth's magnetic polarity at various times. According to these records, the Earth is overdue for another reversal. The paper shows that prior to a magnetic field reversal, the magnetic field typically grows weaker and weaker until it almost disappears. As a result, the poles flip and strong magnetism starts up again. The paper explains how magnetism levels in ancient pottery indicate that over the past 4,000 years, the magnetic field has weakened by about half. In this century alone, it has decreased by five percent. The paper explores theories put forth by scientists that the Earth?s magnetic field could disappear in the next few hundred or thousand years.
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Abstract
Introduction
Origin of the Earth?s Magnetic Field
Paleomagnetism
Field Reversals
Theories of Magnetic Pole Reversals
Earth?s Magnetic Field
The Main Field
Secondary Field
Remanent Magnetization
Electromagnetic Dynamo Effect
Magnetization of Rocks
Curie Point
Processes of Magnetization in Rocks
Magnetic Anomalies
Paleomagnetic Data
Morphology of Reversals
Field Direction and Field Intensity
Field Reversals
What Drives Reversals?
Core-Mantle Boundary Processes
Bibliography
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"Over the past three-and-a-half million years, the Earth?s magnetic poles have shifted approximately nine times. This estimate has been found through sampling of the magnetic records formed by rocks in the ocean beds and in ancient lava formations.
Scientists do not know how or why the magnetic poles reverse for sure, nor do they know exactly what effect this will have on life, as we know it. Many believe that the magnetic poles of the Earth reverse an average of every 200,000 years, but the time between reversals has varied widely. The Sun reverses its magnetic poles fairly routinely: essentially every 11 years."
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