Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
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The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
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Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
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1. Advanced Portfolio
Task 1: Choose 1 music videoTHE NEIGHBOURHOOD-LET IT GO
State Title/Artist/Genre/Style
Use the followingboxesdetailingLacey’sRepertoire of Elements, to analyse the text:
Genre elements Conventions
Characters –
representations,
stereotypes, behaviour,
body language, specific
actors/stars
Stereotypical 1950s American house wife- cleaning and baking
Man dressed in suit- stereotypical business man with wife
serving him
Narrative events–how
isthe narrative ordered
and structured?
The video tells the story of a housewife
It's structured with shots changing between her real life of
cooking cleaning and appearing like the 'perfect' wife, cooking
cleaning and smiling to the darker deeper feelings she has
where she is crying and angrily breaking things.
Iconography – props,
symboliccodes
Characters eating drinking and smoking money- symbolic as it
shows greed and how wealthy and care free they are
Her glasses- she takes them off and holds them towards
camera trying to make audience and her husband see life
from her point of view
Setting- mise enscene Mise en scene is mostly the woman in the kitchen
Technical and audio
codes– camera use,
editing, lighting,
diegetic/non diegetic
sound, sfx
High key lightening for the shots showing the woman trying to
be a good housewife
Low key lightening showing how she really feels inside
Close up shots if her eyes- showing her anger and upset which
juxtaposes with the Close up shot of a forced smile
2. Advanced Portfolio
The music video I have chosen to analyse is 'Let it go' by the alternative/indie rock
band The Neighbourhood. It is a narrative/conceptual style video, shot in black and
white which is part of the bands style. The band do not feature at all in the video
instead tells the story and shows the life of a woman who is frustrated and upset with
her life as a housewife yet has to 'let it go' and carrying on living her life the way it is.
From the Mise en scene throughout the video we get the idea that it is set in 1950s
America. The clothing of the characters and the setting around them are all from
around this era. The representation of the characters within the video are very
stereotypical of this time. The female is represented as a 1950s housewife. She is
dressed in a polka dot blouse, with a frilly apron wearing a pearl necklace and bright
red lipstick. From the beginning there are shots of the female character in the kitchen
doing household chores, cooking and cleaning and appears to constantly forcing a
smile . However the male character is shown as a stereotypical business man. He is
dressed in a suit and is shown to be served and loved by his wife.
The iconography used within the music video has symbolic meaning which ties in
with the narrative. In one particular scene of two couples sat having dinner together,
from the point of view of the main character, they are shown to be hastily eating and
drinking and smoking money indicating the are greedy and very money orientated.
There is also symbolic meaning in the women's glasses. She takes them off and
puts them in front of the camera in an attempt for the audience and her husband to
maybe see the life from her point of view. This makes it clear that she dislikes her
role as the perfect housewife.
There is a clear juxtaposition between the way the main character presents herself to
the way she really feels inside and this is shown through the technical aspects of the
video. There is a close up of the women smiling which is how she appears on the
outside however this contrasts with the close up shot of her eyes where she is crying
and looks upset which we know are her real feelings that she hides behind her smile.
The lightening in the video also helps convey the two sides of the main character.
There is dark low key lightening showing her crying and angry throwing things and
screaming, this helps shows us her dark side as when she is portraying herself as
the 'perfect housewife' the lighting is more high key making a more positive effect.