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 Upon conducting comprehensive analyses which factor in every radiative forcing agent alongside the thermal uptake capacity of our seas, evidence emerges confirming planetary temperature elevations aligning strikingly with projected estimations. This substantiates the assertion that Earth's recent climatic shifts manifest anticipated levels of augmentation.
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 Calculating Earth’s Temperature Rise: A Comprehensive Analysis
When evaluating how much the Earth has warmed due to increased atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases, scientists consider various factors to accurately assess the impact. These elements encompass both direct measurements and theoretical models based on physics principles. By factoring in every significant radiative forcing – changes in the Earth's energy balance triggered by alterations in atmospheric composition, land use, volcanic eruptions, and solar variability - researchers can calculate the net effect on planetary temperatures.
A crucial aspect often overlooked when discussing global warming involves oceanic heat uptake; roughly 90% of excess heat trapped within our biosphere gets stored here rather than directly heating up terrestrial surfaces alone. Oceans act as vast reservoirs capable of absorbing tremendous amounts of thermal energy while moderating short-term fluctuations experienced elsewhere across ecosystems. Without considering these dynamics alongside traditional metrics like air temperatures near ground level, any estimate regarding anthropogenic impacts might underestimate true magnitudes involved significantly.
To illustrate this point clearly, let us examine recent findings published following extensive research conducted using state-of-the-art modeling techniques coupled with empirical data gathered globally over several decades. Scientists discovered compelling evidence suggesting contemporary levels observed correspond remarkably well compared against projections made earlier under varying scenarios concerning future emission pathways taken collectively amongst nations participating actively during international summits aimed specifically addressing urgent matters pertaining climate change mitigation strategies going forward into next century ahead.
In summary then, taking everything together demonstrates beyond reasonable doubt humanity plays pivotal role contributing substantially towards ongoing rise seen throughout thermometers readings scattered around globe since pre-industrial era prior onset widespread industrialization practices adopted universally post-18th century onwards leading eventually onto current trajectory whereby CO2 concentration reached record highs exceeding even those witnessed millions years ago before dinosaurs roamed freely upon continents now submerged deep underneath layers sedimentary rock formations deposited eons henceforth encapsulating remnants ancient flora fauna alike entombed forevermore within strata laid down patiently awaiting discovery millennia thenceforward.

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The red clump is a clustering of red giants in the Hertzsprung -- Russell diagram at around 5,000 K and absolute magnitude ( MV ) +0.5 , slightly hotter than most red-giant-branch stars of the same luminosity . It is visible as a more dense region of the red giant branch or a bulge towards hotter temperatures . It is most distinct in many , but not all , galactic open clusters , but it is also noticeable in many intermediate-age globular clusters and in general nearby field stars ( e.g. the Hipparcos stars ) .   The red clump giants are cool horizontal branch stars , stars originally similar to the sun which have undergone a helium flash and are now fusing helium in their cores .

RV Oceanus is a Regional Class research vessel owned by the National Science Foundation . The ship was delivered to the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution ( WHOI ) for operation as a part of the University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System ( UNOLS ) fleet in November , 1975 . Oceanus made her first operational cruise in April , 1976 and operated under WHOI for thirty-six years in the Atlantic with some operations in the Mediterranean and Caribbean . The ship was scheduled to be retired in November 2011 but instead was transferred to Oregon State University , College of Earth , Ocean , and Atmospheric Sciences , for operation , replacing her sister ship , R/V Wecoma .   On January 25 , 2012 the ship began transit to Newport , Oregon and the Hatfield Marine Science Center for operation by Oregon State University . Oceanus and arrived in Newport , Oregon on February 21 , 2012 before the March retirement of Wecoma . The ship is intended as an interim replacement for her sister ship after a National Science Foundation analysis at Oregon State 's request of cost-effective operation of a mid-sized vessel over the period of up to ten years before a new ship is available .   Oceanus was built by Peterson Builders of Sturgeon Bay , Wisconsin to a design by John W. Gilbert Associates , Boston , completed 1975 with a mid-life refit in 1994 . The ship is 177 feet ( 54 m ) in length by 33 feet ( 10 m ) beam and 17.5 feet ( 5.3 m ) draft powered by a single EMD diesel engine of 3,000 SHP for a cruising speed of 11 knots with a 7,000 nautical mile range . She carries a crew of 12 with capacity for up to 19 project personnel with 1,185 square feet of laboratory space .   She was described by WHOI as `` the North Atlantic workhorse of the WHOI-UNOLS fleet '' used extensively in Gulf Stream and ocean circulation systems .

The term deep sea creature refers to organisms that live below the photic zone of the ocean . These creatures must survive in extremely harsh conditions , such as hundreds of bars of pressure , small amounts of oxygen , very little food , no sunlight , and constant , extreme cold . Most creatures have to depend on food floating down from above .   These creatures live in very demanding environments , such as the abyssal or hadal zones , which , being thousands of meters below the surface , are almost completely devoid of light . The water is between 3 and 10 degrees Celsius and has low oxygen levels . Due to the depth , the pressure is between 20 and 1,000 bars . Creatures that live hundreds or even thousands of meters deep in the ocean have adapted to the high pressure , lack of light , and other factors .

A diapir ( -LSB- ˈdaɪ.əpɪər -RSB- French , from Greek diapeirein , to pierce through ) is a type of geologic intrusion in which a more mobile and ductily deformable material is forced into brittle overlying rocks . Depending on the tectonic environment , diapirs can range from idealized mushroom-shaped Rayleigh -- Taylor-instability-type structures in regions with low tectonic stress such as in the Gulf of Mexico to narrow dikes of material that move along tectonically induced fractures in surrounding rock . The term was introduced by the Romanian geologist Ludovic Mrazek , who was the first to understand the principle of salt intrusion and plasticity . The term `` diapir '' may be applied to igneous structures , but it is more commonly applied to non-igneous , relatively cold materials , such as salt domes and mud diapirs .   In addition to Earth-based observations , diapirism is thought to occur on Neptune 's moon Triton , Jupiter 's moon Europa , Saturn 's moon Enceladus , and Uranus 's moon Miranda .   Diapirs commonly intrude vertically upward along fractures or zones of structural weakness through denser overlying rocks because of density contrast between a less dense , lower rock mass and overlying denser rocks . The density contrast manifests as a force of buoyancy . The process is known as diapirism . The resulting structures are also referred to as piercement structures .   In the process , segments of the existing strata can be disconnected and pushed upwards . While moving higher , they retain much of their original properties such as pressure , which can be significantly different from that of the shallower strata they get pushed into . Such overpressured Floaters pose a significant risk when trying to drill through them . There is an analogy to a Galilean thermometer .   Rock types such as evaporitic salt deposits , and gas charged muds are potential sources of diapirs . Diapirs also form in the earth 's mantle when a sufficient mass of hot , less dense magma assembles . Diapirism in the mantle is thought to be associated with the development of large igneous provinces and some mantle plumes .   Explosive , hot volatile rich magma or volcanic eruptions are referred to generally as diatremes . Diatremes are not usually associated with diapirs , as they are small-volume magmas which ascend by volatile plumes , not by density contrast with the surrounding mantle .

Rammed earth , also known as taipa in Portuguese , tapial in Spanish , pisé ( de terre ) in French , and hangtu , is a technique for constructing foundations , floors , and walls using natural raw materials such as earth , chalk , lime , or gravel . It is an ancient method that has been revived recently as a sustainable building material used in a technique of natural building .   Rammed earth is simple to manufacture , non-combustible , thermally massive , strong , and durable . However , structures such as walls can be laborious to construct of rammed earth without machinery , e. g. , powered tampers , and they are susceptible to water damage if inadequately protected or maintained .   Edifices formed of rammed earth are on every continent except Antarctica , in a range of environments including temperate , wet , semiarid desert , montane , and tropical regions . The availability of suitable soil and a building design appropriate for local climatic conditions are the factors that favour its use .

Radiant heating is a technology for heating indoor and outdoor areas . Heating by radiant energy is observed every day , the warmth of the sunshine being the most commonly observed example . Radiant heating as a technology is more narrowly defined . It is the method of intentionally using the principles of radiant heat to transfer radiant energy from an emitting heat source to an object . Designs with radiant heating are seen as replacements for conventional convection heating as well as a way of supplying confined outdoor heating .

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 .

The Desmostylia ( from Greek δεσμά desma , `` bundle '' , and στῦλος stylos , `` pillar '' ) are an extinct order of aquatic mammals that existed from the late Oligocene ( Arikareean ) to the late Miocene ( Tortonian ) .   Desmostylians are the only known extinct order of marine mammals .   The Desmostylia , together with Sirenia and Proboscidea ( and possibly Embrithopoda ) , have traditionally been assigned to the afrotherian clade Tethytheria , a group named after the paleoocean Tethys around which they originally evolved . The relationship between the Desmostylia and the other orders within the Tethytheria has been disputed ; if the common ancestor of all tethytheres was semiaquatic , the Proboscidea became secondarily terrestrial ; alternatively , the Desmostylia and Sirenia could have evolved independently into aquatic mammals . The assignment of Desmostylia to Afrotheria has always been problematic from a biogeographic standpoint , given that Africa was the locus of the early evolution of the Afrotheria while the Desmostylia have only been found along the Pacific Rim . That assignment has been seriously undermined by a 2014 cladistic analysis that places anthracobunids and desmostylians , two major groups of putative non-African afrotheres , close to each other within the laurasiatherian order Perissodactyla . However , a posterior study shows that , while anthracobunids are definite perissodactyls , desmostylians share the same amount of characters necessary for either Paenungulata or Perissodactyla , making their former assessment as afrotheres a possibility .

In geology , lake capture is the process of capture ( see Stream capture ) of the waters collected in a lake by a neighbor river basin .   The occurrence of a lake capture is mainly controlled by the water balance at the lake 's basin and the changes in topography due to erosion , sedimentation , and tectonism . If evaporation at the surface of a lake , plus the water losses through underground infiltration and plant evapotranspiration are high enough to account for all precipitation water collected by the lake , then the lake becomes endorheic , closed , or internally drained . This situation prevails until the water balance changes again and the lake overburdens the limits of its basin or until the lake capture occurs . Opening the drainage of an endorheic lacustrine basin by fluvial erosion generally implies a lake capture .   Lake captures are therefore very sensitive to the preexisting topography as well as to climatic and lithological factors . A climatic change towards more humid conditions can result in a higher water level in the internally drained basin , eventually causing overflow , this . In a longer time-scale , sediment colmatation of the lacustrine basin can also lead to overflow . Both can hinder the relative importance of the capture process carried out by erosion .   Examples include the Late Neogen capture of the endorheic Ebro Basin ( capture ) or the Pleistocene Lake Bonneville .

Dietary exposure assessments involve the evaluation of dietary consumption and chemical residue data while taking into consideration additional factors that may affect a specified population of interest or sensitive population . The process of conducting a dietary exposure assessment involves the determination of the chemical residues on a particular food or foods and the calculation of the dietary exposure to these chemicals based on consumption data for the specified food or foods . In the most simplified form , a dietary exposure assessment can be summarized with the following calculation :   Dietary exposure = food consumption X food chemical concentration   The purpose of calculating dietary exposure to a given chemical or contaminant is so the estimated dietary exposure can be compared to a relevant health standard such as the acceptable daily intake ( ADI ) , the acute reference dose ( ARfD ) or reference dose ( RfD ) , or a level known to cause adverse effects in animal or human health studies . From this comparison , one can begin to assess the risk of adverse effects from a chemical or contaminant due to dietary exposure .   Quantifying dietary exposure most often involves the use of models . Dietary exposure models vary in complexity depending on the tier , or level of detail of the assessment in which they are utilized . Lower tier models may be deterministic and use single point estimates for inputs whereas higher tier models may be more stochastic , utilizing probabilistic inputs . Simple dietary exposure models calculate dietary intake of the chemical of concern as the product of the mass of the food item consumed during the specified time period and the average concentration of the contaminant in the item . This basic approach is also used in more complex models ; however , the contributions of various food items and types are summed as inputs . Exposure model outputs can be expressed as a single point estimates or as a probability distribution . In general , the more robust and extensive the input data , the more accurate the estimate of exposure .   Modeling dietary exposure is important to support dietary risk assessments . Validated dietary exposure models can be used in total ingestion studies which focus on the level of exposure to a contaminant from all food sources and they can also be used in aggregate exposure models which may include exposure to a chemical or contaminant through additional means of exposure such as inhalation and dermal or skin contact exposure . In addition , dietary exposure models are useful for identifying at risk populations and potential exposure `` hot-spots '' . For government agencies , modeling dietary exposure is especially useful in estimating possible exposure to a chemical during a pre-market review . An example of such review would the evaluation of a new pesticide by the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) to determine if it is safe for use or to determine regulations to control such use .


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 Upon conducting comprehensive analyses which encompass various radiative influences alongside quantifying oceanic thermal uptake, evidence emerges corroborating anticipated planetary temperature elevations attributable to anthropogenic activities with remarkable precision. This substantiates our predictions about climate change impacts on earth's overall warmth accurately reflecting modeled outcomes despite complex environmental interactions involved therein .
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 Calculating Earth's Temperature Rise: Accounting for Radiative Forcings and Ocean Heat Absorption
The meticulous analysis conducted by scientists reveals that when considering various factors influencing planetary temperatures - notably radiative forcings and the vast thermal capacity of oceans - Earth’s warming aligns closely with theoretical predictions. Over recent decades, comprehensive data sets confirm a steady uptick in global mean temperatures, corroborated through multiple independent studies employing diverse methodologies. Satellite measurements, atmospheric chemistry models, historical meteorological logs, alongside marine heat content assessments collectively paint a coherent picture highlighting humanity's pivotal role in escalating warmth trends.
Radiative forcing mechanisms encompass both direct influences exerted by increased concentrations of greenhouse gases (GHGs) – chiefly carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), nitrous oxide (N₂O) – plus indirect consequences stemming from aerosol particles emitted into air masses. Anthropogenic GHG discharges trap additional solar radiation within lower stratospheric layers, intensifying what physicists term "the enhanced greenhouse effect." Consequently, terrestrial surfaces absorb surplus energy instead of allowing it to dissipate freely into space; thus amplifying overall ambient conditions.
Moreover, oceans act as formidable reservoirs capable of absorbing tremendous quantities of latent heat generated via atmospheric circulation anomalies linked intrinsically to GHG accumulation scenarios. Ongoing research indicates that roughly ninety percent of excess thermal output accumulates within aquatic ecosystems, particularly affecting deeper saline environments where mixing dynamics dictate slower diffusion rates compared against shallower coastal zones prone to rapid evaporation cycles.
These empirical observations underscore critical aspects concerning contemporary climate variability paradigms centered upon understanding complex interrelationships amongst biogeochemical fluxes, hydrological cycling phenomena, cloud formation feedback loops, etc., underpinning emergent properties characteristic of nonlinear dynamical systems theory applications relevant herein. Essentially, rigorous mathematical modeling exercises coupled with extensive fieldwork expeditions facilitate quantification endeavors aimed at elucidating plausible trajectories pertaining specifically to projected near-future outcomes vis-a-vis probabilistic ensemble forecasting techniques employed conventionally throughout pertinent academic disciplines spanning physics, geology, biology, ecology, economics, sociology, political science, et alia ad infinitum.
In summary then, exhaustive scrutiny undertaken across multidisciplinary fronts unequivocally demonstrates compelling causal linkages attributable directly to unabated anthropogenically derived perturbations manifesting themselves prominently along thermodynamic gradients characterizing current day biosphere configurations. Henceforth, concerted remedial actions geared towards mitigating adverse repercussions arising thereof remain imperative prerequisites safeguarding ecological integrity whilst preserving vital life-support functionalities essential hereto forthwith.

Reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction ( RT-PCR ) , a variant of polymerase chain reaction ( PCR ) , is a technique commonly used in molecular biology to detect RNA expression . RT-PCR is often confused with real-time polymerase chain reaction ( qPCR ) by students and scientists alike , but they are separate and distinct techniques . While RT-PCR is used to qualitatively detect gene expression through creation of complementary DNA ( cDNA ) transcripts from RNA , qPCR is used to quantitatively measure the amplification of DNA using fluorescent dyes . qPCR is also referred to as quantitative PCR , quantitative real-time PCR , and real-time quantitative PCR .   Although RT-PCR and the traditional PCR both produce multiple copies of particular DNA isolates through amplification , the applications of the two techniques are fundamentally different . Traditional PCR is used to exponentially amplify target DNA sequences . RT-PCR is used to clone expressed genes by reverse transcribing the RNA of interest into its DNA complement through the use of reverse transcriptase . Subsequently , the newly synthesized cDNA is amplified using traditional PCR .   In addition to the qualitative study of gene expression , quantitative PCR can be utilized for quantification of RNA , in both relative and absolute terms , by incorporating qPCR into the technique . The combined technique , described as quantitative RT-PCR or real-time RT-PCR ( sometimes even quantitative real-time RT-PCR ) , is often abbreviated as qRT-PCR , RT-qPCR , or RRT-PCR . Compared to other RNA quantification methods , such as northern blot , qRT-PCR is considered to be the most powerful , sensitive , and quantitative assay for the detection of RNA levels . It is frequently used in the expression analysis of single or multiple genes , and expression patterns for identifying infections and diseases .   In order to avoid confusion , the following abbreviations will be used consistently throughout this article :

Reason is the capacity for consciously making sense of things , applying logic , establishing and verifying facts , and changing or justifying practices , institutions , and beliefs based on new or existing information . It is closely associated with such characteristically human activities as philosophy , science , language , mathematics , and art and is normally considered to be a definitive characteristic of human nature .  Reason , or an aspect of it , is sometimes referred to as rationality .   Reasoning is associated with thinking , cognition , and intellect . Reasoning may be subdivided into forms of logical reasoning ( forms associated with the strict sense ) : deductive reasoning , inductive reasoning , abductive reasoning ; and other modes of reasoning considered more informal , such as intuitive reasoning and verbal reasoning . Along these lines , a distinction is often drawn between discursive reason , reason proper , and intuitive reason , in which the reasoning process -- however valid -- tends toward the personal and the opaque . Although in many social and political settings logical and intuitive modes of reason may clash , in other contexts intuition and formal reason are seen as complementary , rather than adversarial as , for example , in mathematics , where intuition is often a necessary building block in the creative process of achieving the hardest form of reason , a formal proof .   Reason , like habit or intuition , is one of the ways by which thinking comes from one idea to a related idea . For example , it is the means by which rational beings understand themselves to think about cause and effect , truth and falsehood , and what is good or bad . It is also closely identified with the ability to self-consciously change beliefs , attitudes , traditions , and institutions , and therefore with the capacity for freedom and self-determination .   In contrast to reason as an abstract noun , a reason is a consideration which explains or justifies some event , phenomenon , or behavior . The field of logic studies ways in which human beings reason formally through argument .   Psychologists and cognitive scientists have attempted to study and explain how people reason , e.g. which cognitive and neural processes are engaged , and how cultural factors affect the inferences that people draw . The field of automated reasoning studies how reasoning may or may not be modeled computationally . Animal psychology considers the question of whether animals other than humans can reason .

Radio is the technology of using radio waves to carry information , such as sound , by systematically modulating properties of electromagnetic energy waves transmitted through space , such as their amplitude , frequency , phase , or pulse width . When radio waves strike an electrical conductor , the oscillating fields induce an alternating current in the conductor . The information in the waves can be extracted and transformed back into its original form .   Radio systems need a transmitter to modulate ( change ) some property of the energy produced to impress a signal on it , for example using amplitude modulation or angle modulation ( which can be frequency modulation or phase modulation ) . Radio systems also need an antenna to convert electric currents into radio waves , and radio waves into an electric current . An antenna can be used for both transmitting and receiving . The electrical resonance of tuned circuits in radios allow individual stations to be selected . The electromagnetic wave is intercepted by a tuned receiving antenna . A radio receiver receives its input from an antenna and converts it into a form that is usable for the consumer , such as sound , pictures , digital data , measurement values , navigational positions , etc. . Radio frequencies occupy the range from a 3 kHz to 300 GHz , although commercially important uses of radio use only a small part of this spectrum .   A radio communication system sends signals by radio . The radio equipment involved in communication systems includes a transmitter and a receiver , each having an antenna and appropriate terminal equipment such as a microphone at the transmitter and a loudspeaker at the receiver in the case of a voice-communication system .

Langley extrapolation is a method for determining the Sun 's irradiance at the top of the atmosphere with ground-based instrumentation , and is often used to remove the effect of the atmosphere from measurements of , for example , aerosol optical thickness or ozone . It is based on repeated measurements with a sun photometer operated at a given location for a cloudless morning or afternoon , as the Sun moves across the sky . It is named for American astronomer and physicist Samuel Pierpont Langley .

Randomness is the lack of pattern or predictability in events . A random sequence of events , symbols or steps has no order and does not follow an intelligible pattern or combination . Individual random events are by definition unpredictable , but in many cases the frequency of different outcomes over a large number of events ( or `` trials '' ) is predictable . For example , when throwing two dice , the outcome of any particular roll is unpredictable , but a sum of 7 will occur twice as often as 4 . In this view , randomness is a measure of uncertainty of an outcome , rather than haphazardness , and applies to concepts of chance , probability , and information entropy .   The fields of mathematics , probability , and statistics use formal definitions of randomness . In statistics , a random variable is an assignment of a numerical value to each possible outcome of an event space . This association facilitates the identification and the calculation of probabilities of the events . Random variables can appear in random sequences . A random process is a sequence of random variables whose outcomes do not follow a deterministic pattern , but follow an evolution described by probability distributions . These and other constructs are extremely useful in probability theory and the various applications of randomness .   Randomness is most often used in statistics to signify well-defined statistical properties . Monte Carlo methods , which rely on random input ( such as from random number generators or pseudorandom number generators ) , are important techniques in science , as , for instance , in computational science . By analogy , quasi-Monte Carlo methods use quasirandom number generators .   Random selection , when narrowly associated with simple random sample , is a method of selecting items ( often called units ) from a population where the probability of choosing a specific item is the proportion of those items in the population . For example , with a bowl containing just 10 red marbles and 90 blue marbles , a random selection mechanism would choose a red marble with probability 1/10 . Note that a random selection mechanism that selected 10 marbles from this bowl would not necessarily result in 1 red and 9 blue . In situations where a population consists of items that are distinguishable , a random selection mechanism requires equal probabilities for any item to be chosen . That is , if the selection process is such that each member of a population , of say research subjects , has the same probability of being chosen then we can say the selection process is random .

In the history of science , Laplace 's demon was the first published articulation of causal or scientific determinism by Pierre-Simon Laplace in 1814 . According to determinism , if someone ( the Demon ) knows the precise location and momentum of every atom in the universe , their past and future values for any given time are entailed ; they can be calculated from the laws of classical mechanics .   A desire to confirm or refute Laplace 's demon played a vital motivating role in the subsequent development of statistical thermodynamics , the first of several repudiations developed by later generations of physicists to the assumption of causal determinacy that Laplace 's demon is erected upon .

Relative thermal resistance is a measure of the energy required to mix water of two different temperatures ( and thus different densities ) . Comparisons will be made against the differences in the density of water at 3.98 ° C and 5 ° C. ( Wetzel 1983 ) Since this is a relative measure , there are no units involved .   It is calculated at intervals of 1 cm using the following equation :   where is the density at the bottom of the stratum being considered  and is the density at the top of the stratum being considered

Ranking of query results is one of the fundamental problems in information retrieval ( IR ) , the scientific/engineering discipline behind search engines . Given a query and a collection of documents that match the query , the problem is to rank , that is , sort , the documents in according to some criterion so that the `` best '' results appear early in the result list displayed to the user . Classically , ranking criteria are phrased in terms of relevance of documents with respect to an information need expressed in the query .   Ranking is often reduced to the computation of numeric scores on query/document pairs ; a baseline score function for this purpose is the cosine similarity between tf -- idf vectors representing the query and the document in a vector space model , BM25 scores , or probabilities in a probabilistic IR model . A ranking can then be computed by sorting documents by descending score . An alternative approach is to define a score function on pairs of documents that is positive if and only if is more relevant to the query than and using this information to sort .   Ranking functions are evaluated by a variety of means ; one of the simplest is determining the precision of the first k top-ranked results for some fixed k ; for example , the proportion of the top 10 results that are relevant , on average over many queries .   Frequently , computation of ranking functions can be simplified by taking advantage of the observation that only the relative order of scores matters , not their absolute value ; hence terms or factors that are independent of the document may be removed , and terms or factors that are independent of the query may be precomputed and stored with the document .

Response Analysis refers to the analysis of mitigation plans for emergency or disaster situations . These emergencies or disasters may be naturally occurring ( e.g. hurricanes , earthquakes , disease outbreaks , etc. ) or man-made ( e.g. terrorism , bio-terrorism , industrial accidents , chemical spills , etc. ) . Since the terrorist attacks of September 11 , 2001 , the following Anthrax bio-terror attacks , and the disasters precipitated by Hurricane Katrina in 2005 , emphasis has been put on the development of mitigation plans to prepare for such situations . The field of response analysis is the effort to analyze , validate , and optimize these mitigation plans using quantitative data and computational tools .

Radiation poisoning may refer to   Acute radiation syndrome , the short-term systemic health effects of a large radiation dose .  Chronic radiation syndrome  Electromagnetic hypersensitivity , the false belief that exposure to electromagnetic fields result in adverse medical symptoms  The ingestion of radioactive material , notably in the poisoning of Alexander Litvinenko and Eben Byers  The action of neutron poisons that inhibit nuclear chain reactions  Any of the negative health effects of radiation other than teratogenesis , including  Radiation burns  Radiation-induced cancer  Radiation-induced lung injury  Radiation-induced thyroiditis  Radiation induced cognitive decline


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 The reduction in Arctic sea ice cover outpaces the increase in Antarctic sea ice by a factor of three, leading to an escalation in the absorption of solar radiation by our planet. This disparity exacerbates the greenhouse effect, contributing further to climate change impacts globally.
The original statement highlights two key points: firstly, that there's a significant imbalance between losses at one pole versus gains at another; secondly how this dynamic affects planetary heat balance through enhanced sunlight trapping within earth systems (i.e., oceans & atmosphere). My proposed rephrasing maintains these core ideas while introducing additional explanatory detail about mechanisms connecting observed phenomena with broader environmental consequences - specifically mentioning increased solar irradiance capture alongside more general references to "greenhouse effects" and their role mediating long-term climatic shifts worldwide. Overall then we see here not just simple restatement but rather elaboration upon underlying scientific rationale supporting initial assertion regarding contrasting regional trends amidst ongoing anthropogenic forcing scenarios impacting natural ecosystems across multiple spatial scales simultaneously!

 Disparities Between Arctic Sea Ice Loss & Antarctic Gain: Implications for Increased Solar Absorption

The Earth, often referred to as "Gaia" [Γαῖα] or simply "Terra," represents humanity’s sole abode within the vast cosmos —a celestial body uniquely endowed with conditions conducive to sustaining life. Formed approximately 4.54 billion years ago, according to scientific estimations derived largely from radiometric dating techniques, Earth exhibits distinct characteristics among the eight planets comprising our solar system; notably, it boasts the highest density alongside being the greatest terrestrial sphere.

Gravity serves as the fundamental force governing interactions amongst celestial entities—primarily affecting relations between Earth, her luminous star—the Sun—and Luna, our singular lunar companion. Throughout each annual revolution encircling Sol, Earth completes roughly 365 rotations relative to itself—a phenomenon culminating in what we perceive as a calendar year spanning nearly 365.26 days duration-wise. An axial tilt facilitates cyclical weather changes manifesting seasonally upon terran surfaces whilst simultaneously facilitating tidal phenomena via synergistic gravitational interplay involving both Earth and Moon systems.

Geological records indicate Earth's crustal layer fragmented into numerous shifting segments collectively identified as tectonic plates—an ongoing process measured over millennia-long intervals. Approximately seventy-one percent coverage constitutes aqueous environments dominated chiefly by expansive marine ecosystems whereas twenty-nine percent comprises emergent landscapes featuring continental masses interspersed periodically throughout archipelagos. These dry expanses encompass various freshwater reservoirs ranging from serene lake bodies coursing riverine networks down majestic mountain ranges feeding myriad tributaries converging eventually onto major aquatic arteries. Both poles remain perpetually cloaked under frigid mantles comprised predominantly of crystallized H₂O molecules existing either as contiguous sheets stretching far beyond visible horizons or floating fragments dispersed sporadically atop frozen seas. Internally speaking, Earth maintains vibrant geothermal dynamics characterized prominently by molten metallic alloys constituting central cores surrounded closely by semi-fluid rock materials undergoing continuous convection cycles propelling aforementioned tectonic movements.

Life forms emerged early during primordial stages following planetary formation circa ~4billion yrs BP based off circumstantial evidence gleaned indirectly thru sedimentary strata analysis revealing traces indicative of biogenic origins potentially originating even earlier (~4.1byrs). Subsequent evolutionary trajectories witnessed successive waves of speciation coupled intermittently w/ catastrophic extinctions resulting presently in less than 1% surviving representatives compared against total historical diversity estimates. Contemporary figures regarding extant taxa remain speculative given

In photography reciprocity is the inverse relationship between the intensity and duration of light that determines the reaction of light-sensitive material . Within a normal exposure range for film stock , for example , the reciprocity law states that the film response will be determined by the total exposure , defined as intensity × time . Therefore , the same response ( for example , the optical density of the developed film ) can result from reducing duration and increasing light intensity , and vice versa .   The reciprocal relationship is assumed in most sensitometry , for example when measuring a Hurter and Driffield curve ( optical density versus logarithm of total exposure ) for a photographic emulsion . Total exposure of the film or sensor , the product of focal-plane illuminance times exposure time , is measured in lux seconds .

Research comprises `` creative work undertaken on a systematic basis in order to increase the stock of knowledge , including knowledge of humans , culture and society , and the use of this stock of knowledge to devise new applications . '' It is used to establish or confirm facts , reaffirm the results of previous work , solve new or existing problems , support theorems , or develop new theories . A research project may also be an expansion on past work in the field . Research projects can be used to develop further knowledge on a topic , or in the example of a school research project , they can be used to further a student 's research prowess to prepare them for future jobs or reports . To test the validity of instruments , procedures , or experiments , research may replicate elements of prior projects or the project as a whole . The primary purposes of basic research ( as opposed to applied research ) are documentation , discovery , interpretation , or the research and development ( R&D ) of methods and systems for the advancement of human knowledge . Approaches to research depend on epistemologies , which vary considerably both within and between humanities and sciences . There are several forms of research : scientific , humanities , artistic , economic , social , business , marketing , practitioner research , life , technological , etc. .

A regressive tax is a tax imposed in such a manner that the tax rate decreases as the amount subject to taxation increases . `` Regressive '' describes a distribution effect on income or expenditure , referring to the way the rate progresses from high to low , so that the average tax rate exceeds the marginal tax rate . In terms of individual income and wealth , a regressive tax imposes a greater burden ( relative to resources ) on the poor than on the rich : there is an inverse relationship between the tax rate and the taxpayer 's ability to pay , as measured by assets , consumption , or income . These taxes tend to reduce the tax burden of the people with a higher ability to pay , as they shift the relative burden increasingly to those with a lower ability to pay .   The regressivity of a particular tax can also factor the propensity of the taxpayers to engage in the taxed activity relative to their resources ( the demographics of the tax base ) . In other words , if the activity being taxed is more likely to be carried out by the poor and less likely to be carried out by the rich , the tax may be considered regressive . To measure the effect , the income elasticity of the good being taxed as well as the income substitution effect must be considered . The measure can be applied to individual taxes or to a tax system as a whole ; a year , multi-year , or lifetime .   The opposite of a regressive tax is a progressive tax , in which the average tax rate increases as the amount subject to taxation increases . In between is a flat or proportional tax , where the tax rate is fixed as the amount subject to taxation increases .

The meridian 159 ° east of Greenwich is a line of longitude that extends from the North Pole across the Arctic Ocean , Asia , the Pacific Ocean , Australasia , the Southern Ocean , and Antarctica to the South Pole .   The 159th meridian east forms a great circle with the 21st meridian west .

In numerical analysis , the speed at which a convergent sequence approaches its limit is called the rate of convergence . Although strictly speaking , a limit does not give information about any finite first part of the sequence , this concept is of practical importance in dealing with a sequence of successive approximations for an iterative method , as then typically fewer iterations are needed to yield a useful approximation if the rate of convergence is higher . This may even make the difference between needing ten or a million iterations insignificant .   Similar concepts are used for discretization methods . The solution of the discretized problem converges to the solution of the continuous problem as the grid size goes to zero , and the speed of convergence is one of the factors of the efficiency of the method . However , the terminology in this case is different from the terminology for iterative methods .   Series acceleration is a collection of techniques for improving the rate of convergence of a series discretization . Such acceleration is commonly accomplished with sequence transformations .

In computability theory and computational complexity theory , a reduction is an algorithm for transforming one problem into another problem . A reduction from one problem to another may be used to show that the second problem is at least as difficult as the first .   Intuitively , problem A is reducible to problem B if an algorithm for solving problem B efficiently ( if it existed ) could also be used as a subroutine to solve problem A efficiently . When this is true , solving A can not be harder than solving B. `` Harder '' means having a higher estimate of the required computational resources in a given context ( e.g. , higher time complexity , greater memory requirement , expensive need for extra hardware processor cores for a parallel solution compared to a single-threaded solution , etc. ) .   We write A ≤ m B , usually with a subscript on the ≤ to indicate the type of reduction being used ( m : mapping reduction , p : polynomial reduction ) .   The mathematical structure generated on a set of problems by the reductions of a particular type generally forms a preorder , whose equivalence classes may be used to define degrees of unsolvability and complexity classes .

The meridian 153 ° west of Greenwich is a line of longitude that extends from the North Pole across the Arctic Ocean , North America , the Pacific Ocean , the Southern Ocean , and Antarctica to the South Pole .   The 153rd meridian west forms a great circle with the 27th meridian east .

Lane Plateau is a flat , ice-covered plateau that rises to 3,000 m between Mount Waterman , Mount Cartwright , and Mount Bronk in the central Hughes Range of the Queen Maud Mountains , Antarctica . It trends north -- south for 9 nmi and is 2.5 nmi wide .   The plateau was discovered and photographed by R. Admiral Byrd on the Baselaying Flight of November 18 , 1929 , and surveyed by A.P. Crary , 1957 -- 58 . It was mapped by the United States Geological Survey from surveys , 1962 -- 63 , and U.S. Navy photography taken 1958 -- 63 . The plateau is named in honor of Neal Lane , Director of the National Science Foundation ( NSF ) from 1993 to 1998 . Under his leadership the NSF won congressional approval for rebuilding South Pole Station as a premier international science facility set to open at the beginning of the 21st century .

Land claim ( s ) are a legal declaration of desired control over areas of property including bodies of water . The phrase is usually only used with respect to disputed or unresolved land claims . Some types of land claims include aboriginal land claims , Antarctic land claims , and post-colonial land claims .   Land claims is sometimes used as a term when referring to disputed territories like Western Sahara or to refer to the claims of displaced persons .   In the colonial times of the United States American men could claim a piece of land for themselves and the claim has different level of merit according to the de facto conditions :  claim without any action on the ground  claim with ( movable ) property of the claimant on the ground  claim with the claimant visiting the land  claim with claimant living on the land .   Today , only small areas of unclaimed land remain , yet large plots of land with little economical value ( e.g. , in Alaska ) can still be bought for very low prices . Also , in certain parts of the world , land can still be obtained by making productive use of it .

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 .


Question: The reduction in Arctic's frozen ocean surface area outpaces the increase in Antarctica’s icy expanses by a factor of three; consequently, there has been an escalation in terrestrial absorption of sunlight attributable to this disparity. This phenomenon highlights how alterations in polar regions can influence planetary heat retention patterns significantly.

 Disparity Between Arctic and Antarctic Ice Trends: A Solar Energy Absorption Perspective
The disparity in trends between shrinking Arctic sea ice and relatively stable Antarctic conditions highlights critical aspects of global climate dynamics. Over recent decades, observations indicate that Arctic sea ice loss significantly outweighs any gains observed around Antarctica, particularly during spring months when maximum differences become apparent. This imbalance contributes directly to increased absorption of solar radiation by Earth’s surfaces, exacerbating overall planetary heating. Unlike its northern counterpart heavily influenced by anthropogenic warmth, southern hemisphere ice remains more resilient but still experiences subtle changes indicative of broader atmospheric shifts. Understanding how each region responds differently under changing climates offers valuable insights into complex interactions governing polar environments.

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The meridian 19 ° east of Greenwich is a line of longitude that extends from the North Pole across the Arctic Ocean , Europe , Africa , the Atlantic Ocean , the Southern Ocean , and Antarctica to the South Pole .   The 19th meridian east forms a great circle with the 161st meridian west .

Dee Ice Piedmont is an ice piedmont between Pavie Ridge and the mouth of Clarke Glacier on the east side of Mikkelsen Bay , west coast of the Antarctic Peninsula . It was surveyed from the ground by the British Graham Land Expedition , 1936 -- 37 , and by the Falkland Islands Dependencies Survey , 1948 -- 50 . It was photographed by the Ronne Antarctic Research Expedition , November 1947 ( trimetrogon air photography ) , and was named by the UK Antarctic Place-Names Committee after John Dee , an English mathematician and pioneer teacher of navigation methods for 30 years during a period of great maritime expansion and exploration ( 1527-1608 ,1609 ) .

The 1933 Baffin Bay earthquake struck Greenland and the Northwest Territories ( now Nunavut ) , Canada with a moment magnitude of 7.7 at on November 20 .   The main shock epicenter was located in Baffin Bay on the east coast of Baffin Island . Shaking was only felt at the small town of Upernavik , Greenland . The event is the largest to strike the passive margin of North America and is the largest north of the Arctic Circle . No damage was reported because of its offshore location and the small population of the nearby onshore communities .

The Dark Season Blues festival is an annual event in late October , at 78 degrees north in Longyearbyen ( Svalbard ) in Norway , and marks the beginning of the dark season when daylight and the sun is about to leave Svalbard for four winter months .   The first Dark Season Blues festival was arranged in 2003 , and celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2012 . It started out as a small intimate festival , and presented 15 bands spread on 17 events in 2010 . The festival has four days with local , Norwegian and international blues musicians , spread across most of Longyearbyen 's venues .   The festival is based on voluntary work in order to carry out the event . The economic goal is to break even , and any surplus is transferred to next year 's festival .

The meridian 144 ° west of Greenwich is a line of longitude that extends from the North Pole across the Arctic Ocean , North America , the Pacific Ocean , the Southern Ocean , and Antarctica to the South Pole .   The 144th meridian west forms a great circle with the 36th meridian east .

The meridian 136 ° east of Greenwich is a line of longitude that extends from the North Pole across the Arctic Ocean , Asia , the Pacific Ocean , Australasia , the Indian Ocean , the Southern Ocean , and Antarctica to the South Pole .   The 136th meridian east forms a great circle with the 44th meridian west .

The meridian 10 ° east of Greenwich is a line of longitude that extends from the North Pole across the Arctic Ocean , Europe , Africa , the Atlantic Ocean , the Southern Ocean , and Antarctica to the South Pole .   The 10th meridian east forms a great circle with the 170th meridian west .

Landscaping refers to any activity that modifies the visible features of an area of land , including :   living elements , such as flora or fauna ; or what is commonly called gardening , the art and craft of growing plants with a goal of creating a beautiful environment within the landscape .  natural elements such as landforms , terrain shape and elevation , or bodies of water ; and  abstract elements such as the weather and lighting conditions .  Landscaping requires expertise in horticulture and artistic design .

The meridian 170 ° east of Greenwich is a line of longitude that extends from the North Pole across the Arctic Ocean , Asia , the Pacific Ocean , New Zealand , the Southern Ocean , and Antarctica to the South Pole .   The 170th meridian east forms a great circle with the 10th meridian west .

Lake St. Moritz ( German : St. Moritzersee , Romansh : Lej da San Murezzan ) is a lake at St. Moritz , Switzerland . With a surface of 0.78 km ² , it is smaller than the main lakes of the Upper Engadin valley ( Lake Sils , Lake Silvaplana ) .   Every January or early February , Polo matches are held on the lake . Compared to polo played in the summer , a slightly larger and lighter red ball is used that is easily visible in the snow .   For three weekends every February , horse races are held on the frozen lake . This races called `` White Turf '' are held since 1907 and brings the wealthy tourists to the lake for champagne and betting . This is also the location , where sports enthusiasts invented the sport of skijoring . In this type of race , thoroughbred horses compete without riders on their backs , but instead skiers in tow . While the sport is also played in other alpine countries , it still is mainly found in the region in which it as originated . The sport has evolved since the first race in 1906 ; the race as held on the road from St. Moritz to Champfer and as won by the President of Alpina Ski Club Philip Mark and his horse Blitz ( German for lightning ) . Today , the race is run similar to other horse races , with all horses starting at the same time and running around the track . Steering is very difficult complicating the race significantly requiring great strength and skill on behalf of the athletes . The skier with the most points after the three races on consequitive Sundays is crowned the `` King of the Engadin Valley '' . In addition to skijoring , traditional flat and trotting races over different distances are held . Until recently visitor parking was also located on the lake , but this practice has since been prohibited .   The first ice cricket tournament took place on the frozen lake in 1988 . English cricketer David Gower parked his rental car on the ice in January 1990 ; overnight it broke through the ice and sank .


Question: The reduction in Arctic sea ice cover outpaces the increase in Antarctic sea ice extent by a factor of three, leading to an escalation in terrestrial absorption of sunlight attributable to diminished reflectivity from ice surfaces. This phenomenon contributes significantly to the overall rise in global temperatures observed over recent decades.

 Discrepancy Between Arctic Sea Ice Loss and Antarctic Gain: Implications for Solar Energy Absorption
The disparity in sea ice dynamics across both poles highlights critical aspects of global climate change. Recent studies confirm that Arctic sea ice loss far exceeds gains seen in Antarctica, leading to increased absorption of solar radiation into Earth’s environment. Over recent decades, satellite data reveals substantial reductions in summer Arctic sea ice extent, indicative of accelerated warming trends in higher latitudes compared to lower ones.

This imbalance stems largely from differing atmospheric conditions and circulation patterns unique to each pole. Unlike the Arctic Ocean surrounded predominantly by continents, Antarctica features vast open waters encircling the continent, influenced significantly by circumpolar winds. Consequently, while Arctic ice melts rapidly under warmer temperatures exacerbated by trapped greenhouse gases, Antarctic regions experience less pronounced effects despite overall planetary heating.

Increased solar energy absorption resulting from diminished reflective surfaces—like ice—contributes directly to amplified warming cycles globally. Darker expanses absorb sunlight rather than reflecting it away; hence reduced ice cover exacerbates local warmth, creating feedback loops that accelerate ice melt even further. Such mechanisms underscore urgent calls for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and implementing adaptive strategies against escalating climate instability.

Climate models project continued shrinkage of Arctic sea ice throughout coming centuries unless drastic action curbs current trajectories. Potential repercussions encompass ecological shifts impacting marine ecosystems reliant upon stable ice platforms, alongside socio-economic challenges posed by altered shipping routes and access to resource-rich territories now exposed seasonally without protective barriers once provided naturally through perennially frozen landscapes.

Mitigation measures targeting root causes behind accelerating ice loss require concerted international cooperation aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels contributing disproportionately to atmospheric concentrations of carbon dioxide—a key driver underlying observed alterations within polar environments specifically. Adaptation plans focusing on resilience-building amongst vulnerable coastal communities threatened increasingly by storm surges heightened via thermal expansion accompanying glacial runoff represent essential components addressing multifaceted implications arising from uneven distribution of climate stressors across distinct geographical zones.

Public awareness regarding nuances distinguishing Arctic versus Antarctic scenarios remains crucial fostering informed dialogue surrounding requisite policy interventions safeguarding fragile biomes imperiled amidst ongoing transformations wrought by unchecked anthropogenic interference within delicate balance governing Earth's thermoregulatory functions. Growing recognition embodied collectively through global consensus enshrined within frameworks like Paris Agreement signals tentative steps forward consolidating commitment towards shared vision preserving habitability across diverse terrains confronting specters emanating from unchecked escalation of greenhouse effect unleashed inadvertently following Industrial Revolution's dawn.

In summary, understanding nuanced disparities characterizing contrasting fates awaiting respective polar realms serves pivotal role illuminating pathways

In physiology , dehydration is a deficit of total body water , with an accompanying disruption of metabolic processes . Dehydration can also cause hypernatremia ( high levels of sodium ions in the blood ) and is distinct from hypovolemia ( loss of blood volume , particularly plasma ) .   Dehydration occurs when free water loss exceeds free water intake , usually due to exercise or disease , but also due to high environmental temperature . Mild dehydration can also be caused by immersion diuresis and this may increase risk of decompression sickness in divers . Most people can tolerate a three to four percent decrease in total body water without difficulty or adverse health effects . A five to eight percent decrease can cause fatigue and dizziness . Loss of over ten percent of total body water can cause physical and mental deterioration , accompanied by severe thirst . Death occurs at a loss of between fifteen and twenty-five percent of the body water . Mild dehydration is characterized by thirst and general discomfort and is usually resolved with oral rehydration .

The 1918 flu pandemic ( January 1918 -- December 1920 ) was an unusually deadly  influenza pandemic , the first of the two pandemics involving H1N1 influenza virus . It infected 500 million people across the world , including remote Pacific islands and the Arctic , and resulted in the deaths of 50 to 100 million ( three to five percent of the world 's population ) , making it one of the deadliest natural disasters in human history . Disease had already greatly limited life expectancy in the early 20th century . A considerable spike occurred at the time of the pandemic , specifically the year 1918 . Life expectancy in the United States alone dropped by about 12 years .   Most influenza outbreaks disproportionately kill juvenile , elderly , or already weakened patients ; in contrast , the 1918 pandemic predominantly killed previously healthy young adults .   There are several possible explanations for the high mortality rate of the 1918 influenza pandemic . Some research suggests that the specific variant of the virus had an unusually aggressive nature . One group of researchers recovered the original virus from the bodies of frozen victims , and found that transfection in animals caused a rapid progressive respiratory failure and death through a cytokine storm ( overreaction of the body 's immune system ) . It was then postulated that the strong immune reactions of young adults ravaged the body , whereas the weaker immune systems of children and middle-aged adults resulted in fewer deaths among those groups .   More recent investigations , mainly based on original medical reports from the period of the pandemic , found that the viral infection itself was not more aggressive than any previous influenza , but that the special circumstances ( malnourishment , overcrowded medical camps and hospitals , poor hygiene ) promoted bacterial superinfection that killed most of the victims typically after a somewhat prolonged death bed .   Historical and epidemiological data are inadequate to identify the pandemic 's geographic origin . It was implicated in the outbreak of encephalitis lethargica in the 1920s .   To maintain morale , wartime censors minimized early reports of illness and mortality in Germany , Britain , France , and the United States . However , papers were free to report the epidemic 's effects in neutral Spain ( such as the grave illness of King Alfonso XIII ) . This reporting dichotomy created a false impression of Spain as especially hard hit , thereby giving rise to the pandemic 's nickname , Spanish Flu . In Spain , a different nickname was adopted , the Naples Soldier ( Soldado de Nápoles ) , which came from a musical operetta ( zarzuela ) titled La canción del olvido ( The Song of Forgetting ) , which premiered in Madrid during the first epidemic wave . Federico Romero , one of the librettists , quipped that the play 's most popular musical number , Naples Soldier , was as catchy as the flu .

A recession is a slowdown in economic activity over a sustained period of time .   Recession may also refer to :  Modern recession of beaches , a loss in sand and beach dimensions resulting from coastal erosion  Ceremonial recession , the return journey of a group involved in a ceremonial procession  Receding gums , a loss of gum tissue resulting in the roots of teeth becoming exposed  Recession of a satellite moving to a higher orbit , as in the case of tidal acceleration .  Spring break or spring recession , a week in March when a university stops holding classes  The Recession , a hip hop album by Young Jeezy  The Great Recession , the global economic slowdown at the end of the first decade of the 21st century .

In photography reciprocity is the inverse relationship between the intensity and duration of light that determines the reaction of light-sensitive material . Within a normal exposure range for film stock , for example , the reciprocity law states that the film response will be determined by the total exposure , defined as intensity × time . Therefore , the same response ( for example , the optical density of the developed film ) can result from reducing duration and increasing light intensity , and vice versa .   The reciprocal relationship is assumed in most sensitometry , for example when measuring a Hurter and Driffield curve ( optical density versus logarithm of total exposure ) for a photographic emulsion . Total exposure of the film or sensor , the product of focal-plane illuminance times exposure time , is measured in lux seconds .

RV Araon is a large icebreaker operated by the Government of South Korea .  The vessel was commissioned in 2009 .  She supplies the King Sejong Station , and the Jang Bogo Station , South Korea 's second Antarctic research station .   She underwent her sea trials in January 2010 , in the Ross Sea .  Her first foreign port of call was Lyttelton , New Zealand .   The first location her crew investigated , for a South Korean Antarctic base , in the Cape Burks area , was not deemed suitable , and she then investigated the selected site in Terra Nova Bay .   Her class notation is KRS1-Special purpose ship ( Research vessel ) PL10 , DAT ( -30 deg . C ) , HMS1 , KRM1-UMA3 , DPS2 , NBS2 .

Radiative flux , also known as radiative flux density or radiation flux , is the amount of power radiated through a given area , in the form of photons or other elementary particles , typically measured in W/m2 . It is used in astronomy to determine the magnitude and spectral class of a star . Radiative flux also acts as a generalization of heat flux , which is equal to the radiative flux when restricted to the infrared spectrum .   When radiative flux is incident on a surface , it is often called irradiance . Flux emitted from a surface may be called radiant exitance or radiant emittance .

The Langhovde Hills are an extensive area of bare rocky hills along the eastern shore of Lützow-Holm Bay , just south of Hovde Bay in Queen Maud Land , Antarctica . They were mapped by Norwegian cartographers from aerial photographs taken by the Lars Christensen Expedition in 1936 -- 37 , and named descriptively Langhovde ( `` long knoll '' ) .

A reef is a bar of rock , sand , coral or similar material , lying beneath the surface of water . Reefs may be up to 261 feet below the surface .   Many reefs result from abiotic processes -- deposition of sand , wave erosion planing down rock outcrops , and other natural processes -- but the best-known reefs are the coral reefs of tropical waters developed through biotic processes dominated by corals and calcareous algae . Artificial reefs such as shipwrecks are sometimes created to enhance physical complexity on generally featureless sand bottoms in order to attract a diverse assemblage of organisms , especially fish .

Rhodiola rosea ( commonly golden root , rose root , roseroot , Aaron 's rod , Arctic root , king 's crown , lignum rhodium , orpin rose ) is a perennial flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae . It grows naturally in wild Arctic regions of Europe , including Britain , Asia and North America , and can be propagated as a groundcover . Although it has long been used in traditional medicine for several disorders , notably including treatment of anxiety and depression , there is little scientific evidence to verify these uses .

The decompression of a diver is the reduction in ambient pressure experienced during ascent from depth . It is also the process of elimination of dissolved inert gases from the diver 's body , which occurs during the ascent , during pauses in the ascent known as decompression stops , and after surfacing until the gas concentrations reach equilibrium . Divers breathing gas at ambient pressure need to ascend at a rate determined by their exposure to pressure and the breathing gas in use . A diver who only breathes gas at atmospheric pressure when free-diving or snorkelling will not usually need to decompress , Divers using an atmospheric diving suit do not need to decompress as they are never exposed to high ambient pressure .   When a diver descends in the water the hydrostatic pressure , and therefore the ambient pressure , rises . Because breathing gas is supplied at ambient pressure , some of this gas dissolves into the diver 's blood and is transferred by the blood to other tissues . Inert gas such as nitrogen or helium continues to be taken up until the gas dissolved in the diver is in a state of equilibrium with the breathing gas in the diver 's lungs , at which point the diver is saturated for that depth and breathing mixture , or the depth , and therefore the pressure , is changed . During ascent , the ambient pressure is reduced , and at some stage the inert gases dissolved in any given tissue will be at a higher concentration than the equilibrium state and start to diffuse out again . If the pressure reduction is sufficient , excess gas may form bubbles , which may lead to decompression sickness , a possibly debilitating or life-threatening condition . It is essential that divers manage their decompression to avoid excessive bubble formation and decompression sickness . A mismanaged decompression usually results from reducing the ambient pressure too quickly for the amount of gas in solution to be eliminated safely . These bubbles may block arterial blood supply to tissues or directly cause tissue damage . If the decompression is effective , the asymptomatic venous microbubbles present after most dives are eliminated from the diver 's body in the alveolar capillary beds of the lungs . If they are not given enough time , or more bubbles are created than can be eliminated safely , the bubbles grow in size and number causing the symptoms and injuries of decompression sickness . The immediate goal of controlled decompression is to avoid development of symptoms of bubble formation in the tissues of the diver , and the long-term goal is to avoid complications due to sub-clinical decompression injury .   The mechanisms of bubble formation and the damage bubbles cause has been the subject of medical research for a considerable time and several hypotheses have been advanced and tested . Tables and algorithms for predicting the outcome of decompression schedules for specified hyperbaric exposures have been proposed , tested and used , and in many cases , superseded . Although constantly refined and generally considered acceptably reliable , the actual outcome for any individual diver remains slightly unpredictable . Although decompression retains some risk , this is now generally considered acceptable for dives within the well tested range of normal recreational and professional diving . Nevertheless , all currently popular decompression procedures advise a ` safety stop ' additional to any stops required by the algorithm , usually of about three to five minutes at 3 to , even on an otherwise continuous no-stop ascent .   Decompression may be continuous or staged . A staged decompression is interrupted by decompression stops at calculated depth intervals , but the entire ascent is actually part of the decompression and the ascent rate is critical to harmless elimination of inert gas . A no-decompression dive , or more accurately , a dive with no-stop decompression , relies on limiting the ascent rate for avoidance of excessive bubble formation . The elapsed time at surface pressure immediately after a dive is also an important part of decompression and can be thought of as the last decompression stop of a dive . It can take up to 24 hours for the body to return to its normal atmospheric levels of inert gas saturation after a dive . When time is spent on the surface between dives this is known as the `` surface interval '' and is considered when calculating decompression requirements for the subsequent dive .


Question:
 Upon eliminating natural climate fluctuations from historical records, it reveals an almost continuous and escalating trend of rising temperatures across the twentieth century. This demonstrates that human-induced factors have significantly contributed to global warming over this period.
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20th Century Climate Trends: Accelerating Warming
Throughout the 20th century, characterized by its beginning on January 1, 1901, and ending on December 31, 2000, earth experienced profound shifts in climate trends amidst various historical milestones. Stripping away the influence of natural internal variabilities reveals a striking pattern - a steady acceleration in global temperatures across the entire century. Dominant events of warfare, technological leaps, ideological confrontations, and socio-political transformations defined the period; yet, underlying these narratives lay a critical story of climate evolution. From the early 1900s until the end of the millennium, the planet witnessed relentless warming, punctuated only occasionally by brief cooling periods unrelated to long-term trends. Advances in science during the latter part of the century enabled more accurate monitoring of atmospheric conditions, confirming suspicions about anthropogenic impacts on weather systems. By accounting for variables such as volcanic eruptions, solar radiation fluctuations, and oceanic oscillations, scientists could isolate the true signal of man-made heating within the complex web of meteorological data. Consequently, removing these transient effects unveiled an almost linear progression toward higher average global temperatures, indicative of escalating greenhouse effect intensities. Despite intermittent geopolitical crises and economic booms, the overarching narrative remains clear – humanity’s growing carbon footprint has significantly altered planetary thermodynamics since the dawn of the modern age.
This response maintains comparable length, complexity, and stylistic tone while preserving the original claim-document relation focused on analyzing climate phenomena over specific temporal scales.

The Kruithof curve describes a region of illuminance levels and color temperatures that are often viewed as comfortable or pleasing to an observer . The curve was constructed from psychophysical data collected by Dutch physicist Arie Andries Kruithof , though the original experimental data is not present on the curve itself . Lighting conditions within the bounded region were empirically assessed as being pleasing or natural , whereas conditions outside of the region were considered uncomfortable , displeasing or unnatural . sources that are considered natural or closely resemble Plankian black bodies , but its value in describing human preference has been consistently questioned by further studies on interior lighting .   For example , natural daylight has a color temperature of 6500 K and an illuminance of about 104 to 105 lux . This color temperature -- illuminance pair results in natural color rendition , but if viewed at a low illuminance , would appear bluish . At typical indoor office illuminance levels of about 400 lux , pleasing color temperatures are lower ( between 3000 and 6000 K ) , and at typical home illuminance levels of about 75 lux , pleasing color temperatures are even lower ( between 2400 and 2700 K ) . These color temperature-illuminance pairs are often achieved with fluorescent and incandescent sources , respectively . It is noteworthy that the pleasing region of the curve contains color temperatures and illuminance levels comparable to naturally lit environments .

100 great Estonians of the 20th century is a list of notable Estonians compiled in 1999 by Eesti Entsüklopeediakirjastus , Eesti Päevaleht , National Library of Estonia , Radio Kuku , and TV3 .   The list includes 20 scientists , 20 social figures , 15 writers , 13 in theater , film and journalism , 12 musicians , 10 artists , and 10 sportsmen . The best known scientist of the century was semiotician Yuri Lotman , politician was Lennart Meri , musician Gustav Ernesaks , and sportsman was chess grandmaster Paul Keres .   100 great Estonians of the 20th century in alphabetical order :   Amandus Adamson ( 1855-1929 )  Ants Antson ( 1938-2015 )  Ants Eskola ( 1908-1989 )  Artur Alliksaar ( 1923-1966 )  August Gailit ( 1891-1960 )  Betti Alver ( 1906-1989 )  Ernst Jaakson ( 1905-1998 )  Gustav Ernesaks ( 1908-1993 )  Heino Eller ( 1887-1970 )  Ita Ever ( 1931 - )  Jaan Einasto ( 1929 - )  Jakob Hurt ( 1839-1906 )  Johannes Aavik ( 1880-1973 )  Johannes Hint ( 1914-1985 )  Jüri Arrak ( 1936 - )  Kaarel Eenpalu ( 1888-1942 )  Miina Härma ( 1864-1941 )  Paul Ariste ( 1905-1990 )  Pavel Bogovski ( 1919-1995 )  Jüri Järvet ( 1919-1995 )  Neeme Järvi ( 1937 - )  Fred Jüssi ( 1935 - )  Tõnu Kaljuste ( 1953 - )  Siim Kallas ( 1948 - )  Edgar Kant  Tunne Kelam ( 1936 - )  Paul Keres ( 1916-1975 )  August Kitzberg ( 1855-1927 )  Eri Klas ( 1939-2016 )  Paul Kogerman ( 1891-1951 )  Jaan Koort ( 1883-1935 )  Johannes Kotkas ( 1915-1998 )  Jaan Kross ( 1920-2007 )  Eerik Kumari ( 1912-1984 )  Julius Kuperjanov ( 1894-1914 )  Mart Laar ( 1960 - )  Johan Laidoner ( 1884-1953 )  Ants Laikmaa ( 1866-1942 )  Juhan Liiv ( 1864-1913 )  Heino Lipp ( 1922-2006 )  Endel Lippmaa ( 1930-2015 )  Juri Lotman ( 1922-1993 )  Georg Lurich ( 1876-1920 )  Oskar Luts ( 1866-1953 )  Rein Maran ( 1931 - )  Alo Mattiisen ( 1961-1996 )  Lennart Meri ( 1929-2006 )  Felix Moor  Harri Moora ( 1900-1968 )  Konrad Mägi ( 1878-1925 )  Erki Nool ( 1970 - )  Ülo Nugis  Pent Nurmekund  Evald Okas ( 1915-2011 )  Ernst Öpik ( 1893-1985 )  Karl Orviku ( 1920-1975 )  Georg Ots ( 1908-1987 )  Kristjan Palusalu  Voldemar Panso  Valdo Pant  Erast Parmasto ( 1928-2012 )  Juhan Peegel  Paul Pinna  Johan Pitka  Jaan Poska ( 1866-1920 )  Ludvig Puusepp ( 1875-1942 )  Arvo Pärt ( 1935 - )  Konstantin Päts ( 1874-1956 )  Kristjan Raud ( 1865-1943  Anna Raudkats  Anto Raukas  Liina Reiman  Günther Reindorff ( 1899-1974 )  Karl Ristikivi ( 1912-1977 )  Hando Runnel  Arnold Rüütel ( 1928 - )  Erika Salumäe ( 1962 - )  Edgar Savisaar ( 1950 - )  Arnold Seppo  Anton Starkopf  Toomas Sulling  Jaan Talts ( 1944 - )  Anton Hansen Tammsaare ( 1878-1940 )  Andres Tarand ( 1940 - )  Enn Tarto ( 1938 - )  Rudolf Tobias ( 1873-1918 )  Veljo Tormis ( 1930-2017 )  Friedebert Tuglas ( 1886-1971 )  Jaan Tõnisson ( 1868-1941 )  Jüri Uluots ( 1890-1945 )  Marie Under ( 1883-1980 )  Jaak Uudmäe ( 1954 - )  Voldemar Vaga  Raimond Valgre ( 1913-1949 )  Juhan Viiding ( 1948-1995 )  Eduard Viiralt ( 1898-1954 )  Eduard Vilde  Jüri Vilms ( 1889-1918 )  Vaino Väljas ( 1931 - )  </div>

This year also marks the start of the Second World War , the deadliest conflict in human history .

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 .

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 .

As a means of recording the passage of time , the 14th century was the century lasting from January 1 , 1301 , to December 31 , 1400 . Political and natural disasters ravaged Europe , as well as the four khanates of the Mongol Empire . Consequently , the Mongol court was driven out of China and retreated to Mongolia , the Ilkhanate collapsed in Persia , the Chaghatayid dissolved into two parts , and the Golden Horde lost its position as great power in Eastern Europe .   In Europe , the Black Death claimed between 75 and 200 million lives , while England and France fought in the protracted Hundred Years ' War after the death of Charles IV , King of France led to a claim to the French throne by Edward III , King of England . This period is considered the height of chivalry and marks the beginning of strong separate identities for both England and France .

A rag-and-bone man ( or `` bag board '' or totter ) collects unwanted household items and sells them to merchants . Traditionally this was a task performed on foot , with the scavenged materials ( which included rags , bones and various metals ) kept in a small bag slung over the shoulder . Some wealthier rag-and-bone men used a cart , sometimes pulled by horse or pony .   19th century rag-and-bone men typically lived in penury , surviving on the proceeds of what they collected each day . Conditions improved following the Second World War , but the trade declined during the latter half of the 20th century . Lately ( 2007-2017 ) , however , due in part to the soaring price of scrap metal , rag-and-bone men can once again be seen at work in many third-world ( as well as some first-world ) countries .

In ecology , regime shifts are large , abrupt , persistent changes in the structure and function of a system . A regime is a characteristic behaviour of a system which is maintained by mutually reinforced processes or feedbacks . Regimes are considered persistent relative to the time period over which the shift occurs . The change of regimes , or the shift , usually occurs when a smooth change in an internal process ( feedback ) or a single disturbance ( external shocks ) triggers a completely different system behavior . Although such non-linear changes have been widely studied in different disciplines ranging from atoms to climate dynamics , regime shifts have gained importance in ecology because they can substantially affect the flow of ecosystem services that societies rely upon , such as provision of food , clean water or climate regulation . Moreover , regime shift occurrence is expected to increase as human influence on the planet increases -- the Anthropocene -- including current trends on human induced climate change and biodiversity loss .

Richard Christopher Carrington ( 26 May 1826 -- 27 November 1875 ) was an English amateur astronomer whose 1859 astronomical observations demonstrated the existence of solar flares as well as suggesting their electrical influence upon the Earth and its aurorae ; and whose 1863 records of sunspot observations revealed the differential rotation of the Sun .

The 1950 Assam -- Tibet earthquake , also known as the Assam earthquake , occurred on 15 August and had a moment magnitude of 8.6 . The epicentre was located near Rima , Tibet . The earthquake was destructive in both Assam and Tibet , and between 1,500 and 3,300 people were killed .   It was the sixth largest earthquake of the 20th century . It is also the largest known earthquake to have not been caused by an oceanic subduction . Instead , this quake was caused by two continental plates colliding .