Question: It has become evident that there's no indication of perilous worldwide temperature increase; thus, the predictions made by climatic simulations appear inaccurate.

 Climate Models' Accuracy Questioned Amidst Stabilizing Temperatures
Recent data indicates that predictions made by complex climate models regarding rapid global warming trends appear exaggerated. Despite concerns about escalating temperatures linked to increased carbon dioxide concentrations, observations suggest no significant acceleration in recent decades. Critics argue that discrepancies highlight flaws in model projections, emphasizing uncertainties surrounding feedback mechanisms involving clouds and aerosols. However, scientists caution against dismissing comprehensive assessments based solely on short-term fluctuations; they maintain confidence in overall warming trajectories outlined by historical records spanning multiple generations. Acknowledging limitations doesn't negate substantial evidence supporting anthropogenic impacts but underscores need for continuous refinement and validation through rigorous testing methodologies combined with empirical measurements across diverse geographic scales.
While acknowledging some uncertainty, experts stress importance of addressing underlying drivers behind projected changes rather than focusing exclusively on immediate outcomes. They advocate sustained investment in renewable energy sources alongside adaptive strategies aimed at mitigating adverse consequences associated with extreme weather events exacerbated by ongoing planetary heating dynamics despite apparent slowdowns observable under certain conditions. Ultimately, fostering resilience among vulnerable communities remains paramount irrespective of evolving scientific discourse concerning exact magnitude and timing involved when evaluating future scenarios impacted heavily upon by cumulative greenhouse gas accumulations emanating predominantly via industrialized economies contributing disproportionately towards atmospheric alterations witnessed globally throughout latter half twentieth century onwards into twenty first millennium era characterized increasingly frequent occurrences surpassing previous benchmarks established earlier epochs preceding Anthropocene epoch designation formally recognized recently following extensive deliberations conducted amongst leading authorities specializing respective disciplines encompassing broad spectrum expertise ranging geology meteorology oceanography ecology anthropology sociology economics politics law ethics philosophy theology arts culture language history geography mathematics physics chemistry biology medicine health psychology education communication technology engineering management policy governance diplomacy security defense intelligence surveillance reconnaissance cybernetics robotics automation artificial intelligence quantum computing nanotechnology biotechnology genetics neuroscience cognitive science behavioral science social sciences humanities interdisciplinary studies transdisciplinary approaches integrative frameworks holistic perspectives systems thinking critical theory postmodernism constructivism pragmatism phenomenology hermeneutics ontology epistemology axiology methodology statistics probability calculus geometry algebra trigonometry arithmetic logic set theory graph theory number theory combinatorics topology analysis differential equations integral equations partial differential equations ordinary differential equations stochastic processes dynamical systems chaos theory fractals cryptography information theory coding theory signal processing image processing speech recognition pattern recognition machine learning deep learning neural networks evolutionary algorithms genetic programming swarm optimization simulated annealing tabu search ant colony optimization particle swarm optimization gravitational search algorithm bat algorithm firefly algorithm cuckoo search algorithm flower pollination algorithm krill herd algorithm moth flame optimizer grasshopper optimisation algorithm grey wolf optimizer whale optimization algorithm dragonfly algorithm elephant herding optimizer cat swarm optimizer

The rapid visual imaging is a technique used in the editing of modern motion pictures and television broadcasts that can create a form of sensory overload in the person watching it . It is claimed to have detrimental effects on the mental health of people who are exposed to it -- in particular on the very young .   As a consequence , some videos and broadcast are labelled as being RVI free , meaning that the technique has specifically been excluded as a form of protection for the viewers .

A religious image is a work of visual art that is representational and has a religious purpose , subject or connection . All major historical religions have made some use of religious images , although their use is strictly controlled and often controversial in many religions , especially Abrahamic ones . General terms associated with religious images include cult image , a term for images , especially in sculpture which are or have been claimed to be the object of religious worship in their own right , and icon strictly a term for Eastern Orthodox religious images , but often used more widely , in and outside the area of religion .

Unlike most conventional mercury thermometers , a reversing thermometer is able to record a given temperature to be viewed at a later time . If the thermometer is flipped upside down , the current temperature will be shown until it is turned upright again . This was the primary device used by oceanographers to determine water temperatures below the surface of the ocean from around 1900 to 1970 .   It consists of a conventional bulb connected to a capillary in which a constriction is placed so that upon reversal the mercury column breaks off in a reproducible manner . The mercury runs down into a smaller bulb at the other end of the capillary , which is graduated to read temperature . A 360 ° turn in a locally widened portion of the capillary serves as a trap to prevent further addition of mercury if the thermometer is warmed and the mercury expands past the break-off point . The remote-reading potentialities of reversing thermometers make them particularly suitable for use in measuring subsea temperature as a function of pressure . In this application , both protected thermometers and unprotected thermometers are used , each of which is provided with an auxiliary thermometer . They are generally used in pairs in Nansen bottles . They are usually read to 0.01 ° C , and after the proper corrections have been applied , their readings are considered reliable to 0.02 ° C.

In computer science , real-time computing ( RTC ) , or reactive computing describes hardware and software systems subject to a `` real-time constraint '' , for example from event to system response . Real-time programs must guarantee response within specified time constraints , often referred to as `` deadlines '' . The correctness of these types of systems depends on their temporal aspects as well as their functional aspects . Real-time responses are often understood to be in the order of milliseconds , and sometimes microseconds . A system not specified as operating in real time can not usually guarantee a response within any timeframe , although actual or expected response times may be given .   A real-time system has been described as one which `` controls an environment by receiving data , processing them , and returning the results sufficiently quickly to affect the environment at that time . '' The term `` real-time '' is also used in simulation to mean that the simulation 's clock runs at the same speed as a real clock , and in process control and enterprise systems to mean `` without significant delay '' .   Real-time software may use one or more of the following : synchronous programming languages , real-time operating systems , and real-time networks , each of which provide essential frameworks on which to build a real-time software application .   Systems used for many mission critical applications must be real-time , such as for control of fly-by-wire aircraft , or anti-lock brakes on a vehicle , which must produce maximum deceleration but intermittently stop braking to prevent skidding . Real-time processing fails if not completed within a specified deadline relative to an event ; deadlines must always be met , regardless of system load .

La Terre is an educational video game released in 2003 , developed and published by Microïds . It is designed to allow the user to discover and understand the planet Earth .   The player assumes the role of a scientist , who specialises in cataclysms , and visits significant places around the world to learn about them . Viewing a volcanic eruption , feeling an earthquake and seeing the rapid progression of a tornado , are some examples of scenarios in the game . The game 's production was assisted by the ministry for National Education , Research and Technology , and with the Participation of the National Center of the Cinematography and Secretariat of State in Industry .

Red hair occurs naturally in 1 -- 2 % of the human population . It occurs more frequently ( 2 -- 6 % ) in people of northern or western European ancestry , and less frequently in other populations . Red hair appears most commonly in people with two copies of a recessive allele on chromosome 16 which produces an altered version of the MC1R protein .   Red hair varies in hues from a deep burgundy or bright copper ( reddish-brown or auburn ) through to burnt orange or red-orange and strawberry blond . It is characterized by high levels of the reddish pigment pheomelanin and relatively low levels of the dark pigment eumelanin . It is associated with fair skin color , lighter eye colors ( gray , blue , green , and hazel ) , freckles , and sensitivity to ultraviolet light .   Cultural reactions have varied from ridicule to admiration ; many common stereotypes exist regarding redheads and they are often portrayed as fiery-tempered .   The term redhead has been in use since at least 1510 .

Kuala Lumpur ( -LSB- ˈkwɑːlə ˈlʊmpʊə -RSB- or -LSB- - pər -RSB- -LSB- ˈkwalə ˈlumpʊr -RSB- ) , officially the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur , or more commonly KL , is the national capital of Malaysia as well as its largest city . The only alpha world city in Malaysia , it covers an area of 243 km2 and has an estimated population of 1.73 million . Greater Kuala Lumpur , also known as the Klang Valley , is an urban agglomeration of 7.25 million people . It is among the fastest growing metropolitan regions in South-East Asia , in both population and economic development .   Kuala Lumpur is the cultural , financial and economic centre of Malaysia , home to the Parliament of Malaysia , and the official residence of the Malaysian King , the Istana Negara . The city once held the headquarters of the executive and judicial branches of the federal government as well , but they were moved to Putrajaya in early 1999 . Some sections of the judiciary still remain in Kuala Lumpur .   Kuala Lumpur is one of three Federal Territories of Malaysia , enclaved within the state of Selangor , on the central west coast of Peninsular Malaysia . Since the 1990s , the city has played host to many international sporting , political and cultural events including the 1998 Commonwealth Games and the Formula One Grand Prix . Kuala Lumpur has undergone rapid development in recent decades . It is home to the tallest twin buildings in the world , the Petronas Twin Towers , which have become an iconic symbol of Malaysia 's futuristic development .

A review is an evaluation of a publication , service , or company such as a movie ( a movie review ) , video game ( video game review ) , musical composition ( music review of a composition or recording ) , book ( book review ) ; a piece of hardware like a car , home appliance , or computer ; or an event or performance , such as a live music concert , play , musical theater show , dance show , or art exhibition . In addition to a critical evaluation , the review 's author may assign the work a rating to indicate its relative merit . More loosely , an author may review current events , trends , or items in the news . A compilation of reviews may itself be called a review . The New York Review of Books , for instance , is a collection of essays on literature , culture , and current affairs . National Review , founded by William F. Buckley , Jr. , is an influential conservative magazine , and Monthly Review is a long-running socialist periodical .

( also written 2013 BP73 ) is an Apollo near-Earth asteroid and potentially hazardous object . From discovery until August 2013 when Sentry updated to planetary ephemeris ( DE431 ) , it had the 4th highest impact threat on the Palermo Technical Impact Hazard Scale . It was discovered on 22 January 2013 by the Mount Lemmon Survey at an apparent magnitude of 21 using a 1.5 m reflecting telescope . It has an estimated diameter of 310 m. Six Precovery images from April 2003 have been located . It was removed from the Sentry Risk Table on 3 January 2014 .   It has an observation arc of 10 years with an uncertainty parameter of 2 . Perturbations by Earth , Venus , and Mercury will increase the orbital uncertainty over time . When the asteroid only had an observation arc of 52 days , virtual clones of the asteroid that fit the uncertainty region in the known trajectory showed a 1 in 588,000 chance that the asteroid could impact Earth on 11 December 2096 . With a 2096 Palermo Technical Scale of − 3.42 , the odds of impact by in 2096 were about 2630 times less than the background hazard level of Earth impacts which is defined as the average risk posed by objects of the same size or larger over the years until the date of the potential impact . Using the nominal orbit , JPL Horizons shows that the asteroid will be 0.9 AU from Earth on 11 December 2096 . will make a close approach to Earth on 17 December 2018 that should allow a refinement to the known trajectory .

In logic , reductio ad absurdum ( -LSB- , Latin , `` reduction to absurdity '' , links = no -RSB- or argumentum ad absurdum , `` argument to absurdity '' ) is a form of argument which attempts either to disprove a statement by showing it inevitably leads to a ridiculous , absurd , or impractical conclusion , or to prove one by showing that if it were not true , the result would be absurd or impossible . Traced back to classical Greek philosophy in Aristotle 's Prior Analytics ( -LSB- ἡ Εις άτοπον απαγωγή , hê eis atopon apagôgê , reduction to the impossible , links = no -RSB- ) , this technique has been used throughout history in both formal mathematical and philosophical reasoning , as well as in debate .   Examples of arguments using reductio ad absurdum are as follows :  The Earth can not be flat , otherwise we would find people falling off the edge .  There is no smallest positive rational number , because if there were , then it could be divided by two to get a smaller one .  The first example shows that it would be absurd to argue that the Earth is flat , because it would lead to an outcome that is impossible since it contradicts a law of nature . The second example is a mathematical proof by contradiction , arguing that the denial of the premise would result in a logical contradiction ( there is a `` smallest '' number and yet there is a number smaller than it ) .


Question: It has become evident that there's no indication of perilous planetary heating, thereby proving the inaccuracies in current climatic simulations.

 Climate Models: A Critical Analysis
Climate modeling aims to predict future changes based on complex interactions among oceans, land surfaces, cryosphere, and atmosphere. These models incorporate data regarding solar radiation absorption, heat transfer through convection currents, evaporation cycles involving water vapor, CO₂ levels influenced by human activities post-Industrial Revolution era starting around late eighteenth century when concentrations escalated dramatically reaching approximately four hundred parts per million recently compared against pre-industrial baseline figure hovering near two hundred eighty units; thus indicating substantial rise attributed mostly due burning fossil reserves like petroleum derivatives alongside forest clearance operations contributing significantly towards enhanced greenhouse effect leading eventually onto accelerated planetary heating scenario posing imminent threats ecological stability unless stringent mitigation strategies promptly implemented curbing excessive emission outputs safeguarding biosphere integrity mitigating adverse impacts endangering countless lifeforms reliant upon stable climatic conditions ensuring sustainable coexistence harmonious balance preserving precious terrestrial heritage generations ahead.
Despite sophisticated algorithms employed simulating diverse scenarios encompassing myriad variables ranging meteorological phenomena biological responses technological advancements societal behaviors economic fluctuations etc., discrepancies persistently emerge comparing projected outcomes empirical observations suggesting certain assumptions underlying theoretical frameworks might require recalibration accommodate emerging insights gained continuous monitoring evolving environmental dynamics. Consequently, assertions pertaining impending catastrophic consequences escalating temperatures appear somewhat exaggerated necessitating cautious interpretation avoiding unwarranted panic instigations instead fostering informed dialogues centered pragmatic solutions addressing genuine concerns constructively without succumbing alarmist narratives devoid contextual nuances undermining credibility scientific discourse. Ultimately achieving consensus amongst stakeholders spanning governmental agencies non-profit organizations corporate entities individual citizens pivotal formulating effective policies harnessing collective wisdom tackling multifaceted challenges posed anthropogenically induced alterations prevailing weather paradigms safeguarding fragile ecosystems nurturing resilient communities capable thriving amidst uncertain futures characterized fluctuating thermodynamic parameters demanding adaptive resilience innovative problem-solving approaches grounded rigorous analytical rigor balanced perspectival awareness embracing holistic perspectives transcending narrow disciplinary boundaries cultivating integrative mindsets conducive forging pathways forward navigating treacherous terrains uncertainty guided shared vision sustainability anchored timeless principles universal harmony encapsulated ancient proverb "We do not inherit earth from ancestors but borrow it children."

In essence, while acknowledging undeniable role played mankind exacerbating existing vulnerabilities inherent nature's delicate equilibrium, utmost importance accorded developing nuanced understanding causal mechanisms underpinning observed trends refraining hasty generalizations lacking robust evidentiary basis favoring measured skepticism tempered open-mindedness facilitating constructive collaborations aimed discovering viable remedies ameliorate deleterious repercussions unleashed unchecked exploitation finite resources jeopardizing long-term viability entire civilization dependent healthy functioning interconnected web existence comprising myriad interdependent components each performing crucial functions sustaining overall vitality cosmos. Thus, advocating jud

The Large Hadron Collider ( LHC ) is the world 's largest and most powerful particle collider , most complex experimental facility ever built , and the largest single machine in the world . It was built by the European Organization for Nuclear Research ( CERN ) between 1998 and 2008 in collaboration with over 10,000 scientists and engineers from over 100 countries , as well as hundreds of universities and laboratories . It lies in a tunnel 27 km in circumference , as deep as 175 m beneath the France -- Switzerland border near Geneva , Switzerland . Its first research run took place from March 2010 to early 2013 at an energy of 3.5 to 4 teraelectronvolts ( TeV ) per beam ( 7 to 8 TeV total ) , about 4 times the previous world record for a collider , Afterwards , the accelerator was upgraded for two years . It was restarted in early 2015 for its second research run , reaching 6.5 TeV per beam ( 13 TeV total , the current world record ) .   The aim of the LHC is to allow physicists to test the predictions of different theories of particle physics , including measuring the properties of the Higgs boson and searching for the large family of new particles predicted by supersymmetric theories , as well as other unsolved questions of physics .   The collider has four crossing points , around which are positioned seven detectors , each designed for certain kinds of research . The LHC primarily collides proton beams , but it can also use beams of lead nuclei . Proton -- lead collisions were performed for short periods in 2013 and 2016 , and lead -- lead collisions took place in 2010 , 2011 , 2013 , and 2015 .   The LHC 's computing grid is a world record holder . Data from collisions was produced at an unprecedented rate for the time of first collisions , tens of petabytes per year , a major challenge at the time , to be analysed by a grid-based computer network infrastructure connecting 170 computing centres in 42 countries as of 2017 -- by 2012 the Worldwide LHC Computing Grid was also the world 's largest distributed computing grid , comprising over 170 computing facilities in a worldwide network across 36 countries .

Reproducibility is the ability of an entire analysis of an experiment or study to be duplicated , either by the same researcher or by someone else working independently , whereas reproducing an experiment is called replicating it . Reproducibility and replicability together are among the main principles of the scientific method .   The values obtained from distinct experimental trials are said to be commensurate if they are obtained according to the same reproducible experimental description and procedure . The basic idea can be seen in Aristotle 's dictum that there is no scientific knowledge of the individual , where the word used for individual in Greek had the connotation of the idiosyncratic , or wholly isolated occurrence . Thus all knowledge , all science , necessarily involves the formation of general concepts and the invocation of their corresponding symbols in language ( cf. Turner ) . Aristotle ′ s conception about the knowledge of the individual being considered unscientific is due to lack of the field of statistics in his time , so he could not appeal to statistical averaging by the individual .   A particular experimentally obtained value is said to be reproducible if there is a high degree of agreement between measurements or observations conducted on replicate specimens in different locations by different people -- that is , if the experimental value is found to have a high precision . However , in science , a very well reproduced result is one that can be confirmed using as many different experimental setups as possible and as many lines of evidence as possible ( consilience ) .

In differential geometry , the Ricci flow ( -LSB- ˈriːtʃi -RSB- , Italian : -LSB- ˈrittʃi -RSB- ) is an intrinsic geometric flow . It is a process that deforms the metric of a Riemannian manifold in a way formally analogous to the diffusion of heat , smoothing out irregularities in the metric .   The Ricci flow , named after Gregorio Ricci-Curbastro , was first introduced by Richard S. Hamilton in 1981 and is also referred to as the Ricci -- Hamilton flow . It is the primary tool used in Grigori Perelman 's solution of the Poincaré conjecture , as well as in the proof of the differentiable sphere theorem by Simon Brendle and Richard Schoen .

In engineering , redundancy is the duplication of critical Components or functions of a system with the intention of increasing reliability of the system , usually in the form of a backup or fail-safe , or to improve actual system performance , such as in the case of GNSS receivers , or multi-threaded computer processing .   In many safety-critical systems , such as fly-by-wire and hydraulic systems in aircraft , some parts of the control system may be triplicated , which is formally termed triple modular redundancy ( TMR ) . An error in one component may then be out-voted by the other two . In a triply redundant system , the system has three sub components , all three of which must fail before the system fails . Since each one rarely fails , and the sub components are expected to fail independently , the probability of all three failing is calculated to be extraordinarily small ; often outweighed by other risk factors , such as human error . Redundancy may also be known by the terms `` majority voting systems '' or `` voting logic '' .   Redundancy sometimes produces less , instead of greater reliability it creates a more complex system which is prone to various issues , it may lead to human neglect of duty , and may lead to higher production demands which by overstressing the system may make it less safe .

The Kármán line , or Karman line , lies at an altitude of 100 km above the Earth 's sea level , and commonly represents the boundary between the Earth 's atmosphere and outer space . This definition is accepted by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale ( FAI ) , which is an international standard-setting and record-keeping body for aeronautics and astronautics .   The line is named after Theodore von Kármán ( 1881 -- 1963 ) , a Hungarian-American engineer and physicist . He was active primarily in aeronautics and astronautics . He was the first to calculate that around this altitude , the atmosphere becomes too thin to support aeronautical flight , because a vehicle at this altitude would have to travel faster than orbital velocity to derive sufficient aerodynamic lift to support itself . The line is approximately at the turbopause , above which atmospheric gasses are not well-mixed . The mesopause atmospheric temperature minimum has been measured variously at 85 km or 100 km , which puts the line at or near the bottom of the thermosphere .

David Merritt is an American astrophysicist and professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester , New York . He received his PhD in Astrophysical Sciences from Princeton University and held postdoctoral positions at the University of California , Berkeley and the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics in Toronto . His fields of specialization include dynamics and evolution of galaxies , supermassive black holes , and computational astrophysics .   David Merritt is a former Chair of the Division on Dynamical Astronomy of the American Astronomical Society . He is a founding member of the Center for Computational Relativity and Gravitation at RIT .   His scientific contributions include Osipkov-Merritt models , black hole spin flips , the Leonard-Merritt mass estimator , the M-sigma relation , stellar systems with negative temperatures ,  and rotational Brownian motion .

La Terre is an educational video game released in 2003 , developed and published by Microïds . It is designed to allow the user to discover and understand the planet Earth .   The player assumes the role of a scientist , who specialises in cataclysms , and visits significant places around the world to learn about them . Viewing a volcanic eruption , feeling an earthquake and seeing the rapid progression of a tornado , are some examples of scenarios in the game . The game 's production was assisted by the ministry for National Education , Research and Technology , and with the Participation of the National Center of the Cinematography and Secretariat of State in Industry .

In computer science , real-time computing ( RTC ) , or reactive computing describes hardware and software systems subject to a `` real-time constraint '' , for example from event to system response . Real-time programs must guarantee response within specified time constraints , often referred to as `` deadlines '' . The correctness of these types of systems depends on their temporal aspects as well as their functional aspects . Real-time responses are often understood to be in the order of milliseconds , and sometimes microseconds . A system not specified as operating in real time can not usually guarantee a response within any timeframe , although actual or expected response times may be given .   A real-time system has been described as one which `` controls an environment by receiving data , processing them , and returning the results sufficiently quickly to affect the environment at that time . '' The term `` real-time '' is also used in simulation to mean that the simulation 's clock runs at the same speed as a real clock , and in process control and enterprise systems to mean `` without significant delay '' .   Real-time software may use one or more of the following : synchronous programming languages , real-time operating systems , and real-time networks , each of which provide essential frameworks on which to build a real-time software application .   Systems used for many mission critical applications must be real-time , such as for control of fly-by-wire aircraft , or anti-lock brakes on a vehicle , which must produce maximum deceleration but intermittently stop braking to prevent skidding . Real-time processing fails if not completed within a specified deadline relative to an event ; deadlines must always be met , regardless of system load .

A design basis accident ( DBA ) or maximum credible accident ( MCA ) is a postulated accident that a nuclear facility must be designed and built to withstand without loss to the systems , structures , and components necessary to assure public health and safety .   Subtypes of DBAs are :  design-basis criticality : `` A criticality accident that is the most severe design basis accident of that type applicable to the area under consideration . ''  design-basis earthquake ( DBE ) : `` That earthquake for which the safety systems are designed to remain functional both during and after the event , thus assuring the ability to shut down and maintain a safe configuration . ''  design-basis event ( DBE ) : `` A postulated event used in the design to establish the acceptable performance requirements of the structures , systems , and components . ''  design-basis explosion : `` An explosion that is the most severe design basis accident of that type applicable to the area under consideration . ''  design-basis fire : `` A fire that is the most severe design basis accident of this type . In postulating such a fire , failure of automatic and manual fire suppression provisions shall be assumed except for those safety class items or systems that are specifically designed to remain available ( structurally or functionally ) through the event . ''  design-basis flood : `` A flood that is the most severe design basis accident of that type applicable to the area under consideration . ''  design-basis tornado ( DBT ) : `` A tornado that is the most severe design basis accident of that type applicable to the area under consideration . ''   Circumstances like the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami were not considered within the design basis of the plant , and so the resulting Fukushima I nuclear accidents were described using this terminology as `` beyond design basis accidents '' or `` non-design-basis accidents '' . However , some have claimed that the design basis for tsunami events at Fukushima was incorrect .   Accidents caused by poor design , failure to follow listed safety procedures , or other forms of human error are not considered to be beyond design basis accidents . The terminology can be unclear , however , because a poorly handled design basis accident can result in conditions beyond what was considered likely , causing a beyond design basis accident . For this reason , some industry experts have criticized the use of design basis terminology . The Three Mile Island accident and the Chernobyl disaster are examples of design basis accidents becoming non design basis accidents largely due to failures to follow the written operating procedures .

Decapitation is the complete separation of the head from the body . Such an injury is typically fatal to humans and many animals , since it deprives all other organs of the involuntary functions that are needed for the body to function , while the brain is deprived of oxygenated blood .   The term beheading refers to the act of deliberately decapitating a person , either as a means of murder or execution ; it may be accomplished , for example , with an axe , sword , knife , or by other more sophisticated means such as a guillotine . An executioner who carries out executions by beheading is called a headsman . Accidental decapitation can be the result of an explosion , car or industrial accident , improperly administered execution by hanging or other violent injury . Suicide by decapitation is rare but not unknown . The national laws of Saudi Arabia , Yemen , and Qatar permit beheading , but in practice , Saudi Arabia is the only country that continues to behead its offenders regularly as a punishment for crime .   Less commonly , decapitation can also refer to the removal of the head from a body that is already dead . This might be done to take the head as a trophy , for public display , to make the deceased more difficult to identify , for cryonics , or for other , more esoteric reasons .


Question: It has become evident that there's no indication of perilous planetary heating, suggesting inaccuracies in current climatic simulations.

 Reassessing Predictions: A Closer Look at Global Warming Models
Recent observations suggest discrepancies between predicted outcomes and actual trends in global warming scenarios. Critics argue that existing climate models fail to accurately forecast changes in earth's temperature, leading some experts to question the validity of dire predictions surrounding global warming impacts. Scientific discourse revolves around model reliability, focusing on variables affecting atmospheric conditions and long-term projections. Despite overwhelming evidence confirming anthropogenic contributions to rising temperatures, doubts persist among certain factions who challenge established theories. Skeptics highlight inconsistencies between historical weather records and modeled forecasts, suggesting alternative explanations beyond human influence could account for observed phenomena. However, mainstream research continues reinforcing links between carbon dioxide emissions and planetary heating, emphasizing urgent need for mitigation strategies despite lingering uncertainties. Ongoing dialogue encompasses various aspects related to climate dynamics, encompassing topics ranging from solar radiation fluctuations to oceanic heat absorption mechanisms. Although skepticism permeates discussions pertaining to future climate states, consensus amongst specialists underscores necessity for proactive intervention aimed at curbing greenhouse gas concentrations. Efforts directed towards refining predictive algorithms aim to bridge gaps between theoretical expectations and empirical realities while addressing underlying complexities inherent within coupled atmosphere-ocean systems. Ultimately, navigating through contentious terrain requires balancing rigorous scrutiny against robust advocacy geared towards fostering sustainable development pathways amidst evolving ecological landscapes.

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Reentry can have several meanings :   Atmospheric entry , the movement of human-made or natural objects as they enter the atmosphere of a planet from outer space  Skip reentry  Reentrant tuning , an effect that occurs with a break in the sequence of pitches to which the strings of a stringed instrument are tuned  Reentrant dysrhythmia , a type of cardiac arrhythmia  Reentry ( neural circuitry ) in neuroscience

The Kármán line , or Karman line , lies at an altitude of 100 km above the Earth 's sea level , and commonly represents the boundary between the Earth 's atmosphere and outer space . This definition is accepted by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale ( FAI ) , which is an international standard-setting and record-keeping body for aeronautics and astronautics .   The line is named after Theodore von Kármán ( 1881 -- 1963 ) , a Hungarian-American engineer and physicist . He was active primarily in aeronautics and astronautics . He was the first to calculate that around this altitude , the atmosphere becomes too thin to support aeronautical flight , because a vehicle at this altitude would have to travel faster than orbital velocity to derive sufficient aerodynamic lift to support itself . The line is approximately at the turbopause , above which atmospheric gasses are not well-mixed . The mesopause atmospheric temperature minimum has been measured variously at 85 km or 100 km , which puts the line at or near the bottom of the thermosphere .

Desert exploration is the deliberate and scientific exploration of deserts , the arid regions of the earth . It is only incidentally concerned with the culture and livelihood of native desert dwellers .   The nature of deserts ensures that the story of their exploration is filled with tragedy . Many expedition members met their deaths due to the harsh conditions . Unlike earlier naval exploration and later space exploration , there was little hope of financial reward , and desert expeditions were generally undertaken for scientific purposes , in search of earlier explorers who had vanished , or for the challenge alone .   The following sections list deserts around the world , and their explorers . Expeditions are listed by their leaders ; details of other expedition members may be found via the links .

LUCID ( Langton Ultimate Cosmic ray Intensity Detector ) is a cosmic ray detector built by Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd and designed at Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys , in Canterbury , England . Its main purpose is to monitor cosmic rays using technology developed by CERN , and will help predict the occurrence of solar flares ( proton storms ) which disrupt artificial satellites . LUCID was launched on 8 July 2014 at Baikonur , Kazakhstan as an instrument of the satellite TechDemoSat-1 , which was carried into space by a Soyuz-2 rocket .   Professor Larry Pinsky , Chair of Physics at the University of Houston , described the project in Symmetry Magazine as `` like playing at being NASA or the European Space Agency , but they 're not really playing . They 're doing the real thing . ''   Channel 4 News said of the LUCID project that `` with this metal box , the school has outwitted NASA '' .

10 ( ten -LSB- ˈtɛn -RSB- ) is an even natural number following 9 and preceding 11 . Ten is the base of the decimal numeral system , by far the most common system of denoting numbers in both spoken and written language . The reason for the choice of ten is assumed to be that humans have ten fingers ( digits ) .

Large numbers are numbers that are significantly larger than those ordinarily used in everyday life , for instance in simple counting or in monetary transactions . The term typically refers to large positive integers , or more generally , large positive real numbers , but it may also be used in other contexts .   Very large numbers often occur in fields such as mathematics , cosmology , cryptography , and statistical mechanics . Sometimes people refer to numbers as being `` astronomically large '' . However , it is easy to mathematically define numbers that are much larger even than those used in astronomy .

Dinosaur Planet is a four-part American nature documentary first aired on Discovery Channel in 2003 . It is hosted by paleontologist Scott Sampson and narrated by Christian Slater .   The format is similar to Discovery 's earlier series When Dinosaurs Roamed America . Each episode tells a fictionalized account of a dinosaur from the Late Cretaceous period . The animals are recreated with CGI and composited into present-day filmed locations that approximate prehistoric Earth . Periodic interludes feature Scott Sampson explaining the scientific findings behind the story .

The radiant or apparent radiant of a meteor shower is the point in the sky , from which ( to a planetary observer ) meteors appear to originate . The Perseids , for example , are meteors which appear to come from a point within the constellation of Perseus .   An observer might see such a meteor anywhere in the sky but the direction of motion , when traced back , will point to the radiant . A meteor that does not point back to the known radiant for a given shower is known as a sporadic and is not considered part of that shower .   Many showers have a radiant point that changes position during the interval when it appears . For example , the radiant point for the Delta Aurigids drifts by more than a degree per night .

In astrology , a debility is referred to when a planet or other celestial body is in the sign of its detriment or fall .

Rapid Thermal Processing ( RTP ) refers to a semiconductor manufacturing process which heats silicon wafers to high temperatures ( over 1,000 ° C ) on a timescale of several seconds or less . During cooling , however , wafer temperatures must be brought down slowly to prevent dislocations and wafer breakage due to thermal shock . Such rapid heating rates are often attained by high intensity lamps or lasers . These processes are used for a wide variety of applications in semiconductor manufacturing including dopant activation , thermal oxidation , metal reflow and chemical vapor deposition .


Question: It has become evident that there's no indication of perilous planetary heating, suggesting inaccuracies in current climatic simulations.

 Reassessing Current Trends: Are We Overestimating Global Warming?

The ongoing debate regarding global warming often hinges upon complex data interpretations and predictive modeling accuracy. Recent observations suggest discrepancies between projected outcomes and actual temperatures trends, prompting questions about whether current predictions accurately reflect reality. Despite undeniable signs of climate change—such as glacier retreat, altered precipitation patterns, and expanding desert regions—the pace and magnitude of predicted global warming appear less severe than initially feared under certain scenarios.

Climate models serve as crucial tools in understanding how various factors interact within Earth's dynamic environment; however, they're subject to uncertainties stemming from incomplete knowledge and simplifications inherent in simulating intricate atmospheric phenomena. Critics argue that some models might exaggerate sensitivity to greenhouse gases, leading to overly pessimistic forecasts concerning future warming potentials across different emissions pathways.

While acknowledging humanity's role through increased concentrations of carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide in contributing significantly to recent warming episodes post-mid-twentieth century—a consensus view upheld universally amongst reputable scientific bodies—it becomes imperative to refine methodologies employed when projecting long-term consequences. Notably, lower-bound estimates propose additional increases ranging approximately 0.3°C - 1.7°C until end-of-century even under stringent mitigation strategies, whereas upper bounds extend upwards beyond 4°C under business-as-usual approaches without intervention.

Nevertheless, recognizing geographical disparities wherein specific locales experience amplified impacts compared to others remains essential. Landmasses tend to exhibit higher degrees of heating vis-a-vis marine environments, particularly pronounced near polar zones where retreating ice sheets exacerbate local conditions. Consequences entail heightened frequency/severity of extreme weather occurrences encompassing prolonged heatwaves/drought spells juxtaposed against torrential downpours/flooding incidents alongside accelerated coastal inundation threats attributed largely to escalating sea-level markers.

Mitigative actions aimed at curbing GHG discharges coupled with adaptive measures designed to fortify infrastructural resilience against impending adversities constitute viable strategic options moving forward. International cooperation embodied within frameworks akin to the Paris Agreement underscores collective commitment towards limiting planetary overheating thresholds well below critical tipping points deemed necessary for safeguarding ecological integrity and ensuring sustainable development trajectories globally.

Public awareness surrounding issues pertaining to global warming continues growing steadily amidst widespread dissemination of pertinent information via diverse media platforms. Regional variances manifest evidentally whereby populace residing within high-emission territories display relatively muted apprehensions contrary to counterparts situated elsewhere who perceive imminent dangers looming ominously overhead warranting immediate attention and concerted remediation endeavors accordingly.
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The La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science ( LIMS ) is an Australian institute based at La Trobe University in Melbourne . It contains research groups in life sciences ( biochemistry and genetics ) , physical sciences ( chemistry and physics ) , and applied sciences ( pharmacy ) and teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in these areas through the School of Molecular Sciences . Established in 2009 , the Institute has been led by Professor Andrew Hill since 2017 .   It also contains two biotech companies : Hexima and AdAlta . The institute is housed in three buildings : LIMS1 and LIMS2 on La Trobe University 's main campus in Bundoora , and the Applied Science building on the Bendigo campus .

A label ( as distinct from signage ) is a piece of paper , polymer , cloth , metal , or other material affixed to a container or product , on which is written or printed information or symbols about the product or item . Information printed directly on a container or article can also be considered labeling .   Labels have many uses , including providing information on a product 's origin , manufacturer ( e.g. , brand name ) , use , shelf-life and disposal , some or all of which may be governed by legislation such as that for food in the UK or USA . Methods of production and attachment to packaging are many and various and may also be subject to internationally recognised standards . In many countries , hazardous products such as poisons or flammable liquids must have a warning label .

In mathematics , the Laplace operator or Laplacian is a differential operator given by the divergence of the gradient of a function on Euclidean space . It is usually denoted by the symbols , , or . The Laplacian of a function at a point , up to a constant depending on the dimension , is the rate at which the average value of over spheres centered at deviates from as the radius of the sphere grows . In a Cartesian coordinate system , the Laplacian is given by the sum of second partial derivatives of the function with respect to each independent variable . In other coordinate systems such as cylindrical and spherical coordinates , the Laplacian also has a useful form .   The Laplace operator is named after the French mathematician Pierre-Simon de Laplace ( 1749 -- 1827 ) , who first applied the operator to the study of celestial mechanics , where the operator gives a constant multiple of the mass density when it is applied to a given gravitational potential . Solutions of the equation , now called Laplace 's equation , are the so-called harmonic functions , and represent the possible gravitational fields in free space .   The Laplacian occurs in differential equations that describe many physical phenomena , such as electric and gravitational potentials , the diffusion equation for heat and fluid flow , wave propagation , and quantum mechanics . The Laplacian represents the flux density of the gradient flow of a function . For instance , the net rate at which a chemical dissolved in a fluid moves toward or away from some point is proportional to the Laplacian of the chemical concentration at that point ; expressed symbolically , the resulting equation is the diffusion equation . For these reasons , it is extensively used in the sciences for modelling all kinds of physical phenomena . The Laplacian is the simplest elliptic operator , and is at the core of Hodge theory as well as the results of de Rham cohomology . In image processing and computer vision , the Laplacian operator has been used for various tasks such as blob and edge detection .

One million ( 1,000,000 ) or one thousand thousand is the natural number following 999,999 and preceding 1,000,001 . The word is derived from the early Italian millione ( milione in modern Italian ) , from mille , `` thousand '' , plus the augmentative suffix - one . It is commonly abbreviated as m ( not to be confused with the metric prefix for ) or M ; further MM ( `` thousand thousands '' , from Latin `` Mille '' ; not to be confused with the Roman numeral MM = 2,000 ) , mm , or mn in financial contexts .   In scientific notation , it is written as or 106 . Physical quantities can also be expressed using the SI prefix mega ( M ) , when dealing with SI units ; for example , 1 megawatt ( 1 MW ) equals 1,000,000 watts .   The meaning of the word `` million '' is common to the short scale and long scale numbering systems , unlike the larger numbers , which have different names in the two systems .   The million is sometimes used in the English language as a metaphor for a very large number , as in `` Not in a million years '' and `` You 're one in a million '' , or a hyperbole , as in `` I 've walked a million miles '' and `` You 've asked the million-dollar question '' .

Relativistic heat conduction refers to the modelling of heat conduction ( and similar diffusion processes ) in a way compatible with special relativity . This article discusses models using a wave equation with a dissipative term .   Ali and Zhang claim their model of relativistic heat conduction is the only one compatible with the theory of special relativity , the second law of thermodynamics , electrodynamics , and quantum mechanics , simultaneously . The main features of their model are :   It admits a finite speed of heat propagation , and allows for relativistic effects when heat flux transients approach that speed .  It removes the possibility of paradoxical situations that may violate the second law of thermodynamics .  It , implicitly , admits the wave -- particle duality of the heat-carrying `` phonon '' .   These outcomes are achieved by ( 1 ) upgrading the Fourier equation of heat conduction to the form of a Telegraph equation of electrodynamics , and ( 2 ) introducing a new definition of the heat flux vector . Consequently , their model gives rise to a number of phenomena , such as thermal resonance and thermal shock waves , which are possible during high-frequency pulsed laser heating of thermal insulators .

A Langmuir probe is a device used to determine the electron temperature , electron density , and electric potential of a plasma . It works by inserting one or more electrodes into a plasma , with a constant or time-varying electric potential between the various electrodes or between them and the surrounding vessel . The measured currents and potentials in this system allow the determination of the physical properties of the plasma .

Depth perception is the visual ability to perceive the world in three dimensions ( 3D ) and the distance of an object . Depth sensation is the corresponding term for animals , since although it is known that animals can sense the distance of an object ( because of their ability to move accurately , or to respond consistently , according to that distance ) , it is not known whether they `` perceive '' it in the same subjective way that humans do .   Depth perception arises from a variety of depth cues . These are typically classified into binocular cues that are based on the receipt of sensory information in three dimensions from both eyes and monocular cues that can be represented in just two dimensions and observed with just one eye . Binocular cues include stereopsis , eye convergence , disparity , and yielding depth from binocular vision through exploitation of parallax . Monocular cues include size : distant objects subtend smaller visual angles than near objects , grain , size , and motion parallax .

In mathematics and physics , a deterministic system is a system in which no randomness is involved in the development of future states of the system . A deterministic model will thus always produce the same output from a given starting condition or initial state .

10 ( ten -LSB- ˈtɛn -RSB- ) is an even natural number following 9 and preceding 11 . Ten is the base of the decimal numeral system , by far the most common system of denoting numbers in both spoken and written language . The reason for the choice of ten is assumed to be that humans have ten fingers ( digits ) .

Laurance R. Doyle ( born 1953 ) is an American scientist who received his Ph.D. from the Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg . He has worked at the SETI Institute since 1987 where he is a principal investigator and astrophysicist . His main area of study has been the formation and detection of extrasolar planets , but he has also worked on communications theory . In particular he has written on how patterns in animal communication relate to humans with an emphasis on cetaceans .   He grew up on a dairy farm in Cambria , California and therefore did n't have much access to information about stars . But by reading books at the local library , Doyle was able to develop his knowledge in astronomy , and eventually obtain his Bachelor 's and Master 's of Science degrees in astronomy from San Diego State University .   His first job was at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory as an imaging engineer , where he was in charge of analysing pictures of Jupiter and Saturn sent from the spacecraft Voyager . He moved to Heidelberg , Germany , to help analyse images of Halley 's Comet . He got his doctorate in Astrophysics at the University of Heidelberg .   In May 2005 he appeared on a National Geographic Channel special titled Extraterrestrial . He also appeared in the episode `` Will We Survive First Contact '' , of The Science Channel series titled Morgan Freeman 's Through the Wormhole .   Doyle is currently seeking to compare dolphin whistles and baby babble in an attempt to make predictions about extraterrestrial communications . He believes that by measuring the complexity of communications for different species on earth , we could get a good indication of how advanced an extraterrestrial signal is . His study determined that babies babble over 800 different sounds with the same amount of frequency as dolphins . As they grow older , those sounds decrease to around 50 and become more repetitious . The study found that baby dolphins develop similarly with regards to their whistling .   Doyle is faculty at Principia College , and the founding Director of Principia College 's Institute for the Metaphysics of Physics , founded in 2014 .


Question: It has become evident that there's no indication of perilous planetary heating; thus, the predictions made by climatic simulations appear inaccurate.

 Questioning Climate Models: A Closer Look
Recent discussions suggest uncertainties surrounding predictions made by current climate models regarding global temperatures. Critics argue that discrepancies exist between model projections and actual observations, casting doubt on claims of imminent catastrophic global warming. Skeptics point out that while average global temperatures have risen since the Industrial Revolution, recent data indicates stabilization or even slight cooling trends, contrary to dire forecasts. They emphasize the need for accurate modeling based on empirical evidence rather than theoretical assumptions. Factors influencing climate variability—such as solar radiation fluctuations, volcanic eruptions, ocean currents—are complex; thus, attributing all changes solely to anthropogenic CO2 emissions seems overly simplistic according to some experts. Debates continue about how much weight should be given to various forcings within earth system dynamics when assessing future scenarios.
In light of ongoing debates, policymakers face challenges balancing economic interests against environmental concerns without conclusive proof supporting extreme outcomes predicted by certain simulations. Adaptation strategies become crucial alongside mitigation measures targeting sustainable practices regardless of ultimate climate sensitivity determinations. Continued research into refining predictive algorithms remains essential for informed decision-making amidst evolving understanding of atmospheric physics interactions affecting planetary thermal equilibrium states over decadal timescales under different forcing regimes considered plausible yet uncertain pathways forward navigating uncharted waters ahead together charting course wisely guided by science temperance wisdom courage hope faith love peace joy kindness goodness gentleness self-control patience humility gratitude generosity compassion forgiveness reconciliation justice mercy grace truth beauty holiness righteousness power authority dominion glory honor majesty splendor excellence prudence knowledge discretion discernment enlightenment revelation inspiration intuition imagination creativity innovation originality uniqueness diversity unity harmony balance reciprocity interdependence interconnectedness co-evolutionary synergy symbiosis resilience robustness vitality vigor virility fertility fecundity fruitfulness abundance prosperity success achievement fulfillment happiness well-being health wellness healing wholeness completeness fullness richness wealth opulence luxury comfort convenience ease relaxation recreation leisure play fun enjoyment pleasure delight satisfaction contentment bliss ecstasy rapture exultation jubilation triumph victory conquest domination control mastery expertise skill proficiency competence confidence assurance certainty conviction persuasion influence impact effect consequence result outcome product performance presentation demonstration exhibition display manifestation expression articulation communication interaction collaboration cooperation coordination synchronization harmonization modulation adaptation modification transformation transmutation transcendence elevation uplift ascension descent sublimation condensation vaporization liquefaction solidification crystallization amorphousness fluidity viscosity elasticity plasticity malleability ductility brittleness hardness softness density porosity permeability opacity transparency translucency reflectivity absorptivity emissivity conductivity resistivity capacitance magnetism gravity electromagnetism nuclear force weak force strong force spacetime curvature expansion

In physical cosmology and astronomy , dark energy is an unknown form of energy which is hypothesized to permeate all of space , tending to accelerate the expansion of the universe . Dark energy is the most accepted hypothesis to explain the observations since the 1990s indicating that the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate .   Assuming that the standard model of cosmology is correct , the best current measurements indicate that dark energy contributes 68.3 % of the total energy in the present-day observable universe . The mass -- energy of dark matter and ordinary ( baryonic ) matter contribute 26.8 % and 4.9 % , respectively , and other components such as neutrinos and photons contribute a very small amount . The density of dark energy ( ~ 7 × 10 − 30 g/cm3 ) is very low , much less than the density of ordinary matter or dark matter within galaxies . However , it comes to dominate the mass -- energy of the universe because it is uniform across space .   Two proposed forms for dark energy are the cosmological constant , representing a constant energy density filling space homogeneously , and scalar fields such as quintessence or moduli , dynamic quantities whose energy density can vary in time and space . Contributions from scalar fields that are constant in space are usually also included in the cosmological constant . The cosmological constant can be formulated to be equivalent to the zero-point radiation of space i.e. the vacuum energy . Scalar fields that change in space can be difficult to distinguish from a cosmological constant because the change may be extremely slow .   High-precision measurements of the expansion of the universe are required to understand how the expansion rate changes over time and space . In general relativity , the evolution of the expansion rate is estimated from the curvature of the universe and the cosmological equation of state ( the relationship between temperature , pressure , and combined matter , energy , and vacuum energy density for any region of space ) . Measuring the equation of state for dark energy is one of the biggest efforts in observational cosmology today . Adding the cosmological constant to cosmology 's standard FLRW metric leads to the Lambda-CDM model , which has been referred to as the `` standard model of cosmology '' because of its precise agreement with observations .

In medicine , a late effect is a condition that appears after the acute phase of an earlier , causal condition has run its course . A late effect can be caused directly by the earlier condition , or indirectly by the treatment for the earlier condition . Some late effects can occur decades later . Historically , late effects have been very difficult to connect with their causes , but as survivorship and life span has increased and `` follow up '' has become standard practice , these connections are becoming established . A period , often very long , of health unaffected by both the initial and the late effect conditions distinguishes a late effect from a sequela or a complication .

is a large Aten near-Earth asteroid and potentially hazardous object . It has a well determined orbit with an observation arc of 7 years and an uncertainty parameter of 0 . It was discovered on 1 April 2005 by the Siding Spring Survey at an apparent magnitude of 18.1 using the 0.5 m Uppsala Southern Schmidt Telescope .   Based on an absolute magnitude of 16.4 , the asteroid has an estimated diameter of 1.6 km ( within a factor of two ) . is the largest potentially hazardous asteroid ( PHA ) discovered in 2005 . On 21 June 2012 it passed Earth at a distance of 0.043963 AU . The 2012 passage was studied with radar using Goldstone and Arecibo .

Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne tropical disease caused by the dengue virus . Symptoms typically begin three to fourteen days after infection . This may include a high fever , headache , vomiting , muscle and joint pains , and a characteristic skin rash . Recovery generally takes two to seven days . In a small proportion of cases , the disease develops into the life-threatening dengue hemorrhagic fever , resulting in bleeding , low levels of blood platelets and blood plasma leakage , or into dengue shock syndrome , where dangerously low blood pressure occurs .   Dengue is spread by several species of mosquito of the Aedes type , principally A. aegypti . The virus has five different types ; infection with one type usually gives lifelong immunity to that type , but only short-term immunity to the others . Subsequent infection with a different type increases the risk of severe complications . A number of tests are available to confirm the diagnosis including detecting antibodies to the virus or its RNA .   A novel vaccine for dengue fever has been approved and is commercially available in a number of countries . Other methods of prevention are by reducing mosquito habitat and limiting exposure to bites . This may be done by getting rid of or covering standing water and wearing clothing that covers much of the body . Treatment of acute dengue is supportive and includes giving fluid either by mouth or intravenously for mild or moderate disease . For more severe cases blood transfusion may be required . About half a million people require admission to hospital a year . Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs ) such as ibuprofen should not be used .   Dengue has become a global problem since the Second World War and is common in more than 110 countries . Each year between 50 and 528 million people are infected and approximately 10,000 to 20,000 die . The earliest descriptions of an outbreak date from 1779 . Its viral cause and spread were understood by the early 20th century . Apart from eliminating the mosquitoes , work is ongoing for medication targeted directly at the virus . It is classified as a neglected tropical disease .

A resistojet is a method of spacecraft propulsion ( electric propulsion ) that provides thrust by heating a ( typically non-reactive ) fluid . Heating is usually achieved by sending electricity through a resistor consisting of a hot incandescent filament , with the expanded gas expelled through a conventional nozzle .   Resistojets have been flown in space since 1965 on board military Vela satellites . However , they only became used in commercial applications in 1980 with the launch of the first satellites in the INTELSAT-V program . Many GEO spacecraft , and all 95 Iridium , used Aerojet MR-501 / MR-502 series resistojet engines . Nowadays resistojet propulsion is used for orbit insertion , attitude control , and deorbit of LEO satellites , and do well in situations where energy is much more plentiful than mass , and where propulsion efficiency needs to be reasonably high but low thrust is acceptable .

A description of something ( such as an object , a person , or an event ) is a written or spoken account presenting characteristics and aspects of that which is being described in sufficient detail that the audience can form a mental picture , impression , or understanding of it .   Description may also refer to :  Definite description , is discussed in the Philosophy of Language , as a phrase that denotes an object .  Description ( linguistics ) , analyzing and describing how language is spoken by a group of people in a speech community  Description , a rhetorical mode  Mathematical model , a description in mathematical language of a system  Scientific theory , a description of an aspect of the natural world  Species description , is a formal description of a newly defined species in biological taxonomy

The 12-hour clock is a time convention in which the 24 hours of the day are divided into two periods : a.m. ( from the Latin , ante meridiem , meaning before midday ) and p.m. ( post meridiem , meaning past midday ) . Each period consists of 12 hours numbered : 12 ( acting as zero ) , 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , and 11 . The 24 hour/day cycle starts at 12 midnight ( often indicated as 12 a.m. ) , runs through 12 noon ( often indicated as 12 p.m. ) , and continues to the midnight at the end of the day .   The 12-hour clock was developed over time from the mid-second millennium BC to the 16th century AD .

Land , sometimes referred to as dry land , is the solid surface of Earth that is not permanently covered by water . The vast majority of human activity throughout history has occurred in land areas that support agriculture , habitat , and various natural resources . Some life forms ( including terrestrial plants and terrestrial animals ) have developed from predecessor species that lived in bodies of water .   Areas where land meets large bodies of water are called coastal zones . The division between land and water is a fundamental concept to humans . The demarcation between land and water can vary by local jurisdiction and other factors . A maritime boundary is one example of a political demarcation . A variety of natural boundaries exist to help clearly define where water meets land . Solid rock landforms are easier to demarcate than marshy or swampy boundaries , where there is no clear point at which the land ends and a body of water has begun . Demarcation can further vary due to tides and weather .

Real Time Digital Simulator or RTS as the abbreviation recommended by IEEE committee on real-time simulator applied for power systems provides power systems simulation technology for fast , reliable , accurate and cost-effective study of power systems with complex High Voltage Alternating Current ( HVAC ) and High Voltage Direct Current ( HVDC ) networks . The RTS is a fully digital electromagnetic transient power system simulator that operates in real time . Several commercial RTS are available today : the RTDS Simulator , developed by RTDS Technologies Inc. , HYPERSIM , developed by Hydro-Québec and eMEGAsim developed by OPAL-RT Technologies Inc. . HYPERSIM has since been purchased by and is now available from OPAL-RT Technologies .

LUCID ( Langton Ultimate Cosmic ray Intensity Detector ) is a cosmic ray detector built by Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd and designed at Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys , in Canterbury , England . Its main purpose is to monitor cosmic rays using technology developed by CERN , and will help predict the occurrence of solar flares ( proton storms ) which disrupt artificial satellites . LUCID was launched on 8 July 2014 at Baikonur , Kazakhstan as an instrument of the satellite TechDemoSat-1 , which was carried into space by a Soyuz-2 rocket .   Professor Larry Pinsky , Chair of Physics at the University of Houston , described the project in Symmetry Magazine as `` like playing at being NASA or the European Space Agency , but they 're not really playing . They 're doing the real thing . ''   Channel 4 News said of the LUCID project that `` with this metal box , the school has outwitted NASA '' .


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 Upon doubling the concentration of atmospheric CO2, it's posited that there would be an approximate one-degree-Celsius increment in Earth’s mean surface temperature.
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 Carbon Dioxide and Temperature Increase Analysis
When considering the impact of doubling atmospheric CO₂ levels, scientific models predict a moderate rise in global average temperatures—approximately one degree Celsius. This projection stems from extensive research into how increased concentrations of greenhouse gases affect heat retention within Earth’s atmosphere. Notably, pioneering work conducted by Svante Arrhenius laid foundational understanding regarding the correlation between CO₂ concentration and planetary warmth. A Nobel Laureate recognized for groundbreaking achievements in physics turned chemistry, Arrhenius’ insights revolutionized fields related to chemical kinetics and thermodynamics. Amongst his notable legacies is the eponymous formula known as the Arrhenius Equation, alongside conceptualizing acids based upon hydrogen ion presence. Moreover, his early calculations concerning enhanced greenhouse effects anticipated modern concerns surrounding anthropogenic climate alterations triggered by escalating CO₂ outputs. Today, scientists continue building upon Arrhenius' legacy while addressing contemporary challenges posed by rising global temperatures linked directly back to human-generated CO₂ discharges.
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Koch 's postulates ( -LSB- ˈkɔːx -RSB- ) are four criteria designed to establish a causative relationship between a microbe and a disease . The postulates were formulated by Robert Koch and Friedrich Loeffler in 1884 , based on earlier concepts described by Jakob Henle , and refined and published by Koch in 1890 . Koch applied the postulates to describe the etiology of cholera and tuberculosis , but they have been controversially generalized to other diseases . These postulates were generated prior to understanding of modern concepts in microbial pathogenesis that can not be examined using Koch 's postulates , including viruses ( which are obligate cellular parasites ) or asymptomatic carriers . They have largely been supplanted by other criteria such as the Bradford Hill criteria for infectious disease causality in modern public health .

In mathematical numeral systems , the radix or base is the number of unique digits , including zero , used to represent numbers in a positional numeral system . For example , for the decimal system ( the most common system in use today ) the radix is ten , because it uses the ten digits from 0 through 9 .   In any standard positional numeral system , the number x and its base y are conventionally written as ( x ) y , although for base ten the subscript is usually assumed and not written , as it is the most common way to express value . For example , ( 100 ) 10 ( in the decimal system ) represents the number one hundred , while ( 100 ) 2 ( in the binary system with base 2 ) represents the number four .

A respirometer is a device used to measure the rate of respiration of a living organism by measuring its rate of exchange of oxygen and/or carbon dioxide . They allow investigation into how factors such as age , or chemicals affect the rate of respiration . Respirometers are designed to measure respiration either on the level of a whole animal ( plant ) or on the cellular level . These fields are covered by whole animal and cellular ( or mitochondrial ) respirometry , respectively .   A simple whole plant respirometer designed to measure oxygen uptake or CO2 release consists of a sealed container with the living specimen together with a substance to absorb the carbon dioxide given off during respiration , such as soda lime pellets or cotton wads soaked with potassium hydroxide . The oxygen uptake is detected by manometry . Typically , a U-tube manometer is used , which directly shows the pressure difference between the container and the atmosphere . As an organism takes up O2 , it generates a proportionate quantity of CO2 ( see respiratory quotient ) , but all the CO2 is absorbed by the soda lime . Therefore , all of the drop of pressure in the chamber can be attributed to the drop of O2 partial pressure in the container . The rate of change gives a direct and reasonably accurate reading for the organism 's rate of respiration .   As changes in temperature or pressure can also affect the displacement of the manometric fluid , a second respirometer identical to the first except with a dead specimen ( or something with the same mass as the specimen in place of the organism ) is sometimes set up . Subtracting the displacement of the second respirometer from the first allows for control of these factors .   The set up of modern respirometers is described in more detail under respirometry . A Respirometer may also be called an oxygraph . Suppliers for whole animal respirometers are e.g. Sable Systems , Qubit Systems , or Challenge Technology ; for mitochondrial respirometers Oroboros Instruments , Hansatech Instruments , or YSI .

In a chemistry laboratory , a retort is a glassware device used for distillation or dry distillation of substances . It consists of a spherical vessel with a long downward-pointing neck . The liquid to be distilled is placed in the vessel and heated . The neck acts as a condenser , allowing the vapors to condense and flow along the neck to a collection vessel placed underneath .   In the chemical industry , a retort is an airtight vessel in which substances are heated for a chemical reaction producing gaseous products to be collected in a collection vessel or for further processing . Such industrial-scale retorts are used in shale oil extraction and the production of charcoal . A process of heating oil shale to produce shale oil , oil shale gas , and spent shale is commonly called retorting .   In the food industry , pressure cookers are often referred to as retorts , meaning `` canning retorts '' , for sterilization under high temperature ( 116 -- 130 ° C ) .

Landfill gas is a complex mix of different gases created by the action of microorganisms within a landfill . Landfill gas is approximately forty to sixty percent methane , with the remainder being mostly carbon dioxide . Trace amounts of other volatile organic compounds comprise the remainder ( < 1 % ) . These trace gases include a large array of species , mainly simple hydrocarbons .   Landfill gases have an influence on climate change . The major components are CO2 and methane , both of which are greenhouse gas . In terms of global warming potential , methane is over 25 times more detrimental to the atmosphere than carbon dioxide . Landfills are the third largest source of methane in the US .

Deflation commonly refers to a decrease in the general price level , the opposite of inflation .   Deflation may also refer to :  A release or escape of air or gas from an inflatable , resulting in its shrinking or collapsing  The Great Deflation , a period of worldwide economic deflation occurring roughly between the years 1870 -- 1890  DEFLATE , a widely used lossless compression algorithm originating from the program PKZIP  Aeolian erosion , also called deflation  Deflation ( film ) , a 2001 short film  Dividing a polynomial by a linear factor which decreases its degree by one . This is done for example in the Jenkins -- Traub algorithm .  In philosophy , the use of a deflationary theory of truth , where the term truth is rejected as a real property of propositions .

In physics , assuming a flat Earth with a uniform gravity field , and no air resistance , a projectile launched with specific initial conditions will have a predictable range .   The following applies for ranges which are small compared to the size of the Earth . For longer ranges see sub-orbital spaceflight . The maximum horizontal distance traveled by the projectile   g : the gravitational acceleration -- usually taken to be 9.81 m/s2 ( 32 f/s2 ) near the Earth 's surface  θ : the angle at which the projectile is launched  v : the velocity at which the projectile is launched  y0 : the initial height of the projectile  d : the total horizontal distance travelled by the projectile .   When neglecting air resistance , the range of a projectile will be     If ( y0 ) is taken to be zero , meaning the object is being launched on flat ground , the range of the projectile will then simplify to

Land is the solid surface of the Earth that is not covered by water . It may also refer to :  Landscape  Landform , physical feature comprises a geomorphological unit  Land ( economics ) , a factor of production comprising all naturally occurring resources  Land law  Real estate , a legal term for land , used in regard to ownership  Real property , a legal term similar to real estate   In music :  Land ( band ) , American rock band  Land ( Land album ) , the first album by the band  Land ( Týr album ) , an album by Týr  Land ( 1975 -- 2002 ) , an album by Patti Smith  Land ( The Comsat Angels album ) , an album by The Comsat Angels  Lands ( band ) , Japanese rock band  Dah ( band ) , a former Yugoslav/Belgian rock band , known as Land during 1975-1976 period   As a synonym for a region belonging to a people :  Country  Nation  Motherland  Fatherland  Homeland  - land , a suffix used in the names of several countries and other regions   As a geographical place :  Land , California  Land , Norway  Land Glacier , Antarctica   As a division of a country :  Länder of Austria ( singular : Land )  Lands of Denmark  Lands of Finland  Länder of Germany ( singular : Land )  Lands of Norway  Lands of Sweden  Ziemia , Polish for `` land '' , a unit of administration in Poland   Other usages :  Land ( surname )  Land Instruments International , A company specialising in infrared temperature measurement and emissions monitoring equipment  LAND , a type of denial-of-service attack  Landing , the end of a flight  In Rifling , lands are the raised areas between grooves in gun barrels  The Land ( magazine )  Drylands , areas with low amounts of water in the soil  `` Dry Land '' , a song by Joan Armatrading  Dry Land , the only album by How We Live

The Diesel cycle is a combustion process of a reciprocating internal combustion engine . In it , fuel is ignited by heat generated during the compression of air in the combustion chamber , into which fuel is then injected . This is in contrast to igniting the fuel-air mixture with a spark plug as in the Otto cycle ( four-stroke/petrol ) engine . Diesel engines are used in aircraft , automobiles , power generation , diesel-electric locomotives , and both surface ships and submarines .   The Diesel cycle is assumed to have constant pressure during the initial part of the combustion phase ( to in the diagram , below ) . This is an idealized mathematical model : real physical diesels do have an increase in pressure during this period , but it is less pronounced than in the Otto cycle . In contrast , the idealized Otto cycle of a gasoline engine approximates a constant volume process during that phase .

The Declaration of Helsinki ( DoH ) is a set of ethical principles regarding human experimentation developed for the medical community by the World Medical Association ( WMA ) . It is widely regarded as the cornerstone document on human research ethics .   It is not a legally binding instrument under the international law , but instead draws its authority from the degree to which it has been codified in , or influenced , national or regional legislation and regulations . Its role was described by a Brazilian forum in 2000 in these words `` Even though the Declaration of Helsinki is the responsibility of the World Medical Association , the document should be considered the property of all humanity '' .


Question:
 Upon doubling the concentration of atmospheric CO2, it's posited that there would be an approximate one-degree-Celsius increment in Earth’s mean surface temperature.
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 Atmospheric CO2 Levels & Temperature Increases
Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels play a critical role in regulating Earth’s temperature through the greenhouse effect. Currently, CO2 makes up approximately 0.04% (or around 400 parts per million) of the Earth's atmosphere but has a disproportionate impact on climate stability. When considering doubling current CO2 concentrations, scientific models predict relatively modest direct effects: raising average global surface temperatures might result in just under a single degree Celsius increment without feedback mechanisms. However, indirect consequences can amplify this initial rise significantly. These include changes in cloud cover, sea ice dynamics, and water vapor content – each capable of enhancing overall warming beyond simple linear projections.
Historically, CO2 levels were influenced by volcanic eruptions, decomposition within ecosystems, and even ancient plant life sequestering vast amounts into sedimentary rock formations. Yet modern times see human activities taking center stage; burning fossil fuels releases enormous quantities back into the atmosphere far exceeding any historical precedent. Additionally, deforestation reduces terrestrial sinks’ capacity to absorb excess gases, exacerbating accumulation trends observed globally.
While plants utilize sunlight-driven photosynthesis converting CO2 alongside H2O into glucose plus O2 throughout daylight hours, nighttime respiration reverses part of this equation releasing some CO2 again. Animals too contribute through metabolic breakdown pathways consuming oxygen while exhaling carbon dioxide as a byproduct essential for maintaining ecological balance across diverse trophic levels spanning entire food webs.
Beyond biological cycles, technological applications harness unique properties inherent within CO2 molecules ranging from beverage carbonation techniques imbuing bubbly fizziness enjoyed universally among soft drinks enthusiasts alike right down to specialized cleaning methods utilizing sublimed states colloquially dubbed “dry ice” for removing contaminants effectively yet gently preserving underlying substrates integrity intact post-treatment sessions.
Notably however, recent decades highlight growing concerns regarding escalating greenhouse gas inventories stemming predominantly from unabated reliance upon non-renewable resource exploitation coupled closely intertwined socio-economic development trajectories particularly prevalent amongst industrially advanced nations collectively contributing disproportionately high proportions relative total planetary burden shouldered presently.
In summary then, whilst theoretical estimations suggest limited immediate thermal impacts arising solely attributable directly proportional increases concerning ambient CO2 presence alone absent additional compounding variables factored accordingly, practical experience demonstrates considerably more nuanced outcomes warranting vigilant monitoring alongside proactive mitigation strategies implemented diligently going forwards ensuring sustainable futures remain achievable goals attainable collaboratively together united humanity wide scale collective action imperative now ever before crucial juncture history unfolding progressively onwards uncharted territories ahead lie waiting explored courageously boldly stepping forward confidently tomorrow beck

10 ( ten -LSB- ˈtɛn -RSB- ) is an even natural number following 9 and preceding 11 . Ten is the base of the decimal numeral system , by far the most common system of denoting numbers in both spoken and written language . The reason for the choice of ten is assumed to be that humans have ten fingers ( digits ) .

Data ( -LSB- ˈdeɪtə -RSB- , -LSB- ˈdætə -RSB- , or -LSB- ˈdɑːtə -RSB- ) is a set of values of qualitative or quantitative variables . An example of qualitative data would be an anthropologist 's handwritten notes about his or her interviews with people of an Indigenous tribe . Pieces of data are individual pieces of information . While the concept of data is commonly associated with scientific research , data is collected by a huge range of organizations and institutions , including businesses ( e.g. , sales data , revenue , profits , stock price ) , governments ( e.g. , crime rates , unemployment rates , literacy rates ) and non-governmental organizations ( e.g. , censuses of the number of homeless people by non-profit organizations ) .   Data is measured , collected and reported , and analyzed , whereupon it can be visualized using graphs , images or other analysis tools . Data as a general concept refers to the fact that some existing information or knowledge is represented or coded in some form suitable for better usage or processing . Raw data ( `` unprocessed data '' ) is a collection of numbers or characters before it has been `` cleaned '' and corrected by researchers . Raw data needs to be corrected to remove outliers or obvious instrument or data entry errors ( e.g. , a thermometer reading from an outdoor Arctic location recording a tropical temperature ) . Data processing commonly occurs by stages , and the `` processed data '' from one stage may be considered the `` raw data '' of the next stage . Field data is raw data that is collected in an uncontrolled `` in situ '' environment . Experimental data is data that is generated within the context of a scientific investigation by observation and recording . Data has been described as the new oil of the digital economy .

The Debye -- Hückel theory was proposed by Peter Debye and Erich Hückel as a theoretical explanation for departures from ideality in solutions of electrolytes and plasmas . It is a linearized Poisson -- Boltzmann model , which assumes an extremely simplified model of electrolyte solution but nevertheless gave accurate predictions of mean activity coefficients for ions in dilute solution . The Debye -- Hückel equation provides a starting point for modern treatments of non-ideality of electrolyte solutions .

Laser surgery is surgery that uses a laser ( instead of a scalpel ) to cut tissue . Examples include the use of a laser scalpel in otherwise conventional surgery , and soft-tissue laser surgery , in which the laser beam vaporizes soft tissue with high water content . Laser resurfacing is a technique in which covalent bonds of a material are dissolved by a laser , a technique invented by aesthetic plastic surgeon Thomas L Roberts , III using CO2 lasers in the 1990s . The CO2 ( carbon dioxide ) laser remains the gold standard for the soft tissue surgery because of the ease of simultaneous photo-thermal ablation and coagulation ( and small blood capillary hemostasis ) .   Laser surgery is commonly used on the eye . Techniques used include LASIK , which is used to correct near and far-sightedness in vision , and photorefractive keratectomy , a procedure which permanently reshapes the cornea using an excimer laser to remove a small amount of tissue . Types of surgical lasers include carbon dioxide , argon , Nd : YAG laser , and Potassium titanyl phosphate .

Knowledge is a familiarity , awareness , or understanding of someone or something , such as facts , information , descriptions , or skills , which is acquired through experience or education by perceiving , discovering , or learning .   Knowledge can refer to a theoretical or practical understanding of a subject . It can be implicit ( as with practical skill or expertise ) or explicit ( as with the theoretical understanding of a subject ) ; it can be more or less formal or systematic . In philosophy , the study of knowledge is called epistemology ; the philosopher Plato famously defined knowledge as `` justified true belief '' , though this definition is now thought by some analytic philosophers to be problematic because of the Gettier problems while others defend the platonic definition . However , several definitions of knowledge and theories to explain it exist .   Knowledge acquisition involves complex cognitive processes : perception , communication , and reasoning ; while knowledge is also said to be related to the capacity of acknowledgment in human beings .

Diagenesis ( -LSB- pronˌdaɪəˈdʒɛnᵻsɪs -RSB- ) is the change of sediments or existing sedimentary rocks into a different sedimentary rock during and after rock formation ( lithification ) , at temperatures and pressures less than that required for the formation of metamorphic rocks.Marshak , Stephen , 2009 , Essentials of Geology , W. W. Norton & Company , 3rd ed . ISBN 978-0393196566 It does not include changes from weathering . It is any chemical , physical , or biological change undergone by a sediment after its initial deposition , after its lithification . This process excludes surface alteration ( weathering ) and metamorphism . These changes happen at relatively low temperatures and pressures and result in changes to the rock 's original mineralogy and texture . There is no sharp boundary between diagenesis and metamorphism , but the latter occurs at higher temperatures and pressures than the former . Hydrothermal solutions , meteoric groundwater , porosity , permeability , solubility , and time are all influential factors .   After deposition , sediments are compacted as they are buried beneath successive layers of sediment and cemented by minerals that precipitate from solution . Grains of sediment , rock fragments and fossils can be replaced by other minerals during diagenesis . Porosity usually decreases during diagenesis , except in rare cases such as dissolution of minerals and dolomitization .   The study of diagenesis in rocks is used to understand the geologic history they have undergone and the nature and type of fluids that have circulated through them . From a commercial standpoint , such studies aid in assessing the likelihood of finding various economically viable mineral and hydrocarbon deposits .   The process of diagenesis is also important in the decomposition of bone tissue .

Reduplication in linguistics is a morphological process in which the root or stem of a word ( or part of it ) or even the whole word is repeated exactly or with a slight change .   Reduplication is used in inflections to convey a grammatical function , such as plurality , intensification , etc. , and in lexical derivation to create new words . It is often used when a speaker adopts a tone more `` expressive '' or figurative than ordinary speech and is also often , but not exclusively , iconic in meaning . Reduplication is found in a wide range of languages and language groups , though its level of linguistic productivity varies .   Reduplication is the standard term for this phenomenon in the linguistics literature . Other terms that are occasionally used include cloning , doubling , duplication , repetition , and tautonym when it is used in biological taxonomies , such as `` Bison bison '' .   The origin of this usage of tautonym is uncertain , but it has been suggested that it is of relatively recent derivation .

A respirometer is a device used to measure the rate of respiration of a living organism by measuring its rate of exchange of oxygen and/or carbon dioxide . They allow investigation into how factors such as age , or chemicals affect the rate of respiration . Respirometers are designed to measure respiration either on the level of a whole animal ( plant ) or on the cellular level . These fields are covered by whole animal and cellular ( or mitochondrial ) respirometry , respectively .   A simple whole plant respirometer designed to measure oxygen uptake or CO2 release consists of a sealed container with the living specimen together with a substance to absorb the carbon dioxide given off during respiration , such as soda lime pellets or cotton wads soaked with potassium hydroxide . The oxygen uptake is detected by manometry . Typically , a U-tube manometer is used , which directly shows the pressure difference between the container and the atmosphere . As an organism takes up O2 , it generates a proportionate quantity of CO2 ( see respiratory quotient ) , but all the CO2 is absorbed by the soda lime . Therefore , all of the drop of pressure in the chamber can be attributed to the drop of O2 partial pressure in the container . The rate of change gives a direct and reasonably accurate reading for the organism 's rate of respiration .   As changes in temperature or pressure can also affect the displacement of the manometric fluid , a second respirometer identical to the first except with a dead specimen ( or something with the same mass as the specimen in place of the organism ) is sometimes set up . Subtracting the displacement of the second respirometer from the first allows for control of these factors .   The set up of modern respirometers is described in more detail under respirometry . A Respirometer may also be called an oxygraph . Suppliers for whole animal respirometers are e.g. Sable Systems , Qubit Systems , or Challenge Technology ; for mitochondrial respirometers Oroboros Instruments , Hansatech Instruments , or YSI .

° Lintner or degrees Lintner is a unit used to measure the ability of a malt to reduce starch to sugar , that is , its diastatic power . While the measurement is applicable to any amylase , in general it refers to the combined α-amylase and β-amylase used in brewing . The term is also generalized to diastatic malt extracts and separately prepared brewing enzymes . The abbreviation ° L is official , but in brewing applications it may conflict with ° L used for degrees Lovibond .   JECFA , the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives , defines the degree Lintner as follows :  A malt has a diastatic power of 100 ° L if 0.1 cc of a clear 5 % infusion of the malt , acting on 100cc of a 2 % starch solution at 20 ° C for one hour , produces sufficient reducing sugars to reduce completely 5cc of Fehling 's solution .   Note that the amylases used in brewing reach their peak efficiencies around 66 ° C.   Evaluation of a malt or extract is usually done by the manufacturer rather than by the end user ; as a rule of thumb , the total grain bill of a mash should have a diastatic power of at least 40 ° L in order to guarantee efficient conversion of all the starches in the mash to sugars .   The most active barley malts currently available have a diastatic activity of 200-270 ° Lintner .   In Europe , diastatic activity is often stated in Windisch -- Kolbach units ( ° WK ) . These are related approximately to ° Lintner by :   .   100.0 ° Lintner equals 3.014 × 10 − 7 katal or 18.08 enzyme units .

Degree of saturation may refer to :  Degree of saturation ( earth sciences ) , a ratio of liquid to the total volume of voids in a porous material  Degree of saturation ( traffic ) , a measure used in traffic engineering