Dr Seuss (Theodor Seuss Geisel), author of 'The Cat in the Hat' and 'Green Eggs and Ham', is most famous in what literary genre?

Green Eggs and Ham - Dr. Seuss - Google Books Green Eggs and Ham 4136 Reviews https://books.google.com/books/about/Green_Eggs_and_Ham.html?id=VTolm6HG2EgC “Do you like green eggs and ham?” asks Sam-I-am in this Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss. In a house or with a mouse? In a boat or with a goat? On a train or in a tree? Sam keeps asking persistently. With unmistakable characters and signature rhymes, Dr. Seuss's beloved favorite has cemented its place as a children's classic. In this most famous of cumulative tales, the list of places to enjoy green eggs and ham, and friends to enjoy them with, gets longer and longer. Follow Sam-I-am as he insists that this unusual treat is indeed a delectable snack to be savored everywhere and in every way. Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning. From inside the book What people are saying -  Write a review User ratings All Book Search results » About the author (1960) THEODOR SEUSS GEISEL--aka Dr. Seuss--is one of the most beloved children's book authors of all time. From The Cat in the Hat to Oh, the Places You'll Go!, his iconic characters, stories, and art style have been a lasting influence on generations of children and adults. The books he wrote and illustrated under the name Dr. Seuss (and others that he wrote but did not illustrate, including some under the pseudonyms Theo. LeSieg and Rosetta Stone) have been translated into thirty languages. Hundreds of millions of copies have found their way into homes and hearts around the world. Dr. Seuss's long list of awards includes Caldecott Honors for McElligot's Pool, If I Ran the Zoo, and Bartholomew and the Oobleck, the Pulitzer Prize, and eight honorary doctorates. Works based on his original stories have won three Oscars, three Emmys, three Grammys, and a Peabody.


The name of which famous island borough, also a cocktail and Woody Allen film, derives from Lenape Native American Indian, land owners until Dutch settler acquisition, 1626?

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The popular informal term for a circus is The Big?

Circus - definition of circus by The Free Dictionary Circus - definition of circus by The Free Dictionary http://www.thefreedictionary.com/circus n. 1. a. A public entertainment consisting typically of a variety of performances by acrobats, clowns, and often trained animals. b. A traveling company that performs such entertainments. c. A circular arena, surrounded by tiers of seats and often covered by a tent, in which such shows are performed. 2. A roofless oval enclosure surrounded by tiers of seats that was used in antiquity for public spectacles. 3. Chiefly British An open circular place where several streets intersect. 4. Informal Something suggestive of a circus, as in frenetic activity or noisy disorder: "I was amazed at the amount of hubbub in the lobby ... it was a circus. The check-in area brought to mind a mustering station on a foundering cruise ship" (Bill Bryson). [Middle English, round arena, from Latin, circus, circle; see circle .] cir′cus·y adj. 1. a travelling company of entertainers such as acrobats, clowns, trapeze artistes, and trained animals 2. a public performance given by such a company 3. an oval or circular arena, usually tented and surrounded by tiers of seats, in which such a performance is held 4. (General Sporting Terms) a travelling group of professional sportsmen: a cricket circus. 5. (Historical Terms) (in ancient Rome) a. an open-air stadium, usually oval or oblong, for chariot races or public games b. the games themselves a. an open place, usually circular, in a town, where several streets converge b. (capital when part of a name): Piccadilly Circus. 7. informal noisy or rowdy behaviour 8. informal a person or group of people whose behaviour is wild, disorganized, or (esp unintentionally) comic [C16: from Latin, from Greek kirkos ring] cir•cus n., pl. -cus•es. 1. a. a large public show or entertainment featuring performing animals, clowns, feats of skill and daring, pageantry, etc. b. the physical equipment, personnel, etc., of such a show. c. the place where such a show is held, usu. a circular arena surrounded by tiers of seats, often in a tent. 2. (in ancient Rome) a. a large, usu. U-shaped or oval roofless enclosure with tiers of seats on three or all sides, for chariot races, public games, etc. b. a game or spectacle presented in such an arena. 3. Brit. an open circle or plaza where several streets converge. 4. a display of rowdy sport or wild activity. [1350–1400; < Latin: circular region of the sky, oval space for games, akin to (or <) Greek kírkos ring] cir′cus•y, adj. circus - Latin for "ring," its first use was for the arena of Roman antiquity, an oval or circular area enclosed by tiers of seats and usually covered by a tent. See also related terms for seats . circus 1. A hippodrome for horse and chariot racing. 2. A circular arrangement of terraced houses, as in Bath, England. ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend: Noun 1. circus - a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals; "he ran away from home to join the circus" troupe , company - organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical); "the traveling company all stayed at the same hotel" 2. circus - a performance given by a traveling company of acrobats, clowns, and trained animals; "the children always love to go to the circus" three-ring circus - a circus with simultaneous performances in three rings show - the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining; "a remarkable show of skill" 3. circus - a frenetic disorganized (and often comic) disturbance suggestive of a large public entertainment; "it was so funny it was a circus"; "the whole occasion had a carnival atmosphere" disturbance - the act of disturbing something or someone; setting something in motion 4. sports stadium , stadium , arena , bowl - a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments capital of Italy , Eternal City , Italian capital , Rome , Roma - capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire antiq


What is the diameter of the world in kilometres?

What is the Diameter of Earth? - Universe Today   Universe Today What is the Diameter of Earth? Article Updated: 6 Oct , 2016 by Matt Williams For those people who have had the privilege of jet-setting or traveling the globe, its pretty obvious that the world is a pretty big place. When you consider how long it took for human beings to settle every corner of it (~85,000 years, give or take a decade) and how long it took us to explored and map it all out, terms like “small world” cease to have any meaning. But to complicate matters a little, the diameter of Earth – i.e. how big it is from one end to the other – varies depending on where you are measuring from. Since the Earth is not a perfect sphere, it has a different diameter when measured around the equator than it does when measured from the poles. So what is the Earth’s diameter, measured one way and then the other? Oblate Spheroid: Thanks to improvements made in the field of astronomy by the 17th and 18th centuries  – as well as geodesy, a branch of mathematics dealing with the measurement of the Earth – scientists have learned that the Earth is not a perfect sphere. In truth, it is what is known as an “oblate spheroid”, which is a sphere that experiences flattening at the poles. Data from the Earth2014 global relief model, with distances in distance from the geocentre denoted by color. Credit: Geodesy2000 According to the 2004 Working Group of the International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service (IERS), Earth experiences a flattening of 0.0033528 at the poles. This flattening is due to Earth’s rotational velocity – a rapid 1,674.4 km/h (1,040.4 mph) – which causes the planet to bulge at the equator. Equatorial vs Polar Diameter: Because of this, the diameter of the Earth at the equator is about 43 kilometers (27 mi) larger than the pole-to-pole diameter. As a result, the latest measurements indicate that the Earth has an equatorial diameter of 12,756 km (7926 mi), and a polar diameter of 12713.6 km (7899.86 mi). In short, objects located along the equator are about 21 km further away from the center of the Earth (geocenter) than objects located at the poles. Naturally, there are some deviations in the local topography where objects located away from the equator are closer or father away from the center of the Earth than others in the same region. The most notable exceptions are the Mariana Trench – the deepest place on Earth, at 10,911 m (35,797 ft) below local sea level – and Mt. Everest, which is 8,848 meters (29,029 ft) above local sea level. However, these two geological features represent a very minor variation when compared to Earth’s overall shape – 0.17% and 0.14% respectively. Meanwhile, the highest point on Earth is Mt. Chiborazo . The peak of this mountain reaches an attitude of 6,263.47 meters (20,549.54 ft) above sea level. But because it is located just 1° and 28 minutes south of the equator (at the highest point of the planet’s bulge), it receives a natural boost of about 21 km. Mean Diameter: Because of the discrepancy between Earth’s polar and equatorial diameter, astronomers and scientists often employ averages. This is what is known as its “mean diameter”, which in Earth’s case is the sum of its polar and equatorial diameters, which is then divided in half. From this, we get a mean diameter of 12,742 km (7917.5 mi). The difference in Earth’s diameter has often been important when it comes to planning space launches, the orbits of satellites, and when circumnavigating the globe. Given that it takes less time to pass over the Arctic or Antarctica than it does to swing around the equator, sometimes this is the preferred path. We have written many interesting articles about the Earth and mountains here at Universe Today. Here’s Planet Earth , The Rotation of the Earth , What is the Highest Point on Earth? , and Mountains: How Are They Formed? Here’s how the diameter of the Earth was first measured , thousands of years ago. And here’s NASA’s Earth Observatory . We did an episode of Astronomy Cast just on the Earth. Give it a listen, Episode


From Latin meaning 'small room' what are the 'building blocks of life' and smallest units able to replicate independently?

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Ptolemy (AD100-170), Roman/Egyptian, was a famous?

Ancient Egypt: Greek and Roman rule - Ancient Man and His First Civilizations Ancient Man and His First Civilizations Egypt-9   The Ptolemy Greek's So now, Egypt is ruled by Greek kings, Alexander the Great has taken Egypt from the Persians, and made it a part of the Greek Empire. The arrival of the Greeks brought an unprecedented amount of change in Egypt, as they overlaid the existing society with that of their own. The Ptolemaic dynasty of the Greeks, would successfully rule Egypt by mingling Hellenic traditions with the legacy of the Pharaohs. The Greek kings, followed in the ancient Egyptian tradition of having themselves deified as gods, having temples built, and having statues made in their honor. Many of the statues, relief's, and funerary objects which are today, in museums around the world, are from this period. There were many Greek kings, notable among them were.. Ptolemy I (Soter I) 323-285 B.C. Upon the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C, the throne of Egypt fell to Ptolemy I. He was a veteran soldier and trusted commander who had served Alexander. He started the Ptolemaic Dynasty, which lasted about 300 years. He ran Egypt like a business, strictly for profit.   From: New York University - unofficial on-line content The Importance of Periods of Foreign Domination to the Study of Egypt Overall If one wishes to understand how the Egyptians conceived of themselves (or, as many would put it, how the Egyptians constructed their identity), one of the most productive ways of doing so would be to examine the interactions between Egyptians and foreigners - the Egyptians’ view of things when their land was under foreign control. For one thing, there are several examples of foreign rulers attempting to present themselves as part of the ancient pharaonic tradition. During times of foreign rule the Egyptians frequently adopted certain means to maintain and emphasize the distinctness of their cultural heritage. Both attempts, those of foreigners to acquire an Egyptian identity as well as those of the Egyptians to maintain it, offer some telling insights into what being Egyptian was. Although we cannot be certain, it is likely that in these efforts of both parties, we are shown behavior which probably closely paralleled events in other, less documented eras of Egyptian history, such as the Hyksos Period. Some General Characteristics of Greek Rule in Egypt The Ptolemies were quite unlike other foreigners who had ruled Egypt in several respects. Most importantly, they ruled within Egypt. One of the best phrases for understanding the nature of their government’s relationship with the country on which they imposed their rule is that “the Ptolemies used Egypt.” (By contrast, it is fair to say that “the Romans abused Egypt.”) The Greeks could use Egypt because they came upon a well developed country in respect to its economic, intellectual, and political life. These factors were in force to an extent which was unparalleled anywhere else within the Hellenistic world where the Greeks had placed themselves to rule over indigenous populations. In the case of Egypt, the Ptolemies found themselves in control of a highly sophisticated ancient civilization and administration, not a group of cloddish barbarians. The Egyptians had as high a level of culture as the Greeks, but it was quite different from theirs. The fact that the Egyptians stuck to their ways annoyed and puzzled the Greeks and gave the Egyptians the reputation as being stubborn, ornery, and, for lack of a better word, reversed. On the latter point, we should listen to Herodotos describing his impression of Egypt as he visited it (Book 2, 35): “Just as the climate that the Egyptians have is entirely their own and different from anyone else’s, and their river has a nature quite different from other rivers, so, in fact, the most of what they have made their habits and their customs are the exact opposite of other folks’. Among them the women run the market and shops, while the men, indoors, weave; and, in this weaving, while other people push the woof upwards, the Eg


The central financial City of London is known as the (What?) Mile?

London's Finance Industry Driving in London London's Finance Industry London has been the financial hub of the United Kingdom and a major trade and business centre since the Middle Ages. Today the city competes with New York City for the status of the world's major financial centre. Other emerging financial centres of the world such as Hong Kong and Shanghai gain ground, but cannot hope to displace London as the world's premier financial city in the near future. English trust laws and strong libel laws attract foreign business. Along with this, the city enjoys a strong advantage thanks to a well-entrenched commercial culture. Businesses may leverage the city's strong networking base and financiers. Business Districts Much of London's finance industry is located at the "Square Mile" or the "City," the long standing business hub of London. The other major financial district is the Canary Wharf area, about four kilometres east of the City. Both these financial districts experience growth but restrictive planning policies within the City make Canary Wharf the first choice for most new firms. It is estimated that the financial services sector employs about 315,200 people within the City. Major Activities Apart from traditional banking activities and insurance, London also thrives as a centre for foreign exchange and bond trading. The city teems with many trading facilities and trading hubs in foreign exchange, futures, global insurance and bonds.  The foreign exchange market has a daily global turnover of about 2.5 trillion GBP. London accounts for about 0.73 trillion or 36.5 percent of the pie. The Bank for International Settlements estimates that London generates 0.88 trillion or 46 percent of daily global revenue in the interest-rate derivative market. Major Institutions London has always been the seat of many multinational financial organisations. Some of the major financial institutions currently having their headquarters in London are: Bank of England The Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Established in 1694, this is the second oldest central bank in the world and the model on which central banks of other countries base themselves on. The bank was initially privately owned but nationalised in 1946. The bank sets UK's monetary policy, issues bank notes in England and Wales and regulates the issue of bank notes by commercial banks in Scotland and Northern Ireland. London Stock Exchange Established in 1801, the London Stock Exchange today enjoys a market capitalization of almost US$4 trillion. This makes it the largest stock exchange in Europe and the fourth largest in the world. The Alternative Investment Market, a subset of the London Stock Exchange, is a stock exchange for small firms. This exchange is relatively less regulated and has no requirements for capitalisation or number of shares issued, providing flexibility to small firms. Established in 1995, this exchange has raised about £24 billion for over 2,200 companies. London Bullion Market The London bullion market run by the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) under the overview of the Bank of England is the world's largest market for the wholesale trading in gold and silver. It finds patronage from almost all major international banks, bullion dealers and refiners all over the world. The average daily turnover is about 18.3 million ounces of gold and 107.6 million ounces of silver. Lloyd's of London Lloyds Banking Group is a financial conglomerate traditionally known for its insurance services but also offer retail banking, pensions, insurances and other private services. It has revenues of about £43.5 billion. HSBC The London headquarters of HSBC controls its sprawling network of 7500 strong offices spread across 87 countries. The bank offers personal financial services, commercial banking and private banking on a global scale. The present entity was established in 1991 but its roots trace to the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation established in 1865. Barclays Barclays ranks in the list of top ten financial institution of the world. It offe


The Gaelic-originating surname prefix Mac or Mc meant originally?

prefixes - Etymology for “Mc‑” and “O’‑” prefix in surnames - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange Etymology for “Mc‑” and “O’‑” prefix in surnames 6 There is clearly a prefix in names like McDonald, McChrystal, O’Brian, O’Neal. What does this Mc- and O- prefix signify? It looks like Donald, Chrystal, Brian, Neal are perfectly fine names on their own, so why is there a prefix before it?      You forgot to mention another prefix for names, that is "Fitz" as in Fitzgerald. It also means "son of" and it clearly shows noble French Norman ancestry. –  Paola Sep 14 '12 at 19:54 1   @Paola: "fitz" can be derived from Norman French, true, but that does not mean someone with a surname in Fitz- necessarily has Norman, French, or noble ancestry. –  Marthaª Nov 1 '12 at 13:21      @Marthaª Fitz was used for bastard-names, so FitzRoy was a natural son of the king . There are also various sorts of FitzWhatevers, like FitzWilliam or FitzCharles or FitzClarence — all originally “illegitimate” children, but sometimes not forever staying that way. –  tchrist♦ Dec 7 '14 at 23:56 The standard way to form a name using a simple patronymic byname for men is:     <single given name> mac <father's given name (in genitive case & sometimes lenited)> which means     <given name> son <of father's given name> For example, Donnchadh who is the son of Fearchar mac Domhnaill would be:     Donnchadh mac Fearchair The standard way to form a name using an Irish clan affiliation byname for men is:     <single given name> Ó <eponymous clan ancestor's name (in genitive case)> which means   <given name> male descendant <of eponymous clan ancestor> For example, Donnchadh who is the son of Fearchar Ó Conchobhair would be:     Donnchadh Ó Conchobhair which means     Donnchadh male descendant of Conchobhar Two common misconceptions are (1) that Mac means "son of" — it actually means just "son", and the "of" comes from putting the father's name into the possessive case; and (2) that Mc is Irish while Mac is Scottish (or vice versa) — actually, Mc and Mac are two ways to write the same thing, and both occur in names from both countries. (What is true is that O' is almost exclusively Irish; despite the romantic notions we have of Scottish clans, they didn't use their clan affiliation in their names.) Edit: as for why the prefix is used even though the prefix-less names look perfectly fine on their own, this is basically Gaelic grammar and thus out of scope for this site. Suffice it to say, some languages are fine with unmarked patronymics — names that identify the bearer's father using the unmodified given name — but Gaelic is not one of them. up vote -1 down vote I found the following quote which could be helpful. It is from David Booth's (1766-1846) book: An Analytical Dictionary of the English Language. "Words in ITE very generally denote one of a tribe or nation, and as such may be taken substantively, and have the plural. The Old Testament is full of such denominations, such as the Hittites, the Midianites, &c. Like the ides of Homer, they bore the name of their ancestor. The Israelites were the children of Israel, as the Danaides were of Danaus ; in the same manner as the MAC (son) of the Irish, refers to the father of the tribe, to whose name the syllable is prefixed. Such PATRONYMICS (father-names), as they are called, exist among all nations." Page xcvii (or pdf page 113) Source: https://archive.org/details/analyticaldictio00bootuoft


Body language is also known as (What?), derived from Greek, meaning motion?

Body Language - guide to reading body language signals in       management, training, courtship, flirting and other communications and       relationships tree swing cartoons (new versions) body language how to read body language signs and gestures - non-verbal             communications - male and female, for work, social, dating, and mating             relationships Body Language is a significant aspect of modern communications and               relationships. Body Language is therefore very relevant to management and               leadership, and to all aspects of work and business where communications can be               seen and physically observed among people. Body language is also very relevant to relationships outside of               work, for example in dating and mating, and in families and parenting. Communication includes listening. In terms of observable body               language, non-verbal (non-spoken) signals are being exchanged whether these               signals are accompanied by spoken words or not. Body language goes both ways: Your own body language reveals your feelings and meanings to                 others. Other people's body language reveals their feelings and meanings                 to you. The sending and receiving of body language signals happens on               conscious and unconscious levels. Body language, and more technically the study of body language, is also known as kinesics (pronounced               'kineesicks'), which is derived from the Greek word kinesis, meaning motion. See also the free Body Language Quiz , which can be used to test/reinforce the learning offered in this article. (N.B. US and UK-English spellings,                 e.g., 'ize' and 'ise' are used in this page to allow for different searching                 preferences. Please feel free to change these according to your local                 requirements when using these materials.)   body language - basics and             introduction Body language is a powerful concept which successful people tend to               understand well. So can you. The study and theory of body language has become popular in recent               years because psychologists have been able to understand what we 'say' through               our bodily gestures and facial expressions, so as to translate our body               language, revealing its underlying feelings and attitudes. Body Language is also referred to as 'non-verbal communications',               and less commonly 'non-vocal communications'. The term 'non-verbal communications' tends to be used in a wider               sense, and all these terms are somewhat vague. For the purposes of this article, the terms 'body language' and               'non-verbal communications' are broadly interchangeable. This guide also takes               the view that body language/non-verbal communications is the study of how               people communicate face-to-face aside from the spoken words themselves, and in               this respect the treatment of the subject here is broader than typical body               language guides limited merely to body positions and gestures. If you carry out any serious analysis or discussion you should               clarify the terminology in your own way to suit your purposes. For example: Does body language include facial expression and eye movement? -               Usually, yes. What about breathing and perspiration? - This depends on your               definition of body language. And while tone and pitch of voice are part of verbal signals, are               these part of body language too? - Not n


Body language is also generally called, and categorized within, what well-established term?

Glossary of Linguistic Terms a-m Ambiguity This means 'more than one possible meaning'. The rules of grammar exist to allow a structure of words to be created that has a single meaning, i.e. to be unambiguous. Here is an ungrammatical sentence that was an actual warning notice at the bottom of an escalator: 'Dogs must be carried on the escalator'. What does this mean? Are you allowed to ride on the escalator without a dog in your arms? Archaic (archaism) If a word is described as archaic, it suggests its use is now old-fashioned. Many words in poems are still used that seem archaic, and many formal words may seem to be so, especially in a religious or legal register . Such words may not be really archaic - it may simply be that you are unaware of these particular registers. Take great care when writing about language in A2 change not to label a word archaic simply because you haven't heard of it - better to say 'formal'. Audience Audience means the kind of reader or listener the text was intended for. As this is unlikely to be you, sadly you do need to attempt the near impossible and 'become' the intended reader. Always consider a text in this way or you will run the risk of 'misreading' it. Also, avoid being overly specific or informal when describing an audienceï¿½s likely characteristics: 'this writing is suitable for clever so and soï¿½s of about 23 and over' sounds rather less impressive than, 'the style of this text seems geared towards an educated and sophisticated adult audience'. For module 1 in your exam, audience is one way to categorise similar texts. Auxiliary verb English verbs are limited  as to what they can indicate alone, i.e. through their own morphology.  Morphological inflexions can be used, for example, to show that an event occurred in the past (e.g. cooked) and  in the present (e.g. cook); they can also show third person agreement (e.g. she cooks) and continuous action (e.g. cooking). More often, the main verb needs to be linked with a secondary verb form  which accompanies it to create a verb phrase . These  secondary verbs are called auxiliaries. Auxiliary verbs are used, for example, to give a sense of time to the main verb (e.g. 'He will be working soon.') or to create a question, 'Have you won?', 'Do you believe it?', 'Could it be true?'. Common auxiliary verbs are forms of to be (is/am/was/are/were/will), to have (has/had/have) and to do (does/did). Some auxiliary verbs  are used to indicate that an action is not real but simply an idea or possibility. These are called modal auxiliaries , e.g. may, might, would, could, should. Clause (clausal) A clause is a key grammatical structure and this means that clauses  are things that you need to have, at the very least, a basic grasp of.  Thought of at its simplest, a clause can be considered as a short  'sentence' - one that occurs either on its own (e.g. "I ate the jelly")  or together with other clauses to make a longer sentence (e.g. "because  I was hungry"). A clause, then, is a group of words that is either a whole   sentence or is a part of a sentence. Clauses are built up from individual words or from small clusters of   words called phrases . Most clauses are built around a main verb which tells,   often, of an action, thought or state, e.g. "I ate the jelly because I was hungry". A  clause can be what is called independent. This mean it is acting  as a simple sentence ,  as in the example, "I ate the jelly". Independent clauses can also exist  as a part of a larger sentence when they are called not an "independent  clause" but a main clause. Another  common type of clause exists just to help out the meaning of a main  clause. This second kind of clause is, therefore, dependent on  its main clause for its meaning. An example would be the dependent clause, "because I was hungry"; you'll see here  that there is an extra word at the start of the clause: "because". It is  this extra word that stops the clause being able to be independent or to  be a main clause; the word "because" forces the cl


Within body language the physical space/closeness between people is significant and called?

Cultural Anthropology/Communication and Language - Wikibooks, open books for an open world Cultural Anthropology/Communication and Language 8 References Nonverbal Primate Communication[ edit ] Nonverbal communication is the process of communication through sending and receiving wordless messages. It can be communicated through gestures and touch, by body language or posture, by facial expression and eye contact. Like humans, most (if not all) other primates engage in nonverbal communication to relay messages, emotions, warnings, and ideas to each other. Primates, by nature, are a very social species and tend to live together in communities. By interacting with the same species so often, it is no wonder that primates have developed a more complex way of communicating than most other animals. For example, a study of rhesus monkeys showed that a community had a distinct hierarchy among them and it was clear which monkeys outranked others. The question that was posed was how could such a detailed living environment be created if these monkeys did not have a complex communication system? People have compared primates and their communication abilities to humans as more studies continue, which have tended to bring up controversial ideas, such as a common ancestry. [1] The fact that primates and humans share some of the same nonverbal communications, such as holding hands and kissing, supports the idea that they share common ancestry. [2] Call Systems[ edit ] Non-human primates like these have between fifteen and forty different calls in their call system depending on the species. A call system is a type of limited vocal communication system. Animals such as monkeys and apes use call systems. According to anthropologist Terrence Deacon , humans still posses six call systems, including: Laughing Sighing Crying with pain These six calls appear to have co-evolved alongside symbolic language, which may be why humans integrate calls and symbolic language into their speech. While human beings still possess six calls, non-human primates have a system ranging from 15-40 calls, depending on the species. Non-human primates use these call systems when they are in the presence of food or danger when they desire company, or when the animal desires to mark its location or to signal pain, sexual interest, or the need for maternal care. The call system of non-human primates is “closed” because it affords the ability to discuss neither absent or nonexistent objects nor the past or future events, which is called displacement . Closed call systems also have the absence of any link between sound and meaning in language, which is called arbitrariness. These six calls, paired with gestures and changes in rhythm, volume, and tonality (something which linguists call speech prosody) appear to have co-evolved with the development of symbolic language. This may be the reason they amalgamate so well. This being said Deacon pointed out that these call systems are controlled by different parts of the ape brain. [3] Nonverbal Communication[ edit ] Two sign language interpreters working as a team for a school. Nonverbal Communication is defined as the act of communicating with another via body language or other symbolism to convey meanings,or “nonverbal communication involves those nonverbal stimuli in a communication setting that are generated by both the source [speaker] and his or her use of the environment and that have potential message value for the source or receiver [listener]. Basically, it is sending and receiving messages in a variety of ways without the use of verbal codes (words). It is both intentional and unintentional. Not only does it use body language, but also eye contact, gestures, posture, and facial expressions. Another somewhat obvious form of nonverbal communication is that which is written. Handwriting styles and emoticons can be included in this category, exemplifying different forms of human personal expression. Emoticons, which are used often in emails and text messaging, serve to more clearly express a point or add context to what


Who wrote 'The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals' in 1872, considered the start of body language science?

The Universal Expression of Emotion The Universal Expression of Emotion Search the site The Universal Expression of Emotion Are Our Emotional Expressions Universal? By Kendra Cherry Updated May 03, 2016 Emotions play an important role in our daily lives. Each and every day we spend a tremendous amount of time witnessing the emotions of others, interpreting what these signals might mean, determining how to respond and dealing with our own complex emotional experiences. Emotions in Psychology and Research Emotions are also an important topic in psychology and researchers have devoted a great deal of energy toward understanding the purpose of emotions and theories about how and why emotions occur. Researchers have also learned a great deal about the actual expression of emotion. We express our emotions in a number of different ways including both verbal communication and  nonverbal communication . Body language such as a slouched posture or crossed arms can be used to send different emotional signals. One of the most important ways that we express emotion, however, is through facial expressions . Are Emotional Expressions Universal? You have probably heard that body language signals and gestures sometimes have different meanings in different cultures, but does the same idea apply to facial expressions as well? Do people in other countries and cultures express emotions in the same way? In his 1872 book The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals, famed naturalist Charles Darwin argued that human expressions of emotion were both innate and universal across cultures. Researcher and emotion expert Paul Eckman has found that, for the most part, the facial expressions used to convey basic emotions tend to be the same across cultures. While he has found that the human face is capable of creating an astonishing variety of expressions (more than 7,000!), there are six key basic emotions: Happiness Disgust Fear Researchers have shown photographs of people expressing these emotions to individuals from different cultures, and people from all over the world have been able to identify the basic emotions behind these expressions. Eckman believes that not only are these basic emotions probably innate, they are most likely hard-wired in the brain. Cultural Variations In Emotional Expression However, there are important cultural differences in how we express emotions. Display rules are the differences in how we manage our facial expressions according to social and cultural expectations. In one classic experiment, researchers watched Japanese and American participants as they viewed grisly images and videos of things such as amputations and surgeries. People from both backgrounds showed similar facial expressions, grimacing and conveying disgust at the gory images. When a scientist was present in the room as the participants viewed these scenes, however, the Japanese participants masked their feelings and kept neutral facial expressions. Why would the presence of the scientist change how these viewers responded? In Japanese culture, it is considered offensive to reveal negative emotions in the presence of an authority figure. By masking their expressions, the Japanese viewers were adhering to the display rules of their culture. The ability to express and interpret emotions plays an essential part of our daily lives. While many expressions of emotion are innate, and likely hard-wired in the brain, there are many other factors that influence how we reveal our inner feelings. Social pressures, cultural influences, and past experience can all help shape the expression of emotion. Find Out More


Physiognomy, related historically to body language, interprets human characteristics from a person's?

Physiognomy or Face reading body language physiognomy and how to read different faces. Love Meter FACE READING OR PHYSIOGNOMY Interpretation of character and fate from the study of a person's face is called 'Physiognomy' or 'Face reading'. It is obvious that when we meet an unknown person, we try to understand his feelings by looking at his face. So the origin of Physiognomy traces back to the date of origin of human beings. Indications of a person's progress in yogic path are described with respect to Physiognomy in Hindu text 'Svetasvatara Upanishad', composed earlier than 500 B.C. According to Hindus, Samudra (deity of oceans) have first given 'Anga Samudrika' (Body language). King Prahlada has contributed a lot to this subject. Chinese texts dating back 300 B.C., mention Physiognomy. Socrates(470-399 B.C.) was a great physiognomist. The first book on Physiognomy 'Displaying the Secrets of Nature Relating to Physiognomy' was written by Aristotle(384-322 B.C.). As it was mentioned by Marco Polo, the Arabs also practised physiognomy. Physician and philosopher Avicenna(980-1037 A.D.) has written about Physiognomy in his book 'De animalibus'. Michael Scot(1175-1232 A.D.), court astrologer to Emperor FrederickII, also composed a book 'De hominis phisiognomun', which was printed in 1477 and became best seller for years together. Italian doctor d'Abano(1250-1316) also wrote many books on both Astrology and Physiognomy. During sixteenth century many authors have written books on this subject. Gerolamo Cardano, born in Italy in 1501, wrote many books on Medicine, Mathematics, Astronomy, Physics, Astrology, Dream Analysis, and Physiognomy. Cardano believed that a person's character and fate are symbolized by the shape, lines, and markings of his or her forehead. He wrote a total of 13 books on the subject of forehead reading. In 1586, Porta published 'De humana physiognoma' in which he compares the likenesses of human beings to certain animals. He says if some one resembles a particular animal, he will also have the same tendencies and temperament of that animal. Kaspar Lavater(1741-1801) was regarded as the founder of the modern Physiognomy for his tremendous work in this subject. Later on Cesare Lombroso has made this subject more popular. The face as a whole By observing the face of a person as a whole, we can get a keen idea of how  his life would be in general, starting from childhood till his old age. 1. Parents region: The position where the hair starts at the top of forehead represents parents  and the person's relationship with them. If this area is smooth and shining,  the person's parents are fortunate in matters of health and career and the  person's childhood is filled with happiness. If this area is indented or with dull skin color then the person's parents face troubles during his childhood. 2. Career and Success region: We have this area below the Parents region and above the eyebrows. If this  position is good, gently rounded and bright, it represents good career  prospects and early settlement in the career. If this area is indented or  hollow and dark in color, it shows the person's intelligence will not help him in his career and misfortune from his 21st to 25th years. 3. Life region: This area lies between the eyebrows. If it is firm, bright, gently rounded, then it symbolizes a successful career after 27th year of age. It represents a friendly person with positive attitude towards life. If the space between  eyebrows is wide and eyebrows are thick the person earn good money and his  longevity is also good. If the eyebrows are closer and there is a hair line  connecting the two eyebrows, it is a sign of negative mind who is obstinate  and unforgiving. If this Life region is dull or any colors found there, it  represents unhappiness in career and poor health. 4. Middle age region: This region starts at center of the eyes and covers till the end of the nose  tip. Any cross lines, patches and black spots in this region represent  ill health and problems with the spouse in the middle age. 5. Love


Related to body language, Kinaesthetics (or Kinesthetics) is the study of?


Related to body language, the communications/psychology concept NLP is called fully?

Guide to Social Activity/Body Language - Wikibooks, open books for an open world Guide to Social Activity/Body Language From Wikibooks, open books for an open world Contribute to this book! Start or edit a chapter, then add yourself to the list of Authors . Contents 8 See Also Interpersonal Body Language[ edit ] Women on average are better at body language than men; it could even be said to be an innate knowledge. Thus, understanding body language is of great importance if you want to approach attractive women. It's up to men to decipher the implied meanings of their actions, but sadly, most men are generally lacking in this area. The consequence would be this: a man feeling that everything is going perfectly -- until the woman suddenly leaves him. When you meet a woman who interests you, one of the first things you should do is to observe the way she carries herself; the way she moves, stands, makes conversation with others, dilated pupils, shiny eyes, so on and so forth. Your own body language[ edit ] List of things to consider: Eye contact Avoiding movement during a sitting interaction Hands Feet tend to point out their direction, so it's important that this language be conciliatory. Look forward and at one direction. Do not wiggle or jerk around. Maintain symmetry. If one side of the body does not match the other, that suggests that you only have half interest in the other person, that you are distracted with something else and not saying why. One suggestion is to look natural, which means to not think about this list. If you stay in one place, then you can let the other person or persons find a comfortable distance from you. Continue to stay in one place while talking with the other person. If leaving the person, leave discretely, before the other person becomes completely disinterested with you. Good posture potentially improves your confidence and the impression you make. Sit and stand straight, keep your shoulders back and your chest up. If you avoid reacting to your own humorous remarks, the other persons might react more. Do not change the angle of your body. That is, if the other person approached you first, and your body does not face the body of the other person, then do not reorient yourself. If you must reorient yourself, leave and return. It is best to show other persons that you are stable and consistent. Body language of other person[ edit ] The meaning of some of the body language in this list has not yet been documented here. licking lips maintaining eye contact looking at you "from below" (persons might be trying to exaggerate the height difference between you) playing with hair touching your upper arm In a social setting, try comparing the other person's body language with a third person with its interactions with you. The "personal space" test consists of moving a little bit closer to another person at a social setting so that you are standing close and reducing the size of the space around another person. A person less interested in you will attempt to move away. People instinctively raise their eyebrows when they meet interesting people. Use this to attempt to measure the interest that other people have with you. Interested or excited people will also have shiny eyes. The eyes have a tiny gland on the bottom of the eyelid secreting liquids such as tears and lubrication. When a person is interested or excited, the glands tend to secrete liquid thus giving the eyes the shiny appearance. Maintaining eye contact shows a person's confidence level. Closed versus Open[ edit ] Some persons form a barrier: arms crossed, legs crossed, or holding an object in front of themselves. Their body is closed. It is better to seek persons who have arms apart, legs uncrossed, and are facing in your direction; their body is open. As an exception, if two persons like themselves well, then they might close their bodies while standing or sitting opposite each other. These persons are acting open; their bodies are only closed because they are closed to themselves. Leaning Forward versus Away[ edit ] When sitting at a tabl


Author of the 1971 book 'Body Language', which helped popularize the subject, was Julius?

Body language julius fast by Felipe Saez - issuu issuu Issuu on Google+ Every move you make tells a secret... This important book adds a new dimension to human understanding. Julius Fast teaches you how to penetrate the personal secrets of strangers, friends and lovers by interpreting their body movements, and how to make use of your powers. Why do you move the way you do? Does your body betray your thoughts? Can you enjoy love-making to its fullest? Are you a 'closed' or 'open' family? What are homosexual signals? What body language does a girl use to say 'I'm available. I can be had'? A game that can be surprising, frightening, adventurous or revealing â€” but never dull. 'Provocative ... perhaps the most eloquent body language of all is the silent language of love.' DAILY EXPRESS Body Language Body Language Pan Books London and Sydney First published in Great Britain 1971 by Souvenir Press Ltd This edition published 1971 by Pan Books Ltd, Cavaye Place, London SW10 9PG 13th printing 1982 ÂŠ Julius Fast 1978 ISBN 0 330 02826 6 Printed and bound in Great Britain by Richard Clay (The Chaucer Press) Ltd, Bungay, Suffolk This book is sold subject to the condition that it shall not, by way of trade or otherwise, be lent, re-sold, hired out, or otherwise circulated without the publisher's prior consent in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published and without a similar condition including this condition being imposed on the subsequent purchaser ebooksdownloadace.blogspot.in Contents 1. The Body is the Message II A science called kinesics. A new signal from the unconscious. How to tell the girls apart. To touch or not to touch. A touch of loneliness. 2. Of Animals and Territory 19 The symbolic battle. Can we inherit language ?' The territorial imperative.' How much space does a man need? 3. How We Handle Space 29 A space to call your own. A science called Proxemics. Social and public space. How different cultures handle space. The Western world's way with space. 4. When Space is Invaded 45 Defending body zones. Advice for status seekers. How to be a leader. The space we hold inviolate. Of space and personality. Sex and non-persons. Ceremonies and seating. 5. The Masks Men Wear 64 The smile that hides the soul. Take off the mask. The mask that won't come off. When is a person not a person. The masochist and the sadist. How to drop the mask. 6. The Wonderful World of Touch 78 Come hold my hand. The crippling masks. You are what you feel. How to break out of a shell. The silent cocktail party. Playing games for health's sake. 7. The Silent Language of Love Stance, glance and advance. Is she available? Is the face worth saving? Pick-ups, AC and DC. Choose your posture. Semi-sexual encounters. 93 8. Positions, Points and Postures 114 A cry for help. What does your posture say? Different places, different postures. The movement and the message. Postures and presentations. Jockeying for position. Three clues to family behaviour. 9. Winking, Blinking and Nods 137 The stare that dehumanizes. A time for looking. The awkward eyes. Bedroom eyes. Other cultures, other looks. A long look at oneself. How long is a glance? 10. An Alphabet for Movement 152 Is there a language of legs? The ABC of body language. Labelling the kines. Culture and kinesics. Follow the leader. 11. Body Language: Use and Abuse 168 Let's talk to the animals. Symbols in a world without sound. Mental healing through body language. Faking body language. Putting it all together. Selected References 188 Acknowledgements The author would like to express his appreciation to the following for their help in preparing this book: Dr Arnold Buchheimer, Psychologist and Professor of Education at the City University of New York; Dr Albert E. Scheflen, Professor of Psychiatry at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine; Michael Wolff, Doctoral candidate in Social Psychology, City University of New York; Jean Linden, Research Associate, Interscience Information, Inc. The photographs which appear between pages 96 and 97 are by courtesy of the fo


When a person touches his/her nose with finger(s) while talking, this generally indicates?

Nonverbal Communication Next Chapter Chapter 4 Nonverbal Communication When we think about communication, we most often focus on how we exchange information using words. While verbal communication is important, humans relied on nonverbal communication for thousands of years before we developed the capability to communicate with words. Nonverbal communication A process of generating meaning using behavior other than words. is a process of generating meaning using behavior other than words. Rather than thinking of nonverbal communication as the opposite of or as separate from verbal communication, it’s more accurate to view them as operating side by side—as part of the same system. Yet, as part of the same system, they still have important differences, including how the brain processes them. For instance, nonverbal communication is typically governed by the right side of the brain and verbal, the left.Peter A. Andersen, Nonverbal Communication: Forms and Functions (Mountain View, CA: Mayfield, 1999), 2–8. This hemispheric distinction has been clearly evidenced, as people who suffer trauma to the right side of their brain lose the ability to recognize facial expressions but can still process verbal communication. Conversely, people whose left hemisphere of the brain is damaged lose the ability to speak, read, and understand language. Interestingly, a person with damage to the left hemisphere of the brain who loses the ability to speak can often still sing since the creation, but not the reading, of music is governed by the right brain. The content and composition of verbal and nonverbal communication also differs. In terms of content, nonverbal communication tends to do the work of communicating emotions more than verbal. In terms of composition, although there are rules of grammar that structure our verbal communication, no such official guides govern our use of nonverbal signals. Likewise, there aren’t dictionaries and thesauruses of nonverbal communication like there are with verbal symbols. Finally, whereas we humans are unique in our capacity to abstract and transcend space and time using verbal symbols, we are not the only creatures that engage in nonverbal communication.Owen Hargie, Skilled Interpersonal Interaction: Research, Theory, and Practice, 5th ed. (London: Routledge, 2011), 49. These are just some of the characteristics that differentiate verbal communication from nonverbal, and in the remainder of this chapter we will discuss in more detail the principles, functions, and types of nonverbal communication and conclude with some guidance on how to improve our nonverbal communication competence. 4.1 Principles and Functions of Nonverbal Communication Learning Objectives Compare and contrast verbal communication and nonverbal communication. Discuss the principles of nonverbal communication. Provide examples of the functions of nonverbal communication. As you’ll recall from our introductory chapter, a channel is the sensory route on which a message travels. Oral communication only relies on one channel, because spoken language is transmitted through sound and picked up by our ears. Nonverbal communication, on the other hand, can be taken in by all five of our senses. Since most of our communication relies on visual and auditory channels, those will be the focus of this chapter. But we can also receive messages and generate meaning through touch, taste, and smell. Touch is an especially powerful form of nonverbal communication that we will discuss in this chapter, but we will not get into taste and smell, which have not received as much scholarly attention in relation to nonverbal communication as the other senses. To further define nonverbal communication, we need to distinguish between vocal and verbal aspects of communication. Verbal and nonverbal communication include both vocal and nonvocal elements, and Table 4.1 "Vocal and Nonvocal Elements of Communication" shows the relationship among vocal, nonvocal, verbal, and nonverbal aspects of communication. A vocal element of verbal communication is spoken words—f


According to research, the perception and interpretation of body language is generally strongest in?

The Psychology of Color - Psychology of Emotions - Psychologist World The Psychology of Color Posted in Psychology of Emotions Color and Mood Does color affect your mood? Psychologists have said "Absolutely!" to that question for a very long time. The psychological effects of color have such an underpinning in research that the findings of chromology, the psychology of color, are used in designing everything from hotel rooms to cereal packages. In one case that made headlines recently, the psychology of color provoked a storm of controversy. At the of Iowa , the visiting team's locker rooms are painted a soft, feminine pink. The lockers themselves are a dusty rose, the showers have pink shower curtains, and even the urinals are of pink porcelain. The color scheme is a long-standing and well-known tradition that sparked fires of controversy recently when a female professor took exception to the implied insult to women. According to history, though, the choice of "innocence pink" had nothing to do with femininity. The color was chosen by former Iowa football coach, Hayden Fry, who had read that pink has a calming effect on people. And according to Fry, it works - if not necessarily as intended. In his autobiography, A High Porch Picnic [1] , he writes, "When I talk to an opposing coach before a game and he mentions the pink walls, I know I've got him. I can't recall a coach who has stirred up a fuss about the color and then beat us." Pink isn't the only color that has clear psychological associations. Over the years, researchers have worked to identify exactly what emotions and physical effects are triggered by various colors. Despite the amount of research done in the field and the widespread acceptance of many of its basic theories, chromology is often viewed as an immature discipline, and chromatherapy is seen as alternative medicine. Critics point out that color perception is affected by cultural conditioning, and that color is not perceived alone but in combination with other effects in the environment. Despite all this, there are some generally recognized associations between color and emotion. The chart below gives those associations and ways in which that color is used. Red Red increases the pulse and heart rate, and raises your blood pressure. It increases the appetite by increasing your metabolism, which is why red is such a popular color in restaurants. It is active, aggressive and outspoken. One bank found that their lines moved faster when they increased the use of red in the bank lobby, and in a study of several hundred college students, a researcher found that they responded more quickly to cues under red light than under green light.


When a person moves his/her eyes right, this generally indicates what sort of thinking/communication?

Signs of Success & Good Fortune on your Head & Face Wealth Signs of Success & Good Fortune on your Head & Face The Chinese have always believed that the head and face impart the true essence of a person’s character, and that the general directions of a person’s destiny is revealed by the bone structure and features of the head and face. Success luck is analyzed according to the physical and structural balance, symmetry of features and apparent firmness and quality of yang chi. The head and face should be the very essence of yang energy. Here, yang energy must be robust and strong, then only does it indicate a life of success and prosperity. On the head, we should look for yang bone structures whose presence reveals a life of great success, and on the face, we must look for indications of wealth. When you possess these signs, your heaven luck is good. Have them all and life brims over with great good fortune. Desired Features For men: a full round head which is neither unbalanced nor has indents and is marked by black moles or black spots indicates a long life of wealth, with nobility of name and the respect of the community. Heads that are perfectly rounded are especially desired, as this kind of head is lucky and auspicious. A man with this kind of head is described as honourable and upright. There is a popular saying among the Chinese: A square face favours men, while an oval face  favours women.      When a head is square, the forehead should be high. The forehead should look neither too oily nor excessively dry. This indicates a man has the makings of a “king” or a head of state. In modern times, successful tycoons, CEOs and any kind of leader can be defined as a “king”. If you consciously look at pictures of international business and political leaders, you will note that the most successful, most admired and most prominent are those who have at least two out of three of these features -  a round or square head that is well balanced, a high forehead and a clear bright complexion. When the forehead is slightly protruding, this indicates a sign of high office, and it should also be fleshy. When the forehead looks parched or stretched, with bones showing through thin skin, it is a sign of loneliness, and even poverty. Some suggest this is an indication of a bad ending when all wealth and assets, and all of one’s family’s is lost. At its worst, it indicates premature death. Thus thin skin is bad, while thicker skin covering the forehead is a sign of longevity. When bones seem to be prominently protruding, it suggests an early life of hardship and suffering, and when the head is sharp or pointed, high office is impossible to achieve. For both genders, a big head with small shoulders suggests a life devoid of family. There is little descendants luck and marriage destiny is stale. When there is a small neck as well, it suggests premature death. For women: a perfectly round head is a sign that she will be blessed with filial children who look after her in her old age. She enjoys a life of leisure with few worries. Usually, women with round heads and good complexions where the face also has flesh bring good luck to their husbands. Pointed heads bring bad luck and when the jaw is wide and protruding, such a woman brings unhappiness, tragedy and even death to their spouses. Prominent Yang Bones On The Head The head of both men and women should be strong, robust and have an appearance of great vigour. The head and face is where the YANG energy of the body is concentrated. Here, the skull and bones are referred to as the principal source of yang chi. To be auspicious, one’s head bones need to be strong, slightly prominent and exude an air of authority. There are six major yang bones on the head, which, to be deemed auspicious, should be seen and felt easily. They should also be prominent. Each of these six yang features brings success, authority and power. (1) There should be a very slight protrusion at the very top of the head. If you can feel this very slight bump at the very top of your head, you are described as a natural le


In the human body which gland secretes the hormone insulin?

What is Insulin? - Important hormone allows your body to use sugar (glucose) What is Insulin? Written by Amy Hess-Fischl MS, RD, LDN, BC-ADM, CDE Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that allows your body to use sugar (glucose) from carbohydrates in the food that you eat for energy or to store glucose for future use. Insulin helps keeps your blood sugar level from getting too high ( hyperglycemia ) or too low (hypoglycemia). The cells in your body need sugar for energy. However, sugar cannot go into most of your cells directly. After you eat food and your blood sugar level rises, cells in your pancreas (known as beta cells) are signaled to release insulin into your bloodstream. Insulin then attaches to and signals cells to absorb sugar from the bloodstream. Insulin is often described as a “key,” which unlocks the cell to allow sugar to enter the cell and be used for energy. After you eat, cells in your pancreas are signaled to release insulin into the bloodstream. If you have more sugar in your body than it needs, insulin helps store the sugar in your liver and releases it when your blood sugar level is low or if you need more sugar, such as in between meals or during physical activity. Therefore, insulin helps balance out blood sugar levels and keeps them in a normal range. As blood sugar levels rise, the pancreas secretes more insulin. If your body does not produce enough insulin or your cells are resistant to the effects of insulin, you may develop hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), which can cause long-term complications if the blood sugar levels stay elevated for long periods of time. Insulin Treatment for Diabetes People with type 1 diabetes cannot make insulin because the beta cells in their pancreas are damaged or destroyed. Therefore, these people will need insulin injections to allow their body to process glucose and avoid complications from hyperglycemia. People with type 2 diabetes do not respond well or are resistant to insulin. They may need insulin shots to help them better process sugar and to prevent long-term complications from this disease. Persons with type 2 diabetes may first be treated with oral medications, along with diet and exercise. Since type 2 diabetes is a progressive condition, the longer someone has it, the more likely they will require insulin to maintain blood sugar levels. Various types of insulin are used to treat diabetes and include: Rapid-acting insulin: It starts working approximately 15 minutes after injection and peaks at approximately 1 hour but continues to work for two to four hours. This is usually taken before a meal and in addition to a long-acting insulin. Short-acting insulin: It starts working approximately 30 minutes after injection and peaks at approximately 2 to 3 hours but will continue to work for three to six hours. It is usually given before a meal and in addition to a long-acting insulin. Intermediate-acting insulin: It starts working approximately 2 to 4 hours after injection and peaks approximately 4 to 12 hours later and continues to work for 12-18 hours. It is usually taken twice a day and in addition to a rapid- or short-acting insulin.  Long-acting insulin: It starts working after several hours after injection and works for approximately 24 hours. If necessary, it is often used in combination with rapid- or short-acting insulin. Insulin can be given by a syringe, injection pen, or an insulin pump that delivers a continuous flow of insulin. Your doctor will work with you to figure out which type of insulin is best for you depending on whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, your blood sugar levels,and your lifestyle.


The state of Nebraska was sold to the USA in 1803 by which country?

The 50 States:Nebraska- TeachersFirst Show    Bird and Flower Geography and Landforms: Nebraska is bordered by South Dakota on the north and by Colorado and Kansas on the south. On the east, Nebraska is bordered by Iowa and Missouri, and on the west, by Colorado and Wyoming. Major Nebraska rivers include the Missouri, the Niobrara, and the Platte. Nebraska is located in the center of the continental United States, and is a land of plains, including the Dissected Till Plains, which cover the eastern fifth of the state, and the Great Plains which lie to the west of the state. The Dissected Till Plains consist of rolling hills and streams and rivers. This area is predominantly farm country. The Great Plains can be rough and hilly, but the southeastern section which includes lakes and wetlands, is also farm land. North of the Platte River in central Nebraska lies the largest area of sand dunes in North America, and is referred to as the Sand Hills. Finally, the northwestern portion of the state includes the High Plains, which rises to over a mile above sea level near the Wyoming border. The far northwestern corner of Nebraska includes a small area of Badlands where wind and water have shaped the sandstone and clay into strange natural formations. Toadstool Park, part of the Ogallala National Grasslands, is part of this area. History: In 1541, Spanish explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado led an expedition across the US Southwest and claimed the entire territory for Spain, although no Spanish settlements were ever established in Nebraska. In 1682, French explorer Rene Robert Cavalier, Sieur de La Salle traveled the Mississippi River, and claimed all the land drained by the Mississippi and its tributaries for France. This area, which he named "Louisiana" in honor of King Louis XIV, included what is now Nebraska. In 1714, French explorer Etienne Veniard de Bourgmont traveled the Mississippi River and explored the mouth of the Platte River in Nebraska. At this point, both Spain and France had "claimed" the region of Nebraska, and in 1720, a group of 45 Spanish soldiers, led by Pedro de Villasur, marched into Nebraska hoping to drive out the French. However, the Pawnee Indians attacked and killed most of the expedition in a battle near the Platte River. In 1739, two more French explorers, Pierre and Paul Mallet, traveled from Illinois to Santa Fe, New Mexico, named the Platte River and explored nearly the entire length of what is now Nebraska, solidifying the French claim to the area. The end of the Seven Years' War in Europe and in the American colonies meant that France had to give up its claims to land east of the Mississippi River to England, and its claims to lands west of the Mississippi to Spain, but French fur traders continued to live and trade in Nebraska. By 1800, French ruler Napoleon Bonaparte forced Spain to return the entire area of the Louisiana Territory to France, but then sold the area to the United States in 1803. Western Nebraska was acquired by treaty following the Mexican War in 1848. Lewis and Clark explored eastern Nebraska in the years between 1804 and 1806 as part of their travels throughout the entire Louisiana Purchase. In 1812 and 1813, Robert Stuart established the Oregon Trail, including the portion across Nebraska. In 1823, a fur trader named Manuel Lisa began the first permanent white settlement at Bellevue for use as a trading post. The Platte Valley served as a natural highway for pioneers moving west along the Oregon Trail, the California Trail, and the Mormon Trail. Nebraska settlers made money supplying the wagon trains that passed through the area. Steam boat traffic along the Missouri River brought business up into the area, particularly to river ports like Omaha and Brownville. Nebraska became a US territory after the passage of the Kansas-Nebraska Act in 1854. At that time, the territory extended from latitude 40'''?N to the Canadian border, but was reduced to its present-day size by the creation of the territories of Dakota and Colorado. Congress passed legislation allowing stateho


Seaweed.ie :: Carrageenans Site contact Carrageenans Carrageenan is a general name for polysaccharides extracted from certain kinds of algae which are built up, in contrast to agar, from D-galactopyranose units only. History Dawson Turner, writing in his 4-volume work, British Fuci, in 1819 commented on Chondrus crispus (as Fucus crispus): that it will "...melt on boiling and afterwards harden into a gelatine, which I do not despair of seeing hereafter employed to useful purposes, though I have hitherto failed in my efforts to render it of service". The use of such an extract from Chondrus crispus was in fact first described in Ireland around 1810, when it was recommended as a cure for respiratory ailments. The name “carrageen" for this species seems ot have been introduced around 1829 (Mitchell & Guiry 1983 ), and probably came from Carrigan Head in Co. Donegal in north-western Ireland. “Carrigan or Carrageen” is a common name throughout Ireland, not surprisingly since it means “Little Rock”. The use of Irish or Carrageen Moss spread from Ireland to New England, USA, probably via the Irish migrants fleeing the potato famines of the 18th and 19th centuries. A small processing industry developed there that expanded enormously during World War II, mainly to replace agar, the supply of which from Japan adn elsewhere had been cut off by the war. After the war, carrageenan gradually became a major force in the food-additives business, and is now the leading seaweed-extract on the world’s markets. Whats it for? Carrageenans are ideal food additives: they have a range of gelling and emulsifying properties ranging from a soft slime to a brittle gel that one could nearly walk upon. And you would be literally walking on water, as the percentage carrageenan would be as low as 4%. They also have a high reactivity with a range of materials including, most importantly, milk proteins, being widely used at low concentrations in dairy products to prevent fractionation of milk constituents.  In fact, a major application is found in chocolate milk, a very popular daily drink in the USA, and now spreading elsewhere. Carrageenans are also very good at keeping chocolate in suspension. So pervasive are seaweed polysaccharides now that it is highly likely that you have eaten carrageenan or some other seaweed product in more than one product over the last 24 hours. Just don’t tell your friends! The main commercial sources of carrageenan used to be the subtidal Irish Moss beds in the cold-water Maritime Provinces of Canada where up to 65,000 wet tonnes of moss were gathered annually in the 1970s. The bulk of the harvest is collected using long-handled rakes and specially-designed dredges from small boats and currently amounts to about 35,000 wet tonnes. The seaweed is then dried, either by spreading and air-drying or by using rotary dryers, and exported to the USA and Denmark for processing. However, various market requirements and problems with supply led to the development of an aquaculture industry for other warm-water carrageenan-producers, such as Eucheuma and Kappaphycus. This first originated in the Philippines as a simple process of tying vegetative fragments of the plants onto monolines (strong nylon line) which are attached to stakes or rafts, allowed to grow for several weeks and the product is then harvested by hand and dried. Red algae are generally totipotent, so that quite small fragments will grow into entirely new plants. This was an ideal industry for coastal communities, and the cultivation techniques rapidly spread to south-eastern Asia and around the Indian Ocean rim.  Now the industry uses a variety of sources of red algae for the production of different types of carrageenan with hand-collected plants from Chile, eucheumoid plants from the Philippines and the Indian Ocean, and Carrageen Moss from Canada. Quite a mixed bag of red seaweed types is necessary to produce the blended products now demanded by the industry and the consumer in their ever increasing search for new processed and convenience foods. Processing now takes


Which English cathedral has 'The Clock with no Face'?

FAQ's for Visitors | Salisbury Cathedral Salisbury Cathedral is open every day of the year.  See our opening hours .   We ask all visitors to make a donation .    Can a guide show me around the Cathedral? Our trained volunteer guides are here to show visitors around and any individual visitors may join in the regular tours which run between 9.30am – 4.00pm (Monday-Saturday) and 12.00noon-3.00pm (Sundays). We also offer specialist tours on specific subjects, eg history, heritage, architecture, music, flowers.  Some foreign languages are also offered.  Groups are advised to book guided tours in advance.      The Cathedral has a responsibility for providing access for people with disabilities.  Read our accessibility statement .   What else can I do in Salisbury? Salisbury is the quintessential medieval English city. The Cathedral is less than a 10 minute walk from the Guildhall and Market Square.  The city offers excellent shops, cafes and pubs.  There’s a regular charter market (Tuesdays/Saturdays), Farmers’ market (Wednesdays) and a Christmas market. St Thomas Church  is a fascinating late 14th and 15th century church of with a superb Doom painting. There are 4 further attractions within the Cathedral Close - Mompesson House, Salisbury Museum, The Rifles (Berkshire & Wiltshire) Military Museum and Arundells. To the north of the city is the English Heritage site  Old Sarum , the location of the original Salisbury Cathedral and castle.   Whether you are looking for cosy bed and breakfast accomodation or a luxurious hotel suite, Visit Wiltshire can help you find the perfect place to stay.   Salisbury is easily accessible in central southern England by car, coach, bus, bike or rail .    Can I get something to eat at the Cathedral? Our glass roofed Refectory Restaurant , open every day except for Christmas Day, with views of the spire soaring high offers a wide variety of freshly cooked meals, snacks, cakes and pastries and hot and cold drinks throughout the day from 9.30am – 5.30pm (until 5.00pm on Sundays).   There’s a well-stocked shop  at the Cathedral, adjacent to the Refectory, selling souvenirs, books and music.   Information and bookings can be made through the Salisbury Information Centre , Fish Row, Salisbury, SP1 1EJ. Tel: +44 (0) 1722 342860. Email:  visitorinfo@salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk   or   Visit Wiltshire  .   Can I visit your Library? Salisbury Cathedral Library is a historic library with many very ancient books.  Usually tours for members of the public take place once a month followed by a cream tea in the Cathedral refectory - see the events section of the website for details of dates and times.  Enquries for permission to consult specific books and documents in the library and archive collections should be directed to the Cathedral Archivist, email e.naish@salcath.co.uk - a reference may be required.   Do you have the oldest clock in the world? We believe we have the oldest working medieval clock in the world. It was made by 1386 and was originally installed in the detached Bell Tower. It is made from hand-wrought iron. As is usual for this period there is no face, the clock being designed only to mark time and strike hours. It has no face, being designed to strike the hours.  It was originally located in a separate Bell Tower (demolished 1792) on the north side of the Cathedral.   Tell me about the art installations at Salisbury Cathedral  Salisbury Cathedral seeks to offer a sense of the spiritual and the opportunity for spiritual transformation and prayerfulness. Living as we do in a culture that is more dependent upon the impact of the visual, it is difficult for us to witness something we have not seen – the transcendent.  Art in collaboration with the wonderful architecture of the building and liturgy can open people to the opportunity of encountering the spiritual, whether that is an increased sense of something beyond them or God. Our arts policy seeks to assist the Cathedral in increasing our spiritual impact and enhancing the experience of the Cathedral for visitors and worshipers whilst chall


Who was the first woman to walk in space?

First Woman to Walk in Space: The Biography of Svetlana Savitskaya slide 3 of 7 Childhood Svetlana Savitskaya was born in Moscow on 8 August, 1948. From a young age she was influenced by her father, who was the Deputy Commander of the Soviet Air Defences. Young Sveta was always fond of reading and sports, such as figure skating and running. At the age of 16, she applied to become a pilot, but she was rejected because of her age. The following year she managed to start parachute training and nearly completed a record 450 parachute jumps in the same year. With the assistance of her father, she started pilot training at the age of 18. slide 4 of 7 Cosmonaut Career The pilot training session allowed her to become a test pilot for the Yakovlev design bureau in 1976. Her ability enabled her to become part of a female team, and she become a cosmonaut (Russian term for astronaut) in 1980. On 19 August, 1982 with the launch of Soyuz-T7, Savitskaya had become the second woman in space, preceded only by Valentina Tereshklova. After nearly 2 years, on 25 July, 1984, she created history once again by stepping into space – becoming the first woman to achieve that goal. Svetlana have been in space for almost 4 hours, along with her fellow cosmonaut Vladimir Dzhanibekov. Svetlana conducted many experiments on the Salyut 7 space station and proved that women are capable of accepting adventurous challenges. slide 5 of 7 Post-Flight Career Svetlana remained an active cosmonaut and was appointed as Deputy to the Chief Designer of the Energia project in 1987. In 1993 she retired from the Russian Air Force, reaching the maximum allowed age at the rank of Major. Later, Savitskaya became a Member of thte Soviet Parliament. She is currently serving her 4th term as a Communist Party representative in Russian Parliament (the Duma). slide 6 of 7 Awards and Honors Svetlana Savitskaya was twice presented with the Hero of the Soviet Union award. She also won the gold medal at the 6th FAI World Aerobatic Championships in 1970, and she holds 18 international world records on theMiG aircraft. Her record of 2683 km/hr in a MiG-21 is still unbroken in the female category. The asteroids 4118 Sveta and 4003 Savitskaya are named after her. slide 7 of 7


In which European town is the Menin Gate Memorial to missing British and Commonwealth soldiers?

Menin Gate - Ypres, Belgium - History and Visitor Information Site information Menin Gate HISTORY Menin Gate (Menenpoort) is an impressive gateway in Ypres, Belguim which commemorates those British and Commonwealth soldiers who went missing in action in Belgium during World War One. Ypres, now known by its Flemish name of Ieper, was a vital strategic point during the war and the site of fierce fighting, including three main battles together known as The Battle of Ypres. Hundreds of thousands of soldiers perished or went missing during this period and Menin Gate bears the names of 54,896 missing British and Commonwealth soldiers who died without graves. Menin Gate is one of the most important First World War sites in Ypres and has a daily memorial ceremony at 8pm known as the Last Post Ceremony.


The Lowell Observatory is in which US state?

Home - Lowell Observatory Submit Expanding Our Universe Lowell Observatory is an independent, non-profit research institution located in Flagstaff, Arizona - the world's first International Dark-Sky City. Our mission is to pursue the study of astronomy, especially the study of our solar system and its evolution; to conduct pure research in astronomical phenomena; and to maintain quality public education and outreach programs to bring the results of astronomical research to the general public. Sharing Our Discoveries Lowell Observatory was founded in 1894 by Percival Lowell. Since then, Lowell astronomers have discovered Pluto, collected the first evidence of the expanding Universe, and measured the motions and properties of stars, among many other achievements. Today, we continue to do research in all areas of astronomy and  share our discoveries with all. Explorations & Discoveries


Who was the president of Chile from 1974-90?

Augusto Pinochet | president of Chile | Britannica.com president of Chile Alternative Title: Augusto Pinochet Ugarte Augusto Pinochet Gabriela Mistral Augusto Pinochet, in full Augusto Pinochet Ugarte (born November 25, 1915, Valparaiso , Chile—died December 10, 2006, Santiago), leader of the military junta that overthrew the socialist government of Pres. Salvador Allende of Chile on September 11, 1973. Pinochet was head of Chile’s military government (1974–90). During his dictatorial reign tens of thousands of opponents of his regime were tortured. Augusto Pinochet, 1985. Robert Nickelsberg—Time Life Pictures/Getty Images Pinochet, a graduate of the military academy in Santiago (1936), was a career military officer who was appointed army commander in chief by President Allende 18 days before the coup, which he planned and led. Pinochet was named head of the victorious junta’s governing council, and he moved to crush Chile’s liberal opposition; in its first three years the regime arrested approximately 130,000 people, many of whom were tortured. In June 1974 Pinochet assumed sole power as president , relegating the rest of the junta to an advisory role. The Chilean military taking prisoners and saluting Gen. Augusto Pinochet, who seized power in Chile … Stock footage courtesy The WPA Film Library Pinochet was determined to exterminate leftism in Chile and to reassert free-market policies in the country’s economy. His junta was widely condemned for its harsh suppression of dissent, although its reversal of the Allende government’s socialist policies resulted in a lower rate of inflation and an economic boom between 1976 and 1979. A modest political liberalization began in 1978 after the regime announced that, in a plebiscite , 75 percent of the electorate had endorsed Pinochet’s rule. Under a new constitution promulgated in March 1981, Pinochet was to remain president for an eight-year term until 1989, when a national referendum would determine whether he served an additional eight-year term. During the 1980s, Pinochet’s free-market policies were credited with maintaining a low rate of inflation and an acceptable rate of economic growth despite a severe recession in 1980–83. Pinochet permitted no meaningful political opposition, but he fulfilled his constitutional obligation to hold the plebiscite scheduled, which took place earlier than mandated , in October 1988. The result was a “no” vote of 55 percent and a “yes” vote of 43 percent. Although rejected by the electorate, Pinochet remained in office until free elections installed a new president, the Christian Democrat Patricio Aylwin , on March 11, 1990. As commander of the armed forces until 1998, Pinochet frequently thwarted human rights prosecutions against members of the security forces. After stepping down, he became a senator for life, a post granted to former presidents under the 1981 constitution. Later in 1998, while visiting London , he was detained by British authorities after Spain requested his extradition in connection with the torture of Spanish citizens in Chile during his rule. The unprecedented case stirred worldwide controversy and galvanized human rights organizations in Chile. The United States and other countries were prompted to release formerly classified documents concerning Chileans who had “disappeared”—who were kidnapped and presumably killed by the Pinochet regime. The disclosures brought to light details of Operation Colombo, in which more than 100 Chilean leftists disappeared in 1975, and Operation Condor , in which several South American military governments coordinated their efforts to systematically eliminate opponents in the 1970s and ’80s. In January 2000 Pinochet was allowed to return home after a British court ruled that he was physically unfit to stand trial. Nevertheless, he continued to face investigations by Chilean authorities. Britannica Stories Augusto Pinochet Ugarte - Student Encyclopedia (Ages 11 and up) (1915-2006). From the time of his seizure of power in Chile by a military coup in 1973, the name of Gen. Augusto Pinoche


Who played the prison warden in the 1979 film Escape from Alcatraz?

Audience Reviews for Escape From Alcatraz ½ An efficient prison break movie that manages to be tense and gripping, even though there is nothing really memorable about the plot and it doesn't even make any attempt to conceal its artificial and clearly manipulative efforts to create suspense in many key scenes. Carlos Magalhães Super Reviewer Maybe for its time, it was considered a great masterpiece but with little character development and no real emotions it's hard to like this slow paced uneventful long movie! Film Crazy Super Reviewer Warden: Some men are destined never to leave Alcatraz... alive.  "No one has ever escaped from Alcatraz... And no one ever will." Escape From Alcatraz has always been a movie of great interest to me. I've seen it probably a dozen times by now and I still am engrossed by every minute of it. I first watched this movie when I was nine years old, shortly after visiting Alcatraz. The prison is an eerie place and the movie brings that out through the characterization of the inmates and especially of the warden. The film has obviously been worn down over the years, but I still hold it up as one of the best prison movies out there. Especially, prison escape movies. Frank Morris arrives at Alcatraz and is told by the warden that it is inescapable. Morris had broken out of prisons before and that's why he was sent to Alcatraz. He starts nosing around trying to find a way out, when two old prison buddies show up. They too were sent to Alcatraz for breaking out of prison. Through prison jobs  they get the necessary equipment they need to try to break out of there cells and hopefully the prison altogether. The ending isn't much of a secret, unless you know absolutely nothing about the history of Alcatraz, but it is a suspenseful film nonetheless.  Don Siegel and Clint Eastwood are again collaborating on this one, and it, to me, is their best collaboration. Eastwood is playing a prototypical Eastwood character, while a nice supporting cast brings presence to the characters around him. There's intrigue in the friendships, anger at the warden, and a hope that Frank can really make it out. The movie succeeds because it is able to make us care if a criminal is able to make it out.  The film isn't a masterpiece by any stretch, but what it is, is a cool and intriguing film about one of the most famous jailbreaks in history. Actually, THE most famous jailbreak in history. I wouldn't call it a must watch, but if you are a fan of Eastwood or at all interested in Alcatraz, it is a very worthwhile film. The pacing is just right and we all know Siegel knows how to create suspense from just about anything. There's not a lot of action in the movie, mostly plotting the escape and what not, but the suspense level couldn't be higher throughout the whole film. Melvin White Super Reviewer Alcatraz prison, aka The Rock had a reputation for being inescapable, despite the fact that many tried. This film, one of several collaborations between director Don Siegel and Clint Eastwood, is a retelling of perhaps the most famous attempt ever conducted. It's 1962, and lifer Frank Morris has had just about enough of life behind bars at Alcatraz. Along with two others, Frank begins hatching an inspired plot to be the first ones to successfully flee from the island prison. It is definitely to the credit of Siegel and others that, even with the ending being known, that this a quite an engrossing nail-biter. The film really draws you in with great atmosphere and holds you in a strong web of suspense all the way through. The editing and cinematography really shine here. The performances aren't too shabby either, with Patrick McGoohan doing great as the evil Warden, and Eastwood delivering a typically solid turn as Frank. Fred Ward is also quite nice as one of the guys trying to bust out with Frank. All in all, this is quite an enjoyable and solid thriller. Go check it out. Chris Weber