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'The Land of Little Rain', 2006.
An analysis of Mary Austin's 'The Land of Little Rain'.
817 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 0 sources, £ 20.95
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This paper reviews and discusses the book, 'The Land of Little Rain' by Mary Austin. According to the paper, Austin's book is an observer's unique tale of deserts, plains and mountains in California. The paper further discusses how the author talks about the Country of Lost Borders and Ute, Paiute, Mojave, and Shoshone that lie on its frontiers.
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"Some of the lines are indeed useful and informative. If I am a reader who is actually interested in visiting the place myself, then the chapter includes bits of wisdom and information that I might find highly useful. When the author explains why deaths are common in this place, she writes about illusions that desert creates and the effect it has on a thirsty traveler. Austin observes: "There are many areas in the desert where drinkable water lies within a few feet of the surface, indicated by the mesquite and the bunch grass (Sporobolus airoides). It is this nearness of unimagined help that makes the tragedy of desert deaths....To underestimate one's thirst, to pass a given landmark to the right or left, to find a dry spring where one looked for running water--there is no help for any of these things." This is a vital piece of information and might help an aspiring traveler in his desire to come back from the place unscathed."
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Ethnic Warfare in the Former Yugoslavia, 2002.
A look at three films about war in the former Yugoslavia: "No Man's Land", "Before the Rain", and "Pretty Village, Pretty Flame".
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 6 sources, £ 36.95
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This six-page undergraduate paper examines three films about war in the former Yugoslavia: No Man's Land, Before the Rain, and Pretty Village, Pretty Flame. The author analyzes the aims of the respective directors and assesses whether they succeeded in addressing their own people and the rest of the world.
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Acid Rain: Eating Away Our Future, 2001.
This extensive paper looks at the phenomena of acid rain and its effects
5,500 words (approx. 22.0 pages), 21 sources, £ 93.95
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This paper explores how acid rain is produced, what its impact is on the environment, what has been done by government agencies to help the problem, how effective these measures have been, what individuals can do to help reduce this problem, what are the current technologies for reducing emissions and how these technologies can be used to reduce acid rain in the future. It demonstrates that current attempts to reduce emissions from power plants will not have a significant effect on acid rain reduction; and will support the idea that there is not a single solution to the problem of acid rain, but rather a combination of technologies and methods will have to be utilized to have a noticeable effect of the reduction of and repair of environmental destruction caused by acid rain.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
How Acid Rain is Formed
Effect of Acid Rain on the Environment
How Large is This Problem?
What Has Already Been Done to Reduce Emissions?
Have These Measures Been Effective?
What is the Future of the Acid Rain Issue?
How Can an Individual Help?
Current Trends in Alternative Power as a Solution to the Problem
Summary
Works Cited
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"Our modern world has many conveniences. We enjoy hot water, lights, computers, cars, and many other conveniences, which are now an integral part of our society. Many of us cannot imagine life without them. We seldom think about the costs every time we turn on a light. We do not think about the where the electricity is produced and what the effects on the environment might be. We simply turn on the light. As with all good things, there is a cost. One cost of our modern conveniences is acid rain caused by the burning of fossil fuels. The effects of acid rain came into the forefront during the early seventies as its effects began to be noticed on a global level. The impact of the effects of acid rain is considered to be of great concern to some and of little concern to others. No matter which side you are on, we all must agree that energy consumption will continue to increase globally and we must be weary of the effects of energy production and always stay focused on future generations."
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Destroying the Rain Forests, 2002.
Examines the results of cutting down rain forest, focusing on the Amazon rain forest in South America.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 7 sources, £ 36.95
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Cutting the rain forest threatens biodiversity. Cutting the rain forest destroys a valuable carbon sink to protect against greenhouse gases. Cutting down the rain forest threatens the indigenous people in the rain forest. Finally, attempts to repair the damage have failed.
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Rain in "A Farewell To Arms", 2002.
A review of Ernest Hemingway's "A Farewell to Arms", looking at the recurring theme of rain and water.
1,060 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce and discuss the book "Farewell to Arms" by Ernest Hemingway. Specifically, it discusses rain throughout the story. Rain and water are two recurring themes woven through the story. Hemingway uses water and rain as a subtle warning of the characters ultimate fate. The author illustrates how Hemingway uses rain and water elements as a vibrant and effective symbol of darkness and misery throughout the novel.
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"Just as rain turns a day dark and dreary, so does the rain in this novel turn people's lives from sunny to gloomy. In the one dissention from this theme, the rain "baptizes" the character Henry when he deserts the Italian army, thereby blessing his desertion and his "rebirth." Rain flows through the book in a never-ending river, and whoever it touches is never the same. Hemingway's powerful writing, combined with this compelling theme, makes this story tragic, and yet unforgettable."
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Acid Rain, 2002.
A discussion on the effect of acid rain on forests and the way in which the deposition of acid rain and particles make plants and trees more susceptible to disease.
890 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 21.95
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The following paper examines why environmental scientists are concerned that the level of acidity in rain and snow has increased beyond its normal levels in the United States. The writer discusses the ways in which this has had a serious impact in several areas, including forests in the northeast and many of the country's most valued monuments.
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"Munton (1998) expresses the same concerns. He notes that emissions have already been reduced by 50%. That is an impressive improvement, but perhaps still more than delicate ecosystems can stand. He suggests that we may need even more restrictive interventions in place, and points out that modern society?s effects on the atmosphere goes beyond acid rain, which may also affect human health, but to breathable particulates, effects on the ozone layer, and regional haze making particular areas periodically more vulnerable to the effects of airborne pollutants.
"In conclusion, it may be too soon to be satisfied with our efforts so far. Given the tremendous amount of pollution released into the air, a 50% reduction may be a result that looks good on paper but that is still significantly damaging to our environment."
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Acid Rain, 2007.
An analysis of the causes of acid rain and its effects on the environment.
1,779 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 39.95
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This paper presents a detailed examination of acid rain and its impact on the environment. The writer explores what acid rain is and how it is created and then details the many different ways that it can hurt the eco-system. The writer concludes with a discussion about what can be done, on an individual and organizational level, to reduce the threat of acid rain to the environment.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
What Is It?
Effects of Acid rain
Solving the Problem
Conclusion
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"The harm that acid rain does can be measured tangibly with scientific testing but it also has an intangible impact on the atmosphere as it causes changes to the way things look and feel as well. The beauty of plants and forests and streams can be negatively affected through the damage that acid rain leaves behind (Understanding acid rain http://weather.about.com/library/weekly/aa032502a.htm)."
"One of the more specific issues with acid rains is its ability to cause the acidification of lakes and streams worldwide. It is also causing damage to trees, especially the trees that are found at higher elevations. One example of this is the red spruce trees that are normally located at 2,000 feet above sea level (Effects of Acid Rain http://www.epa.gov/acidrain/effects/index.html)."
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The Destruction of the Rain Forests, 2002.
A discussion of the issues concerning the destruction of tropical rain forests from a bias that they have enormous significance to the planet's environment.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, £ 30.95
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This essay will examine the debate over the destruction of the tropical rain forests from a number of perspectives. It will be argued that the tropical rain forests, and the bio diverse ecosystems that they support, are of enormous significance to the planet's environment. This being said, it will also be argued that man is an integral feature of this environment, and that the economic systems that define human cultures must therefore be factored into any discussion of viable or sustainable development of the rain forests.
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Cattle Ranchers and the Amazon Rain Forest, 2004.
Explores the destruction of the Amazon rain forest from the perspective of the commercial beef growers ,as well as from the perspective of the ecological advocates.
1,358 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 31.95
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As the world becomes more crowded, it is becoming evident that decisions have to be made regarding resources available to mankind. One of the points of controversy in today's battle between saving our natural resources and providing for man's future is the battle over the Amazon rain forest. The paper shows that the Amazon rain forest is currently providing areas for cattle to graze, which, of course, provides food for immediate need. However, the rain forest also has a large potential impact on the survival of mankind in the future, as long as it is not destroyed today. The paper describes the tug of war that exists between the cattle ranchers, who are clearing the land now, and the ecologists, who are trying to stop the destruction of the forest. Sociological and ecological themes conflict as the arguments and competition continue.
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"According to ecological research there is already 16 percent of the forest gone through destruction., This is equal to 1.6 million square miles of forest. The ecologists believe that the destruction has sped up the global warming process which in turn is speeding up other future problems for the world. The argument between the cattle ranchers and the ecologists is centered on this and other consequences of the ranchers efforts(Brazil, 2003)."
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"The Rain God", 2002.
An examination of the imagery of garden and the cycle of life and death in Arturo Islas' "The Rain God".
1,409 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 32.95
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"The Rain God" is a tale of desert and rain, of blooming plants and dying people. This paper questions how all of these ideas and images relate.It shows how the three images have to be considered as one, because all represent the continuance of the cycle of life. A blooming and flourishing garden represents life as much as death, just as the desert and rain represent both. The paper explains that the correlation between life and death is best explained by examining the many images of the desert and water presented in the work.
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"In the book rain and desert are present as symbols synonymous with life and death, and the earth and gardens that grow from it represent the same. The desert is present throughout the story as a metaphor for pain and suffering. In many instances throughout the novel Islas expresses human emotion and behavior, particularly the negative and painful aspects of life, through earth imagery. The desert in many chapters represents the pain of life felt by primary characters and the pain inflicted on characters that results from family sins. Many people within the novel try to escape ?the desert?, or pain and suffering, but become injured or die while attempting this feat."
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Acid Rain, 2002.
A discussion of the concept of acid rain and its environmental dangers.
945 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper provides a definition of "acid rain" and how it is formed. It looks at the dangers of acid rain and the damage it is doing to the environment. It briefly examines options and programs that can be performed to reduce acid rain.
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"The term ?acid rain? is a little misleading. Rain is naturally acidic, from both carbon dioxide in the air and absorption of chlorine from the ocean (Gordon, 2002). All compounds can be measured for acidity or alkalinity on a Ph scale ranging from 0 ? 14, with anything below 7 showing at least slight acidity. Rain is judged ?acid? when its Ph falls below 5. (Gordon, 2002) Environmental scientists are concerned because in some parts of our country, the level of acidity in rain and snow has increased beyond its normal levels. This has had a serious impact in several areas, including our forests in the northeast and many of our most valued monuments."
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Acid Rain, 2004.
Examines the environmental problem of acid rain.
1,049 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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This paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes the topic of acid rain. Specifically, it defines acid rain and discusses its effect on the environment.
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"The term "acid rain" is really a bit of a misnomer, because acid "rain" can be either wet or dry, and is a global term that covers almost any type of acid that falls from the atmosphere onto the Earth (EPA). Acid rain is often called "acid deposition" by scientists, but the common term most of the public understands is acid rain. Acid rain is a mixture of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, which result from burning fossil fuels like coal and oil. These chemicals react as they are released into the atmosphere, and join to create a mild solution of acidic compounds that becomes acid rain when it falls to the ground mixed with precipitation, such as rain, fog, and snow, or falls to the ground on its own if there is enough of it in the air. Acid rain is common all over the world, and as our reliance on fossil fuels grows, so does the potential for increasing acid rain."
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Acid Rain: Causes, Effect and Control, 2006.
This paper examines why acid rain has emerged as one of the most controversial environmental issues of the decade.
1,015 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 24.95
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This paper explains the definition of acid rain which is created mainly by man made pollutants invading the air and its disastrous effect on the environment. The writer of this paper details the effects of acid rain on animals, marine life, lakes, streams and forests while stressing the importance of controlling the spread of this environmentally hazardous phenomenon while examining the different methods currently being used to reduce harmful emissions and pollutants. Includes graphs.
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"The Ph of rain is dropping because we add tremendous amounts of material to the air. Some of this is in the form of particles and is pulled back to the earth by gravity, but water-soluble gases such as sulfur dioxide mix with the moisture in the atmosphere and return to the Earth as rain or snow. This return to Earth is called "deposition." (Gordon, 2002) The dust particles can leech into the soil, changing the nutrients available in our forests. One source for these extra elements in the air and precipitation is fossil fuels, fuels such as oil and coal. These fuels release significant amounts of both sulfur dioxide and nitrogen, which become part of our rain and snow."
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Air Pollution and Acid Rain, 2005.
A look at acid rain, its causes and consequences.
1,033 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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This paper explains that acid rain, a relatively new environmental phenomenon, is caused primarily by human created air pollution and that it presents a serious problem because it destroys the environment, including plant and marine life. The paper talks about the effects of acid rain and how far reaching it is as well as the importance of controlling the problem.
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"Acid rain is now commonly perceived as a major environmental threat but the term is still relatively new and many are confused about its causes. While there are some other commonly cited reasons including natural sources, the main cause of acidity in rain is air pollution, which increases the composition of sulphur oxides and nitrogen oxides and thus lowering the pH level to less than 7. Air pollution is defined as "the introduction by humankind, directly or indirectly, of substances or energy into the environment resulting in deleterious effects of such a nature as to endanger human health, harm living resources and eco-systems, impair amenities or interfere with other legitimate uses of the environment." [1]"
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