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Gay Shame
by David M. Halperin Valerie TraubEver since the 1969 Stonewall Riots, "gay pride" has been the rallying cry of the gay rights movement and the political force behind the emergence of the field of lesbian and gay studies. But has something been lost, forgotten, or buried beneath the drive to transform homosexuality from a perversion to a proud social identity? Have the political requirements of gay pride repressed discussion of the more uncomfortable or undignified aspects of homosexuality? Gay Shame seeks to lift this unofficial ban on the investigation of homosexuality and shame by presenting critical work from the most vibrant frontier in contemporary queer studies. An esteemed list of contributors tackles a range of issues--questions of emotion, disreputable sexual histories, dissident gender identities, and embarrassing figures and moments in gay history--as they explore the possibility of reclaiming shame as a new, even productive, way to examine lesbian and gay culture. Gay Shame constitutes nothing less than a major redefinition and revitalization of the field.
Gay, Straight, And The Reason Why: The Science Of Sexual Orientation
by Simon LeVayWhat causes a child to grow up gay or straight? Neuroscientist Simon LeVay summarizes a wealth of scientific evidence that points to one inescapable conclusion: Sexual orientation results primarily from an interaction between genes, sex hormones, and the cells of the developing body and brain. LeVay takes the reader on a whirlwind tour of laboratories that specialize in genetics, endocrinology, neuroscience, cognitive psychology, evolutionary psychology, and family demographics. He describes, for instance, how researchers have manipulated the sex hormone levels of animals during development, causing them to mate preferentially with animals of their own gender. In this second edition, LeVay adds a chapter on bisexuality, reviews some uncommon forms of sexuality, and considers whether there could be a biological basis for subtypes of gay people such as "butch" and "femme" lesbians.
Gay Voluntary Associations in New York: Public Sharing and Private Lives
by Moshe ShokeidGay Voluntary Associations in New York is a sensitive and insightful ethnography of social groups that have gathered around common interests in an urban LGBT population from the time of the AIDS crisis to the present. Anthropologist Moshe Shokeid examines the social discourse of sex, love, friendship, and spiritual life in which these communities are passionately engaged.<P> Drawn from long-term anthropological research in New York City, Gay Voluntary Associations in New York uses participant observation to explore such diverse social associations and religious organizations as seniors groups, interracials, bisexuals, sexual compulsives, gay bears, and Catholic, Protestant, and Jewish gay congregations. As an outside observer--neither gay nor American-born--Shokeid examines the social discourse within these voluntary associations from a critical vantage point. In addition to the personal information and intimate expressions of empathy freely shared in the company of strangers at social gatherings, individual stories and experiences are woven into the narrative to illustrate the existential conditions and emotional template of gay life in the city. Shokeid's nuanced portrait of the affective relationships within these groups offers deeper comprehension of the social dynamics and emotional realities of gay urban communities in the United States.
GC/MS
by Marvin McmasterUpdated and expanded, the classic guide to GC/MS helps chromatographers quickly learn to use this technique for analyzing and identifying compounds. After explaining the fundamentals, it discusses optimizing, tuning, using, and maintaining GC/MS equipment; explores advances in miniaturized and field-portable GC/MS systems and microfluidic components; and more. Complete with a CD-ROM, it covers applications in the environmental laboratory and in forensics, toxicology, and space science. This is the premier resource for professionals in those fields and for students.
GC-MS Guide to Ignitable Liquids
by Michael W. Gilbert Reta Newman Kevin LothridgeThe rapidly increasing number of different ignitable liquid formulations available today poses a new challenge to fire debris analysts and other forensic chemistry specialists - that of accurately identifying and classifying ignitable liquids with unfamiliar chromatographic patterns. GC-MS Guide to Ignitable Liquids addresses that challenge with a selection of more than 100 different ignitable liquid formulations designed to supplement the laboratory's standard collection. Both total ion chromatograms and extracted ion chromatograms (mass chromatograms) are included. Written by authors who are also experienced forensic chemists, this complete reference is the only single source of information on ignitable liquids - a must for students of fire science, forensic chemists, and anyone conducting fire debris analysis.
GCSE Science Single Award for CCEA: Foundation and Higher Tier Revision Book
by James NapierHelp your students perfect their understanding and prepare for examinations with accessible science content presented at the right level. An accessible Revision Guide that completely covers the most recent specification with up-to-date revision questions. Written by best-selling authors with substantial examining experience at both Foundation and Higher level for CCEA. - Ensures students' understanding with clear worked examples and content written at the correct level - Provides practice for assessment with lots of Revision Questions - Enables students to improve their grade with helpful exam tips that covers key terminology and guidance on preparing for assessment - Helps students to practise and remember key terms with a full Glossary
GCSE Test Prep Flash Cards: Physics (Exambusters GCSE Workbook #4)
by Ace Inc.<P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i><P><P> 600 questions and answers. Essential definitions, formulas, concepts, and sample problems. <P><P>Topics: Measurement, Motion and Forces, Work and Energy, Heat and Gases, Atoms, Fluids, Sound, Light and Optics, DC Circuits, Magnetism, AC Circuits <P> Exambusters GCSE Prep Workbooks provide comprehensive GCSE review--one fact at a time--to prepare students to take practice GCSE tests. Each GCSE study guide focuses on fundamental concepts and definitions--a basic overview to begin studying for the GCSE exam. Up to 600 questions and answers, each volume in the GCSE series is a quick and easy, focused read. Reviewing GCSE flash cards is the first step toward more confident GCSE preparation and ultimately, higher GCSE exam scores!
GCSE Test Prep Flash Cards: Geology (Exambusters GCSE Workbook #1)
by Ace Inc.<P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i><P><P> 600 questions and answers. Essential definitions and concepts.<P><P> Topics: Calculations, Earth's Origin, Save Our Planet, Minerals, Rocks, Weathering, Groundwater, Running Water, Glaciers, The Changing Crust, The Oceans, Maps, The Atmosphere, Wind, Weather Patterns, Introduction to Astronomy <P> Exambusters GCSE Prep Workbooks provide comprehensive GCSE review--one fact at a time--to prepare students to take practice GCSE tests. Each GCSE study guide focuses on fundamental concepts and definitions--a basic overview to begin studying for the GCSE exam. Up to 600 questions and answers, each volume in the GCSE series is a quick and easy, focused read. Reviewing GCSE flash cards is the first step toward more confident GCSE preparation and ultimately, higher GCSE exam scores!
GCSE Test Prep Flash Cards: Biology Essentials (Exambusters GCSE Workbook #2)
by Ace Inc.<P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i><P><P> 450 questions and answers. Essential definitions and concepts. <P><P>Topics: Cells, Biochemistry and Energy, Evolution and Classification, Kingdoms: Bacteria, Fungi, Protista; Kingdom: Plantae, Kingdom: Animalia, Human Locomotion, Human Circulation and Immunology, Human Respiration and Excretion, Human Digestion, Human Nervous System, Human Endocrinology, Reproduction and Development, Genetics, Ecology <P> Exambusters GCSE Prep Workbooks provide comprehensive GCSE review--one fact at a time--to prepare students to take practice GCSE tests. Each GCSE study guide focuses on fundamental concepts and definitions--a basic overview to begin studying for the GCSE exam. Up to 600 questions and answers, each volume in the GCSE series is a quick and easy, focused read. Reviewing GCSE flash cards is the first step toward more confident GCSE preparation and ultimately, higher GCSE exam scores!
GCSE Test Prep Flash Cards: Chemistry (Exambusters GCSE Workbook #3)
by Ace Inc.<P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i><P><P> 700 questions and answers. Essential definitions, formulas, concepts, and sample problems. <P><P>Topics: Introduction, Matter, Atoms, Formulas, Moles, Reactions, Elements, Periodic Table, Electrons, Chemical Bonds, Heat, Gases, Phase Changes, Solutions, Reaction Rates, Equilibrium, Acids and Bases, Oxidation and Reduction, Introduction to Organic Chemistry, Radioactivity <P> Exambusters GCSE Prep Workbooks provide comprehensive GCSE review--one fact at a time--to prepare students to take practice GCSE tests. Each GCSE study guide focuses on fundamental concepts and definitions--a basic overview to begin studying for the GCSE exam. Up to 600 questions and answers, each volume in the GCSE series is a quick and easy, focused read. Reviewing GCSE flash cards is the first step toward more confident GCSE preparation and ultimately, higher GCSE exam scores!
Gear Accuracy: A Treatise on Gear Noise Excitation, Vibration Generation, and Dynamics of Operation (Mechanical Engineering Series)
by Stephen P. RadzevichThis book provides a comprehensive profile the range of developments in gear science and gear engineering mainly those related to noise emission and vibration generation. The problem of noise emission and vibration generation is a challenging one. This scientific and engineering problem requires efforts of gear experts of different areas, and it got no satisfactory solution yet. Gear experts of different countries (USA, Israel, Poland, and Ukraine) have contributed to this volume. The latest accomplishments in scientific theory of gearing, gear design, production, inspection, and application are covered by this volume. The readers’ attention is focused mainly on the achievements in the field that lead to a significant reduction of gear noise excitation and vibration generation in gearing of all designs, namely, in parallel-axes gearing, in intersected-axes gearing, and in crossed-axes gearing. The concept of geometrically-accurate gearing (parallel-axes gearing, intersected-axes gearing, and crossed-axes gearing) is lays in the foundation of the undertaken research on gear noise emission and vibration generation. To the best possible extent, the kinematical and geometrical components of the problem under consideration are outlined at the beginning of this volume of the book when the accuracy of gears are discussed. The illustration of the various aspects of the problem is provided in the rest sections of the book volume. In particular, the readers’ attention is focused here also on the key problems, the poor knowledge of the scientific theory of gearing may lead to. This latter issue arouses even in leading gear manufacturing companies. The bottom line is as follows: In order to succeed in solving the noise excitation, and the vibration generation problem in gearing, high level of proficiency in the scientific theory of gearing is a must, as this theory provides the user with an in-depth understanding of meshing of the gear teeth, as well as with powerful tools to solve gear problems of this sort in cases when something goes wrong.
Gear Drive Systems: Design and Application (Mechanical Engineering #20)
by Peter LynwanderThis outstanding reference provides the complete range of practical and theoretical information - with over 250 detailed illustartions, fugures and table- needed to design, manufacture and operate reliable, efficient gear drive systems, emphasizing parallel shaft and planetary units with spur and helical gearing.
Gear Noise and Vibration (Mechanical Engineering)
by J. Derek SmithBased on over 40 years of consultation and teaching experience, Gear Noise and Vibration demonstrates logical gear noise and vibration approaches without the use of complex mathematics or lengthy computation methods. The second edition offers new and extended discussions on high- and low-contact ratio gears, lightly loaded gears, planetary and spli
Gears: Volume 1: Geometric and Kinematic Design (Springer Series in Solid and Structural Mechanics #10)
by Vincenzo VulloThe book explores the geometric and kinematic design of the various types of gears most commonly used in practical applications, also considering the problems concerning their cutting processes. The cylindrical spur and helical gears are first considered, determining their main geometric quantities in the light of interference and undercut problems, as well as the related kinematic parameters. Particular attention is paid to the profile shift of these types of gears either generated by rack-type cutter or by pinion-rack cutter. Among other things, profile-shifted toothing allows to obtain teeth shapes capable of greater strength and more balanced specific sliding, as well as to reduce the number of teeth below the minimum one to avoid the operating interference or undercut. These very important aspects of geometric-kinematic design of cylindrical spur and helical gears are then generalized and extended to the other examined types of gears most commonly used in practical applications, such as: straight bevel gears; crossed helical gears; worm gears; spiral bevel and hypoid gears. Finally, ordinary gear trains, planetary gear trains and face gear drives are discussed. Includes fully-developed exercises to draw the reader's attention to the problems that are of interest to the designer, as well as to clarify the calculation procedure Topics are addressed from a theoretical standpoint, but in such a way as not to lose sight of the physical phenomena that characterize the various types of gears which are examined The analytical and numerical solutions are formulated so as to be of interest not only to academics, but also to designers who deal with actual engineering problems concerning the gears
Gears: Volume 2: Analysis of Load Carrying Capacity and Strength Design (Springer Series in Solid and Structural Mechanics #11)
by Vincenzo VulloThis book explores the geometric and kinematic design of the various types of gears most commonly used in practical applications, also considering the problems concerning their cutting processes. The cylindrical spur and helical gears are first considered, determining their main geometric quantities in the light of interference and undercut problems, as well as the related kinematic parameters. Particular attention is paid to the profile shift of these types of gears either generated by rack-type cutter or by pinion-rack cutter. Among other things, profile-shifted toothing allows to obtain teeth shapes capable of greater strength and more balanced specific sliding, as well as to reduce the number of teeth below the minimum one to avoid the operating interference or undercut. These very important aspects of geometric-kinematic design of cylindrical spur and helical gears are then generalized and extended to the other examined types of gears most commonly used in practical applications, such as straight bevel gears; crossed helical gears; worm gears; spiral bevel and hypoid gears. Finally, ordinary gear trains, planetary gear trains and face gear drives are discussed. This is the most advanced reference guide to the state of the art in gear engineering. Topics are addressed from a theoretical standpoint, but in such a way as not to lose sight of the physical phenomena that characterize the various types of gears which are examined. The analytical and numerical solutions are formulated so as to be of interest not only to academics, but also to designers who deal with actual engineering problems concerning the gears
Gears in Design, Production and Education: A Tribute to Prof. Veniamin Goldfarb (Mechanisms and Machine Science #101)
by Natalya Barmina Evgenii TrubachevThis book is the fourth volume in the series devoted to gear engineering and computer-aided design, production, testing and education. It comprises fundamental and applied research contributions by scientists and gear experts from all the world and covers recent developments and historical achievements in various spheres of mechanical engineering related to different kinds of gears, transmissions, and drive systems. It gathers contributions describing the advanced approaches to research, design, testing and production of practically all common and new kinds of gears for a vast number of advanced applications. Special attention is paid to issues of higher education in the field of gears. The book is intended as a tribute to professor Veniamin Goldfarb (1941-2019), one of the world-known leaders in the field of gear research, education and production, who contributed much to the active international cooperation of gear experts and to promotion of MMS science. The introductory chapter of this book relates his research to major developments in the field of mechanisms and machine science and outlines important contributions that he made within the period of 1964-2019.
Geckos: The Animal Answer Guide (The Animal Answer Guides: Q&A for the Curious Naturalist)
by Aaron M. BauerEverything a student, naturalist, or curious observer wants to know about the biology and diversity of geckos.Q: How do geckos walk across ceilings? A: Millions of hair-like setae on each foot.Q: Where do geckos come from? A: Throughout the world. Usually where it’s warm.Q: How many species of geckos are there? A: Close to 1,500 and counting!Q: What do they eat? A: Insects mostly. Discover the biology, natural history, and diversity of geckos—the acrobatic little lizards made famous by a car insurance ad campaign. Lizard biologist and gecko expert Aaron Bauer answers deceptively simple questions with surprising and little-known facts. Readers can explore color photographs that reveal the natural wonder and beauty of the gecko form and are further informed by images of how geckos live in their natural habitats. Although written for nonexperts, Geckos also provides a carefully selected bibliography and a new list of all known species that will be of interest to herpetologists. Anyone who owns a gecko, has seen them in the wild, or has wondered about them will appreciate this gem of a book.
The Gecko's Foot: Bio-inspiration, Engineering New Materials from Nature
by Peter ForbesArising from a series of articles he wrote for The Guardian aimed at a serious-minded general audience, this book explores topics of materials science and nanotechnology, and new understandings of nature. Forbes is inspired by the subject and he draws together a significant amount of technical and scientific information.
GED: Science
by Steck-VaughnYou are taking a very big step toward changing your life with your decision to take the GED test. By opening this book, you are taking your second important step: preparing for the test.
GED Test Prep Flash Cards: Physics (Exambusters GED Workbook #4 of 13)
by Ace Inc.<P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i><P><P> 600 questions. Sample problems. Topics: Metric System, Motion and Forces, Work and Energy, Fluids, Sound, Light and Optics, Static Electricity, D.C. and A.C. Circuits, Magnetism <P><P> "EXAMBUSTERS GED Prep Workbooks" provide comprehensive, fundamental GED review--one fact at a time--to prepare students to take practice GED tests. Each GED study guide focuses on one specific subject area covered on the GED exam. From 300 to 600 questions and answers, each volume in the GED series is a quick and easy, focused read. Reviewing GED flash cards is the first step toward more confident GED preparation and ultimately, higher GED exam scores!
GED Test Prep Flash Cards: Biology (Exambusters GED Workbook #2 of 13)
by Ace Inc.<P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i><P><P> 450 questions. Topics: Cells, Biochemistry and Energy, Evolution, Kingdoms: Monera, Fungi, Protista, Plants, Animals; Human: Locomotion, Circulation, Immunology, Respiration, Excretion, Digestion, Nervous System <P><P> "EXAMBUSTERS GED Prep Workbooks" provide comprehensive, fundamental GED review--one fact at a time--to prepare students to take practice GED tests. Each GED study guide focuses on one specific subject area covered on the GED exam. From 300 to 600 questions and answers, each volume in the GED series is a quick and easy, focused read. Reviewing GED flash cards is the first step toward more confident GED preparation and ultimately, higher GED exam scores!
GED Test Prep Flash Cards: Chemistry (Exambusters GED Workbook #3 of 13)
by Ace Inc.<P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i><P><P> 700 questions. Essential chemistry formulas and concepts. Topics: Metric System, Matter, Atoms, Formulas, Moles, Reactions, Elements, Chemical Bonds, Phase Changes, Solutions, Reaction Rates, Acids and Bases, Oxidation and Reduction, Introduction to Organic <P><P> "EXAMBUSTERS GED Prep Workbooks" provide comprehensive, fundamental GED review--one fact at a time--to prepare students to take practice GED tests. Each GED study guide focuses on one specific subject area covered on the GED exam. From 300 to 600 questions and answers, each volume in the GED series is a quick and easy, focused read. Reviewing GED flash cards is the first step toward more confident GED preparation and ultimately, higher GED exam scores!
Gedächtnis
by Thomas GruberDas Buch liefert einen Überblick über den aktuellen Wissenstand zum Thema Gedächtnis. Es richtet sich vor allem an Studierende und Lehrende der Psychologie, der Kognitions- und Neurowissenschaften und an psychologieinteressierte Laien. Inhaltlich liegt der Schwerpunkt auf Gedächtnissystemen und -prozessen. Es werden zentrale experimentelle Techniken zur Untersuchung der Einspeicherung, der Aufrechterhaltung und des Abrufes von Gedächtniseinträgen vorgestellt. Weiterhin wird den Leserinnen und Lesern vermittelt, wie solche Gedächtniseinträge im Gehirn implementiert sind. Die Inhalte spiegeln dabei eine ausgewogene Mischung zwischen den "Klassikern“ der Gedächtnisforschung und modernen Erkenntnissen aus den Kognitiven Neurowissenschaften wider. Exkurse in alltagsrelevante Anwendungsbereiche runden den ganzheitlichen Eindruck ab.
The Geek Atlas: 128 Places Where Science and Technology Come Alive
by John Graham-CummingThe history of science is all around us, if you know where to look. With this unique traveler's guide, you'll learn about 128 destinations around the world where discoveries in science, mathematics, or technology occurred or is happening now. Travel to Munich to see the world's largest science museum, watch Foucault's pendulum swinging in Paris, ponder a descendant of Newton's apple tree at Trinity College, Cambridge, and more.Each site in The Geek Atlas focuses on discoveries or inventions, and includes information about the people and the science behind them. Full of interesting photos and illustrations, the book is organized geographically by country (by state within the U.S.), complete with latitudes and longitudes for GPS devices. Destinations include:Bletchley Park in the UK, where the Enigma code was brokenThe Alan Turing Memorial in Manchester, EnglandThe Horn Antenna in New Jersey, where the Big Bang theory was confirmedThe National Cryptologic Museum in Fort Meade, MarylandThe Trinity Test Site in New Mexico, where the first atomic bomb was explodedThe Joint Genome Institute in Walnut Creek, CaliforniaYou won't find tedious, third-rate museums, or a tacky plaque stuck to a wall stating that "Professor X slept here." Every site in this book has real scientific, mathematical, or technological interest -- places guaranteed to make every geek's heart pound a little faster. Plan a trip with The Geek Atlas and make your own discoveries along the way.
Geek Dad
by Ken DenmeadThe ultimate DIY project guide for techie dads raising kids in their own geeky image, in the spirit of The Dangerous Book for Boys Today's generation of dads grew up more tech-savvy than ever. Rather than joining the Little League team, many grew up playing computer games, Dungeons and Dragons, and watching Star Wars. Now with kids of their own, these digital-age dads are looking for fresh ways to share their love of science and technology, and help their kids develop a passion for learning and discovery. Enter supergeek, and father of two, Ken Denmead. An engineer and editor of the incredibly popular GeekDad blog on wired.com, Ken has created the ultimate, idea-packed guide guaranteed to help dads and kids alike enjoy the magic of playtime together and tap into the infinite possibility of their imagination. With illustrations throughout, this book offers projects for all ages to suit any timeframe or budget. With Denmead's expert guidance, you and your child can: *Fly a night-time kite ablaze with lights or launch a video camera with balloons *Construct the "Best Slip n' Slide Ever," a guaranteed thrill ride *Build a working lamp with LEGO bricks and CDs *Create a customized comic strip or your own board game *Transform any room into a spaceship *Make geeky crafts like cyborg jack-o'-lanterns or Ethernet cuff links Brimming with endlessly fun and futuristic tidbits on everything from gaming to gadgets, GeekDad helps every tech-savvy father unleash his inner kid-and bond with the next generation of brainiacs. Watch a Video