Choosing Chemicals and Laboratory Equipment

Choosing Chemicals and Laboratory EquipmentChemicals and apparatus play a very important role in almost all types of chemical experiments. One must be extremely careful while making the choice of the chemicals and apparatus.The best laboratory equipment will include some supplies needed for chemical analysis. These include safety goggles, pressure isopropyl ether (a breathing aid), needles, test tubes, water solution, and diluents. Goggles are important for conducting safety tests on laboratory workers. Good quality safety goggles to protect one's eyes and also help to protect against overexposure to ultraviolet radiation.The testing facilities in the United States include a large number of labs operated by governmental agencies and also by the medical community's public hospital system. One of the most crucial and vital aspects of the lab is the preparation of the food and medical samples needed to carry out accurate drug studies.A microscope is used for the microscopic examination of liquids, such as saliva, urine, cerebrospinal fluid, and blood. The microscope is made of a number of different materials, such as glass, plastic, or plastic/metal. Small tubes of medium are carried in the laboratory and then pushed through the aperture of the microscope. Then the sample is examined under the magnifying lens.Chemistry has become a very important part of the basic science and the study of the nature of matter. It is essential for many chemistry experiments. One can use the free-form acid analyzer, that is an instrument that has the ability to take almost any chemical substance and measure its acidity.The chemistry laboratory is a complicated and complex system, and may be an extension of the teaching institution. There are many common laboratory problems, which involve several chemicals and apparatus. You need to make a good selection of lab equipment that will help you get the best results from your chemistry experiments. It would be best if you choose the latest of laboratory equipment available in the market.Use the internet for obtaining a list of new and modern laboratories for easy access to information. One of the important aspects of chemistry is the process of recording data and controlling it in real time basis. It is very important to have the best laboratory equipment to allow you to make accurate and practical chemical and apparatus experiments. Always remember that your success depends on the quality of the laboratory equipment that you are using.

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Learn Language Online French Links of the Week 8/21/2015 Megan L. Bon weekend! To kick off your French-learning fun, here are the best and most interesting Francophile links from around the web. 3 Fun and Common French Idioms With Animals Camille Chevalier-Karfis Idioms in other languages are endlessly intriguing, and these three French expressions are no exception. What do you think les poules aurant des dents (the hens have teeth) could mean? 6 Tips on How to Read in French Like a Boss Frédéric Bibard Learning to read in a second language is hard, but these tips from Talk in French break it down into easy steps. Plus, at the end of the article there are great suggestions for fun sites where you can practice the reading skills youve just learned. Introducing the Paris French Tech Ticket for foreign entrepreneurs Stephanie Williamson When you think about Paris do you think about technology? Its probably not the first thing that comes to mind. A new French government program could change your answer The 7 Best French Dictionary Apps Chloe Faux Your smartphone can be a great language learning resource! Follow this guide to find the best French dictionary apps so you can look up words on the go. 28 French Places That Are Straight Out of a Fairy Tale Marie Telling Fire up your imagination with these beautiful photos of places in France. Or better yet, make plans to visit them all! Got a tip on a great place to learn something new about French language or culture online? Let us know in the comments below! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

Staying on Track During the Holidays

Staying on Track During the Holidays Its December and your family has finally settled into the rhythm of the school-year. Homework time is firm, and work is getting done (most nights). Your child is getting to bed at a reasonable time, and waking up without too much difficulty in the morning. Finally! But just when you and your child have hit your stride, the winter holidays come around and you start to worry that the time off from school will send you and your child back to square one. While having a break from school gives your child an opportunity to recharge and spend quality time with family, it presents a real challenge for families of kids with ADHD. Fortunately, there are things you can do to avoid backsliding completely over the holidays: Modify Your Routine. Start by creating a modified routine that is custom tailored for the holiday break. Set a bedtime and morning wake-up schedule that is realistic for this time of year, and stick to it. Avoid deviating too far from regular sleep and wake times, since this will make it much harder to get back on track when the holidays are over. As always, be as consistent as possible. Consistency helps your child regulate their sleep, appetite, attention, energy level, and mood all of which contribute to making the holiday season enjoyable for you and your child! Schedule Fun Activities. While it may seem like the winter break should simply be fun by default, too much downtime can lead to meltdowns and the post-holiday blues. On top of this, the busyness of the season tends to detract from the quality family time that your child craves this time of year. So, plan a fun, special activity each day with your child. These dont have to be elaborate activities. In fact, its often the simple things that go a long way over winter break (e.g., watching a special movie together, driving around town to see holiday lights, going out for hot chocolate, baking cookies, going out for a pancake breakfast, etc.). Take a few minutes to sit down with your child and brainstorm activities that youd like to do together. Then schedule them at specific days and times during the break. Let your child decorate the list, and then post it someplace where you can see it each day. Keep Learning. Let your child know that breaks from school dont have to mean a break from learning. Kids with ADHD who struggle in school start to feel like learning is a chore, and something is they suffer through each day until they become adults. In reality, kids love to learn, they just dont like doing routine schoolwork or sitting too much during the day. So, help your child remember that learning can be fun. When youre planning activities for your child, or looking for ways to keep him or her busy while you get things done around thing house, aim for projects that combine learning and fun. There are some terrific websites out there with countless ideas to get you started: com, Coolmath.com or PBS.org. Limit Screen Time. Too much screen time over the holidays will make it harder for your child to adjust once school starts back up again, and can lead to meltdowns and arguments. Set a clear plan for screen time, and stick to it. If your child argues or melts down when screen time is over, then dont allow screen time the next day. Remember, iPads, phones, computers, and television are all privileges, and these privileges can be taken away if your child isnt able to handle them. Take care of yourself. Its easy to get caught up in the stress of the holidays, and as a parent of a child with ADHD, you have even more to manage than most families. At some point, youll find yourself wishing the holidays were over already and your child was back in school just so you can have a break. Try to find at least a few minutes each day when you can do something for yourself, even if its simply sitting and enjoying a good cup of coffee or taking a relaxing bath after the kids go to bed. These small activities can go a long way in giving you the energy and patience you need to enjoy your child and the holiday season. ABOUT DR. MARY ROONEY Mary Rooney, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco. Dr Rooney is a researcher and clinician specializing in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD and co-occurring behavioral, anxiety, and mood disorders. A strong advocate for those with attention and behavior problems, Dr. Rooney is committed to developing and providing comprehensive, cutting edge treatments tailored to meet the unique needs of each child and adolescent. 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3 Ways To Work with an LSAT Tutor

3 Ways To Work with an LSAT Tutor LSAT Law School Blog There are many ways to have a great experience with an LSAT tutor. The key is to decide what role you want the tutor to play in your LSAT preparation. One sure-fire way to have a bad experience is to develop a certain set of expectations, not communicate those expectations to your tutor, and then become frustrated as the sessions come and go and you aren’t getting what you expected from the relationship. As you think about hiring an LSAT tutor, it can be a good idea to keep three tutor “archetypes” in mind. Obviously, your tutor might be a bit of a combination of these three archetypes, but if you read through the three descriptions below and identify better with one than the others, then you can communicate those expectations to your tutor (and choose the right tutor in the first place). Three Ways to Work with an LSAT Tutor Here are the three types of LSAT tutors that students typically seek: 1. Guide/Mentor Tutor Your tutor is with you every step of the way in your LSAT prep process. In your first meeting you craft a personal study plan with the tutor. Your tutor helps you stay on track with the study plan by assigning homework and checking in regularly. You and your tutor meet on a regular basis, at least once a week, to work on developing your skills. You modify your study plan periodically to reflect your growth as you progress through the study plan. This type of tutor works best for students who have lots of time before the LSAT and like have formal structure to their tutoring relationships. Note of caution â€" if you’re looking for this type of tutoring relationship, and the potential tutor you’re evaluating seems brilliant but really unstructured and doesn’t even talk about study planning when describing his or her approach, then this particular tutor probably isn’t the one for you. Another note of caution â€" you still “own” your LSAT prep. Don’t use a tutor as a crutch â€" you need to understand the core concepts tested on the LSAT on a deep level on your own, not just when the tutor explains them. 2. “On-Call” Tutor You create a study plan together. Then your tutor is available to answer specific questions for an hour every week or so. You do most of your studying on your own and design your own homework plans. You tutor serves more as a specialist, who you turn to in those few areas that are tougher for you, or to help you understand the really difficult problems. This tutor is ideal for the student who has already done a decent amount of self-study and is looking for specific guidance to break into the higher tier scores. 3. “Crash Course” Tutor Your tutor dives in and helps you on specific areas where you are weakest. There is no real formal study plan. Meetings with your tutor run more on a triage system, focuses on areas where you are missing “easy” points. This type of tutor is ideal when you have little time to prepare for the test and need to bolster your basic skills in one area quickly. This type of tutor may also work well for students who are solid in most areas of the LSAT, but are weak in one section, for example, a student that needs focused LSAT Logic Games tutoring. A note of caution on options 2 and 3 above â€" if you think an on-call or a crash course tutor makes sense for you, make sure you are realistic as you assess your progress as your test-date nears. Trying to work with a tutor at the last minute, weeks before your test, can be stressful. So, if you are going to use the “on-call” or “crash-course” approach with an LSAT tutor, plan your tutoring sessions far enough in advance. Summary LSAT tutoring can be expensive relative to self-study or LSAT classes, yet at the same time, private, customized help on the LSAT can help you achieve a score that you otherwise would not have achieved â€" if you use an LSAT tutor effectively and efficiently. Identifying which of the above three “tutor types” would work best for you can help you identify the right LSAT tutor and work with him or her in the right way. Good luck. About the Author Jayeeta Kundu is one of MyGuru’s most senior LSAT tutors. She’s been an in-person LSAT tutor in Chicago for the past several years while obtaining her law degree from the University of Chicago. Her undergraduate degree is in Physics and Economics from Reed College, and she holds a M.S. in Technology from MIT as well. She’s worked at several of the larger, well known national test prep companies, tutoring for the SAT, GRE, GMAT, and of course, the LSAT. She is also currently an cademic counselor at the University of Chicago law school. hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(215486, '6baac2ae-05a3-4610-9d1f-265c8cbd809f', {});

Fellow Parents, this Tutoring Site is Awesome!

Fellow Parents, this Tutoring Site is Awesome! In October the testimonials from parents and tutors surged. Here are four examples. Sagit, Organic Chemistry This site is awesome and I have told many fellow parents about it today actually! Tutor Sagit seems fantastic. I would love if many people contacted me, I am a great resource and even if my daughters dont need it, I have many friends who can use help for their kids too! Gabi G. of Encino, CA October 22nd, 2015 Calculus Tutor Amer of Gurnee, IL Amer met with my son for the first time today. He was finishing up with another student and his mother stated, your sons in good hands. She was absolutely correct. Amer was very patient with my son and inquired my sons needs as they moved through the session. By the end of session one, my son was much more confident about his abilities. Thank you Amer. Looking forward to his next session. Randy T. of Wadsworth, IL October 18th, 2015 Dr. Sai, Math and Java Dr. Sai is very knowledgeable, qualified and have patience to teach kids, we highly recommend. Murthy,  Irving, TX October 17th, 2015 Tutor Stewart, ADHD Stewart was great- he took the to explain everything to my son. He was very patient and knowledgeable. Mrs. Laura C.  of North Reading, MA   October 5th, 2015 Thank you Gabi, Randy, Murty and Laura for your words of appreciation. TutorZ is always happy to be of good service to you and will do its best in the future too.

Learn to Relax

Learn to Relax Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer. -William Burroughs William Seward Burroughs, Jr. is known for his scandalous novels and challenging manner of writing. After studying English at Harvard and medicine in Vienna,  Burrows  trained as a glider pilot with the American military but was discharged as unfit for service on in 1942. After that he became addicted to heroin. His first book is a confession of addict Junky.  His next novel Naked Lunch, 1959, was banned in the United States and was published in Paris by Maurice Girodias. It eventually came out in Britain in 1964.  His work is written in satirical, even obscene way. Learn to Relax Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer. -William Burroughs William Seward Burroughs, Jr. is known for his scandalous novels and challenging manner of writing. After studying English at Harvard and medicine in Vienna,  Burrows  trained as a glider pilot with the American military but was discharged as unfit for service on in 1942. After that he became addicted to heroin. His first book is a confession of addict Junky.  His next novel Naked Lunch, 1959, was banned in the United States and was published in Paris by Maurice Girodias. It eventually came out in Britain in 1964.  His work is written in satirical, even obscene way.

Need A Brainpower Boost Salute The Sun

Need A Brainpower Boost Salute The Sun Photo by yogicphotos via Flickr. According to a recent study, a mere 20 minutes of Hatha Yoga practice  significantly  improved participants (a group of female undergraduate students) speed and accuracy of recall on memory tests, providing them with a heightened ability to retain information and maintain focus. A common sequence of poses in Hatha Yoga is the Sun Salutation, and consists of various, flowing poses that incorporate partial inversions that direct blood flow to the brain.  This sequence is excellent to perform during those mornings when you need to get your blood flowing without having to leave your apartment or dorm. The video below will guide you through the sun salutation movements: Traditional Sun Salutation Also, for all you manly men out there, youll never have to question your masculinity while doing yoga again, thanks to the rise of Broga. Hare Pose Photo courtesy of lovemyyoga.com The hare pose, also known as  Sanangasana,  is another inverted yoga pose with brain-boosting benefits. Its known to provide maximum extension of the spine, increasing elasticity and increasing the flow of fresh, oxygen-rich blood to the brain, and can be done following the sun salutation. Feathered Peacock Pose (Pincha Mayurasana) Photo by David Martinez via  The Yoga Journal The Feathered Peacock Pose is essentially one of the ultimate inversion poses, with advanced versions not requiring the use of a wall. However, since most of us probably arent advanced yogis, it would be best to use a wall to rest your feet on while you hold the pose. In addition to drawing blood flow down to the brain, you are also drawing it down to your lungs and working your upper body. Tai Chi Photo by Joel Santos Photography via Flickr. Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art that focuses on slow, meditative movements, has been shown in a study conducted by the University of South Florida to increase brain volume and improve mental activity, and may even delay the onset of Alzheimers disease. In the tai chi group, we saw brain growth of one-half of 1 percent over eight months, said James Mortimer, lead researcher and USF professor of epidemiology and biostatistics  in an interview. Like yoga, tai chi is a low impact and continuously-flowing exercise requiring heightened mental awareness. Many scientists speculate that this mental engagement may be the reason for their significant impact on the brain. High-Intensity Interval Training Photo courtesy of swide.com Commonly referred to as HIIT,  this type of training is high-impact and involves alternating bouts of high-intensity exercise followed by a rest period, which is repeated for a short duration, typically 20 to 30 minutes, or even as little as 8 to 10 depending on how hard youre working.  An example would be similar to a Tabata workout (a form of HIIT), where you would perform 20 seconds of all-out intense exercise, followed by 10 seconds of rest, repeated for eight rounds. High-intensity exercise triggers the release of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a neurotrophic factor that plays an important role in the survival of neurons and synapse plasticity.  In a study involving high-intensity exercise and BDNF, researchers found that,  vocabulary learning was 20 percent faster after intense physical exercise as compared to the other two conditions. This condition also elicited the strongest increases in BDNF and catecholamine levels. The other two conditions within the study were low-impact running and rest, which essentially portrays high-intensity exercise as superior to low-intensity exercise in terms of cognitive improvement and learning performance. However, you may be wondering how this is possible due to the positive studies cited above mentioning the benefits of low-impact exercises on brain power and memory, which are seemingly contradictory; the bottom line is, while high-intensity exercise releases BDNF, low-intensity exercise like weight training releases an insulin like growth factor, which promotes neural survival in ways high-intensity exercise doesnt. Brain health seems to be more of a balancing act than a cut-and-dry system, which is why it is recommended to include a mixture of the previous exercises in order to reap optimal brain-boosting effects (just as long as this mixture doesnt constitute attempting to consume coffee while performing the Feathered Peacock Pose).