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Papers On Biology
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Bird Beak Morphology and Precipitation
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An 8 page discussion of the relationship that exists between beak morphology of four specific species of finches in the Galapagos Islands and precipitation. The author links ancient climatological trends with finch evolution and ties existing patterns in biodiversity with contemporary climatological trends. Includes a graph illustrating this association. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPfinchB.rtf
Birds / The Mallard
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A comprehensive 4 page report on the mallard, a bird from the Anatidae family of the order Anseriformes. Dynamics, geography, breeding, eating, and so forth ,-- are among the many aspects discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Mallard.wps
Bladder Cancer Cell
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A 7 page research paper that examines specific functions and characteristics of these cell. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: khblccel.rtf
Body temperature regulation
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A five page paper which looks at the way in which warm-blooded creatures, especially human beings, utilise complex physiological mechanisms in order to maintain their body temperature within a comparatively narrow optimum range. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JLbodytemp.rtf
Book Annotations/Reviews
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A 14 page paper which annotates/reviews 5 different books. The books reviewed are “The Disciplined Mind- Beyond Facts and Standardized Tests” by Howard Gardner, “The New Brain” by Richard Restak, “The Scientist in the Crib” by Gopnik, Meltzoff and Kuhl, “The Learning Brain- Lessons for Education” by Sarah-Jayne Blakemore and Uta Frith and “The Creating Brain” by Nancy. C. Andreasen. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAmndbrn.rtf
Book Review on Gould's Panda's Thumb
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This 5 page paper reviews this intriguing collection of essays by the controversial scientist Stephen Jay Gould. Evolution is discussed. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA147pna.rtf
Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, Anthrax, and Brucellosis
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A 10 page overview of three potentially fatal diseases. Includes their effects on cattle and man as well as discussions on possible treatment methodologies and preventions. Outlines research efforts to develop vaccines and gives an overview of the different types of legislation which has evolved in response to the threat of these and other diseases. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Cowmad.wps
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