Detoxification of Xenobiotics by Plant Cells: Characterization of Vacuolar Amphiphilic Organic Anion Transporters
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A 5 page discussion of plant purification of toxins. Imparts an understanding of the biochemical mechanism of how plants, either intentionally or by chance, when exposed to toxins, can purify themselves of those toxins. Emphasizes that this knowledge has numerous implications and could even be applied to toxic waste disposal and cleanup. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPplntDe.wps
Essay Title: Detoxification of Xenobiotics by Plant Cells: Characterization of Vacuolar Amphiphilic Organic Anion Transporters

Constructed Wetlands in Wastewater Treatment: Design and Monitoring Considerations
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A 9 page overview of the use of constructed wetlands in the receipt and treatment of domestic wastewater. Outlines the design considerations which must be considered prior to construction and operational and monitoring considerations which ensure the ongoing success of a project. Includes a sample of specific design and performance information for an operational wastewater to wetlands operation in Manila. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPwetWst.wps
Essay Title: Constructed Wetlands in Wastewater Treatment: Design and Monitoring Considerations

Acid Rain: Effects on the Environment and Man
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A 5 page overview of the phenomenon of acid rain. Describes the phenomenon from a chemical standpoint emphasizing the role of sulfuric acid, chlorofluorocarbons, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitric acid. Relates the impacts which acid rain can have on the environment and on man. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPacdRn2.wps
Essay Title: Acid Rain: Effects on the Environment and Man

"Chemical Analysis By Observation Of Spectra" - Summary
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4 pages in length. The purpose of the experiments is to illustrate how important spectrum analysis is within the context of chemical reaction where various substances are concerned. For the chemicals in this experiment, all have the ability to create specific bright lines when brought into contact with the flame. The inherent value of performing these experiments, therefore, is to establish the importance of spectrum analysis in relation to further discover of elements that may not be detected without the influence of certain light properties. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCSpectra.rtf
Essay Title: "Chemical Analysis By Observation Of Spectra" - Summary

A Comparison of Fire Suppression Systems
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This 4 page paper takes a look at two fire suppression systems : CO2 based systems and Halon systems. The two are compared and contrasted and the environmental problems with halon are highlighted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA349CO2.rtf
Essay Title: A Comparison of Fire Suppression Systems

A Comparison of Three Soft Drinks: Coke, Dr. Pepper and Mountain Dew
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This 5 page paper compares and contrasts ingredients and amount of carbonation in each drink. Some history of each soft drink is provided. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA149pop.rtf
Essay Title: A Comparison of Three Soft Drinks: Coke, Dr. Pepper and Mountain Dew

Acid Rain: Impacts to Soil and Water
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A 6 page discussion of the impacts of acid rain. This paper details the chemical impacts to soil and water as well as to the physiological function of biological organisms. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPacidRC.rtf
Essay Title: Acid Rain: Impacts to Soil and Water