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Faculty Senate Resolution 83-04, Louisiana State University And Agricultural & Mechanical College Jan 1984

Faculty Senate Resolution 83-04, Louisiana State University And Agricultural & Mechanical College

LSU Faculty Senate Publications

Faculty Senate Resolution on a bylaws amendment regarding the public relations committee, adopted on January 17, 1984.

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Gumbo Yearbook, Class Of 1984, Louisiana State University And Agricultural & Mechanical College Jan 1984

Gumbo Yearbook, Class Of 1984, Louisiana State University And Agricultural & Mechanical College

Gumbo Yearbook

The Gumbo yearbook chronicles the entire academic year at LSU. In words and especially photos, the Gumbo shows the people, places, and events that make each year unique. In addition to formal portraits of schools and departments, the book contains hundreds of snapshots of students with their friends and dozens of pages showcasing organizations.

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The Vanquished Christ Of Modern Passion Drama., Lynda Margaret Scott Donaldson Jan 1984

The Vanquished Christ Of Modern Passion Drama., Lynda Margaret Scott Donaldson

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The study of "The Vanquished Christ in Modern Passion Drama" selects from the anthropocentric passion imagery in over fifty modern plays written in English between 1864 and 1980. By focusing on the modern passion dramas which appeared during the 1920s and in the postmodern period coinciding with the conflict in Vietnam of 1957 through 1973, the main thrust of this research reveals the modern poetic vision of the Christ figure of passion persona who, like mankind at war, is threatened with extinction. The modern, radical poetic vision differs from the traditional view of the passion demonstrated in pageants such as …

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Factors Affecting The Success/Nonsuccess Of Small Farmers In Louisiana., Adell Brown Jan 1984

Factors Affecting The Success/Nonsuccess Of Small Farmers In Louisiana., Adell Brown

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

In Louisiana it was observed that many small farmers survived over long periods of time, while others with similar farm resources did not. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the social and economic factors affecting the degree of success of small farmers. A major objective was to compare two methodologies used in defining and evaluating success on a small farm. The farm business approach as measured by economic performance (quantitative) was compared to the family well-being approach as measured by socio-economic factors (qualitative to determine similarities and differences in classifying successful and nonsuccessful farms. The literature was examined …

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Vocational Agriculture Teacher's Perceptions Of Young/Adult Education Programs In The Southern Region Of The United States., Douglas Malcolm Haynes Jan 1984

Vocational Agriculture Teacher's Perceptions Of Young/Adult Education Programs In The Southern Region Of The United States., Douglas Malcolm Haynes

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The purpose of this study was to determine vocational agriculture teachers' perceptions of their roles and responsibilities for and the importance of selected educationally related aspects of young/adult programs in agriculture. It was also the intent of the study to identify some characteristics of these programs in the South. A proportional two-phase random sampling technique was used to select 361 teachers in four states in the Southern region. The four-part questionnaire, developed to record responses, netted an 82.8% usable return rate after four follow-up procedures, which included an intensive follow-up of non-respondents. Participants' responses were recorded on an 11-point continuum …

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The Role Of Religions And Cults In The Plays Of Thomas Middleton., Deborah Rees Griffitts Jan 1984

The Role Of Religions And Cults In The Plays Of Thomas Middleton., Deborah Rees Griffitts

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Most of Thomas Middleton's works, as well as his personal background, indicate that his theological inclinations were Calvinistic. Many of his plays display his regard for "protestant" morality or his contempt for Roman Catholics and fringe elements of the Reform movement. His early and middle plays also satirize Puritans, who, although basically loyal subjects, were offensive to both Elizabeth I and James I because they urged greater reforms within the orthodox Church and criticized practices of which both monarchs were fond. During the reign of James, Puritans, largely from the middle class, became particularly unpopular among the gentry and courtier …

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Progeny Studies And Genotype X Environment Interactions For Yield And Other Characters In Sweet Potatoes, Ipomoea Batatas, L. (Path Analysis, Heritability, Correlations)., Marc J. J Janssens Jan 1984

Progeny Studies And Genotype X Environment Interactions For Yield And Other Characters In Sweet Potatoes, Ipomoea Batatas, L. (Path Analysis, Heritability, Correlations)., Marc J. J Janssens

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

A multi-environmental trial was conducted in Rwanda, located in the highlands of Central Africa. The trial consisted of 26 cultivars of sweet potatoes repeated over 11 environments. Genotype X environment (G X E) interactions were highly significant for vine yield, fresh root yield, number of roots, and dry matter yield. Average root weight was not significant for G X E interactions. The G X E variance component was generally more important than the variance component for cultivars. From pathway analysis it was concluded that the G X E effects of dry matter yield were little determined by the G X …

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A Multitrait-Multisource Examination Of The Relationship Between Moral Judgment And Religiousness Of Eighth Grade Students., Kathleen Trudeau Cranford Jan 1984

A Multitrait-Multisource Examination Of The Relationship Between Moral Judgment And Religiousness Of Eighth Grade Students., Kathleen Trudeau Cranford

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Since results have been equivocal about the relationship between religion and moral judgment, this study was undertaken to determine whether there was evidence for the relationship, using a multitrait-multisource technique. Criticisms of Kohlberg's theory of moral development were reviewed in regard to the issue. Teacher, self, and peer ratings were obtained on scales of religiousness, moral judgment, and social skill, which was included as a discriminant variable. A pilot group of 67 eighth graders was assessed to determine the reliability of the rating scales. Thirty-four eighth graders in the sample completed the religiousness, moral judgment, and social skills rating scales …

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Electronic Structure Of Small Iron Clusters., Keeyung Lee Jan 1984

Electronic Structure Of Small Iron Clusters., Keeyung Lee

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The linear combination of Gaussian orbitals (LCGO) method has been adopted in developing a spin-polarized molecular orbital calculation code. The calculations are based on density functional theory using local density approximation for the exchange-correlation potential. A variational fitting method is used to obtain a charge density fit to avoid the need for using four-center integrals in evaluating the Coulomb potential. The matrix elements of the exchange potential are evaluated by direct numerical integration using a doubling grid developed for this purpose. Self-consistent solutions have been obtained using this method for Fe(,9) and Fe(,15) clusters with open boundaries and with body-centered …

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Natraqualfs And Associated Soils Characteristics And Their Interactions With Gypsum., Yong Soon Goh Jan 1984

Natraqualfs And Associated Soils Characteristics And Their Interactions With Gypsum., Yong Soon Goh

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The extensive occurrence of soils with high levels of exchangeable Na and especially those with acid sola in humid subtropical regions has not been widely recognized. This study was initiated to (1) study the physical, chemical and mineralogical characteristics, and relationships with associated soils toposequences with low, intermediate and high levels of exchangeable Na, and (2) to evaluate the effectiveness of different strength CaSO(,4)(.)2H(,2)O solutions to displace Na from the exchange complex by a sequential leaching process. A total of six soils were included in the study. Total soil analysis indicated that Bonn, Groom, and Mollicy soils have total Ca, …

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A Real-Time Microcomputer-Assisted System For Translating Aural, Monophonic Tones Into Music Notation As An Aid In Sightsinging (Pitch Extraction, Computer)., Randall Martin Kolb Jan 1984

A Real-Time Microcomputer-Assisted System For Translating Aural, Monophonic Tones Into Music Notation As An Aid In Sightsinging (Pitch Extraction, Computer)., Randall Martin Kolb

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The problems of real-time pitch detection by computer were studied in an attempt to develop a learning tool for sightsinging students. Specialized hardware and software were developed for the task of solving three problems in real time: (1) the extraction of the fundamental frequency of vocal tones, (2) the detection of the pitch of those tones, and (3) the display of those pitches in standard music notation for visual feedback to the student. The system that was developed has the capabilities of: (1) displaying standard music symbols in high resolution graphic images, (2) accessing a library of melodies to be …

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Characterization Of Iron-Ruthenium Bimetallic Catalyst Systems (Methanation, Moessbauer, Zeolite)., M. Mehdi Akbarnejad Jan 1984

Characterization Of Iron-Ruthenium Bimetallic Catalyst Systems (Methanation, Moessbauer, Zeolite)., M. Mehdi Akbarnejad

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Due to the potential of iron-ruthenium bimetallic heterogeneous catalysis in a number of high demand, energy related processes, this study was undertaken to synthesis and characterize a series of bimetallic Iron-Ruthenium alloy and clusters. A material science approach was taken which relies on the physical and chemical characterization of catalyst material itself rather than the classical chemical kinetics investigation of the catalytic reaction. Various methods have been employed for the determination of surface and bulk properties of catalysts during dehydration-hydration, and oxidation-reduction treatments. In the case of the bimetallic systems, the use of ('99)Ru and ('57)Fe double labelled Mossbauer experiments …

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An Empirical Investigation Of The Effect Of Capital Structure Regulation On The Asset Portfolio Of Commercial Banks., Robert Edward Lamy Jan 1984

An Empirical Investigation Of The Effect Of Capital Structure Regulation On The Asset Portfolio Of Commercial Banks., Robert Edward Lamy

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The recent failures of large banks coupled with unstable economic conditions have generated a renewed interest in the regulation of large commercial banks. In particular, the regulation of bank capital by federal banking authorities, which for years, has assumed the role as protector of overall banking soundness, has become a highly debated topic. This issue is by no means indigenous to recent times and the academic and professional literature is replete with studies attempting to solve the capital adequacy dilemma. Exactly how much capital is enough to ensure the soundness of the banking industry has not been agreed upon. But, …

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Diagenesis Of Cenozoic Limestones On Enewetak Atoll (Dolomite, Neomorphism, Radiaxial)., Arthur Henry Saller Jan 1984

Diagenesis Of Cenozoic Limestones On Enewetak Atoll (Dolomite, Neomorphism, Radiaxial)., Arthur Henry Saller

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Cores from Enewetak Atoll afford an excellent opportunity to study diagenetic alteration in carbonates from the modern sediment-water interface to burial depths of over 1,300 m. Intensity of diagenetic alteration in Cenozoic carbonates on Enewetak is largely a function of time which strata have been in diagenetic environments with active water circulation. In Pleistocene strata deposited in back-reef environments, diagenesis is dominated by meteoric processes including dissolution of aragonite, calcite cementation, and alteration of aragonite and high-magnesian calcite (HMC) to low-magnesian calcite (LMC). Petrographic and stable isotope data suggest that aragonite neomorphism occurred by a process of partial delicate intrafabric …

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A Time Series Model Of The Controller Functions Of The Human Temperature Regulating System., Mohsen Neghabat Jan 1984

A Time Series Model Of The Controller Functions Of The Human Temperature Regulating System., Mohsen Neghabat

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The objective of this study is to develop time series models of the controller mechanisms of the human temperature regulating system. The controller responses are: changes in metabolic heat production, changes in evaporative heat loss and alterations in the surface blood flow. After evaluating the models developed for the controller mechanisms, the models are validated in the context of a complete simulation model of temperature regulation. Additionally, upper and lower limits are set for the controller responses. Because of the nature of the data available for surface blood flow, this controller response is not represented by time series models. Published …

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Experimental Investigation Of A Cylinder In Axial Motion At Low Reynolds Number., Tsukasa Jeff Ui Jan 1984

Experimental Investigation Of A Cylinder In Axial Motion At Low Reynolds Number., Tsukasa Jeff Ui

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Measurements were made on the terminal velocity of circular cylinders with length to diameter ratio 4 < L/D < 231 moving parallel to their axes at low Reynolds number in a fluid bounded by a cylindrical container. The drag was found to vary inversely with the boundary diameter as suggested by Wakiya's theory for prolate spheroids. When extrapolated to infinite boundary, the results agree well with the numerical calculations of Youngren and Acrivos, Gluckman et al. and Swanson et al. and the experimental results of Heiss and Coull.

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A Regression Model To Measure The Impact Of Actual And Proposed Class Scheduling Policies On Electricity Consumption: A Case Study At Louisiana State University., Enrique Mejorada Jan 1984

A Regression Model To Measure The Impact Of Actual And Proposed Class Scheduling Policies On Electricity Consumption: A Case Study At Louisiana State University., Enrique Mejorada

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Universities have adopted many programs to conserve electricity and counteract its high costs. Electricity can be conserved by adopting a class scheduling policy which schedules a reduced number of classes when the weather is more inclement. A regression model is postulated to measure the impact of the actual class scheduling policy on the 3-hourly electricity consumption at Louisiana State University. This model explicitly considers the effects of students' load, temperature, and humidity, and implicitly considers variables such as electricity prices and implemented electricity conservation programs through dummy variables. Also, two- and three-way interaction effects are considered in this model. Since …

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Liver And Egg Yolk Cholesterol Changes Caused By Dietary Lipids., Jesus Perez-Buriel Jan 1984

Liver And Egg Yolk Cholesterol Changes Caused By Dietary Lipids., Jesus Perez-Buriel

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

A series of seven short term experiments were conducted using SCWL laying hens to study liver and egg yolk cholesterol changes caused by dietary lipids. For all the experiments, the individually caged layers were 55 week-old or older and automated procedures were used to measure the liver and yolk cholesterol responses. In the first four experiments the diets contained olive or safflower oils at 8%, oleic or linoleic acids at 6%, all with or without cholesterol. In experiment 5, dietary levels of olive and safflower (1 and 8%) and cholesterol (0 and 1%) were factorially combined and examined. The olive …

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Effectiveness Of Extension Crd Advisory Committees As Perceived By Lay Members And Extension Professionals In Louisiana (Community Resource Development)., Malikhan Singh Chauhan Jan 1984

Effectiveness Of Extension Crd Advisory Committees As Perceived By Lay Members And Extension Professionals In Louisiana (Community Resource Development)., Malikhan Singh Chauhan

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The major focus of the study was on the perception of lay members and Extension agents regarding the effectiveness of Extension CRD advisory committees. Indicators of perceived effectiveness chosen for the study were the purposes - functions rationale of Pesson and the educational needs and problems in community development work. Empirical data were collected through mail questionnaires from 83 advisory committee members in 14 parishes and 52 Extension agents designated to CRD work. The major findings of the study revealed that a majority of committee members felt that membership of committees was improvement for achieving community improvement, gaining knowledge, self-satisfaction, …

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Speciation Studies Of Biologically Active Compounds (Atomic Absorption, Ultrasonic Nebulization, Hplc, Organoleads, Aminoglycosides-Metal Complexes)., Edmund Douglas Boothe Jan 1984

Speciation Studies Of Biologically Active Compounds (Atomic Absorption, Ultrasonic Nebulization, Hplc, Organoleads, Aminoglycosides-Metal Complexes)., Edmund Douglas Boothe

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Part I. Development of a new nebulizer-flame atomizer atomic absorption system designed for metal speciation. A new flame atomic absorption system has been designed and developed. A new, highly efficient ultrasonic nebulizer was used for sample introduction and aerosol generation. Extensive evaluations and modifications of commercially available atomic absorption spray chambers and burner heads were conducted. Observations made during these studies centered on some of the fundamental properties of aerosol transport within the atomic absorption nebulization system. The new flame atomic absorption system consisted of the ultrasonic nebulizer incorporated into a modified spray chamber. The aerodynamic properties of the chamber …

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The Effects Of Oral And Oral-Visual Dictation Exercises On A Specific Writing Skill Of Selected College Developmental Students (Remedial, Television, Controlled Composition)., Ronald Maurice Simeral Jan 1984

The Effects Of Oral And Oral-Visual Dictation Exercises On A Specific Writing Skill Of Selected College Developmental Students (Remedial, Television, Controlled Composition)., Ronald Maurice Simeral

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

This research was designed to examine the effects of dictation exercises on the scores of developmental students on a test of a specific English writing skill. Additionally, the study examined the differences in these scores based on the preference type scales of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) in order to test the hypothesis that certain MBTI types that handle the oral language well would learn writing skills faster when exposed to dictation exercises related to those skills. A pre-test and a post-test were administered to three groups of developmental writing students at Nicholls State University. All three groups were taught …

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Homosexual Men And Their Parents: A Study Of Self-Disclosure, Personality Traits And Attitudes Toward Homosexuality., John Claude Grabert Jan 1984

Homosexual Men And Their Parents: A Study Of Self-Disclosure, Personality Traits And Attitudes Toward Homosexuality., John Claude Grabert

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The purpose of the research is to investigate an aspect of homosexual experience referred to as "coming out", specifically disclosure of sexual-orientation by homosexual males to their parents. Self-disclosure of sexual orientation is examined in relationship to amount of general self-disclosure subjects engaged in with their parents (as measured by the Jourard Self-disclosure Questionnaire, JSDQ), and subjects' attitudes toward homosexuality (as measured by the Index of Homophobia). The relationship between the amount of general self-disclosure and personality traits (as measured by the Sixteen Personality Questionnaire, 16PF) is also examined. Finally, the homosexual sample is compared to the 16PF normative population …

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Developmentally Delayed Preschool Children: The Effects Of Directed Sibling Involvement., Michaela Victoria Wells Jan 1984

Developmentally Delayed Preschool Children: The Effects Of Directed Sibling Involvement., Michaela Victoria Wells

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

This study examined the effects of sibling involvement on preschool developmentally delayed children enrolled in home-based intervention programs. The study was conducted in three parts using quantitative and qualitative methodologies. In Part 1, experimental and control groups were given differential home-based intervention. Siblings of delayed children in the experimental group were included in home-based intervention with the teachers and in practice sessions with the parents. Analysis of covariance of scores on a developmental scale was employed to examine differences in the two groups. Three case studies of children were developed which illustrated the positive benefits and difficulties of including siblings …

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Herman Frasch (German Immigrant Chemist, Standard Oil, Petroleum; Ohio, Louisiana)., William Ralph Sutton Jan 1984

Herman Frasch (German Immigrant Chemist, Standard Oil, Petroleum; Ohio, Louisiana)., William Ralph Sutton

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Herman Frasch (1851-1914) invented the hot-water process for mining sulphur that permitted the exploitation of the rich deposits beneath the coastal plain of the Gulf of Mexico. The Frasch process enabled the United States to become self-sufficient in the production of this important industrial mineral and the major supplier to the world. Frasch's new idea was to inject steam into the underground deposit to melt the sulphur and then pump the liquid to the surface. He patented the process in 1891 and first demonstrated its technical success at Sulphur, Louisiana in 1894. Initially plagued with problems due to the high …

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A Rice Cultural Management Study., Ronnie S. Helms Jan 1984

A Rice Cultural Management Study., Ronnie S. Helms

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The growth, development, grain yield, and yield components of rice (Oryza sativa L. cultivar Mars) were compared under different cultural and fertilization practices at three locations in Louisiana. Locations and soils were: Northeast Research Station, Sharkey clay; Macon Ridge Branch of the Northeast Research Station, Gigger silt loam; and the Rice Research Station, Crowley silt loam. The influence of cultural system was variable over the locations and years. However, the cultural system with the larger means for dry matter, concentration and uptake of N at mid-tillering and panicle differentiation tended to have larger grain yields. Nitrogen uptake at mid-tillering and …

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An In Vitro Evaluation Of The Effect Of Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus On Preimplantation Bovine Embryos., Charles Richard Looney Jan 1984

An In Vitro Evaluation Of The Effect Of Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus On Preimplantation Bovine Embryos., Charles Richard Looney

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

A total of 402 bovine embryos, non-surgically collected on day 6.5-7.5 after estrus, were utilized in evaluation of fluorescein diacetate (FDA) for estimating embryo viability in vitro and to investigate the effect of Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) Virus on embryonic development during in vitro culture. Fluorescent assessment, using UV microscopy (440-480 nm) of embryos after staining in FDA (2.5 (mu)g/ml phosphate buffered saline: PBS), was found to be a rapid, non-toxic and accurate method for evaluation of viability. Embryos with highest fluorescent scores (Score = 4) prior to culture developed at the highest rate (95.7%), while embryos with no fluorescence …

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Frame-Transformation Theory In Electron-Molecule Scattering., Khachig A. Jerjian Jan 1984

Frame-Transformation Theory In Electron-Molecule Scattering., Khachig A. Jerjian

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The frame-transformation theory of electron scattering from molecules is critically examined near the limits of its range of applicability and the sensitivities of the rotational and vibrational cross sections on the transformation radius are quantitatively investigated. To partially correct for the breakdown of this theory near excitation thresholds, an energy-modified approximation is introduced.

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The Relationship Between Job Satisfaction And Teacher Performance Of Vocational Agriculture Teachers In Louisiana., Thomas Lewis Grady Jan 1984

The Relationship Between Job Satisfaction And Teacher Performance Of Vocational Agriculture Teachers In Louisiana., Thomas Lewis Grady

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between job satisfaction and teacher performance of vocational agriculture teachers in Louisiana. It was also the intent of the study to identify factors that most influence job satisfaction of these teachers. Four instruments were used to collect the data for this study. The Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire (MSQ) was used to measure job satisfaction, a supervisory assessment form and student achievement were used to assess teacher performance, and a demographic form was employed to collect data regarding teachers and principals. Gain scores, used as the measure of student achievement in the …

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Development Of A New Carbon Furnace For Atomic Absorption Spectrometry. Studies On Speciation Of Lithium In Blood., Thomas Arthur Ekman Jan 1984

Development Of A New Carbon Furnace For Atomic Absorption Spectrometry. Studies On Speciation Of Lithium In Blood., Thomas Arthur Ekman

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

Part One. Development of a New Carbon Furnace for Atomic Absorption Spectrometry. A new, multipurpose carbon furnace was designed and tested for quantitative atomic absorption spectrometry. The furnace had two separately controlled heating chambers, one for vaporization of the sample and the other for atomization of the sample. Basically, three modes of furnace operation were investigated. Quantitation was investigated with (a) the atomization section hot and (b) the atomization section cold, for trapping before atomization. The vaporization section was heated quickly in each case. Speciation of lead compounds was carried out by slowly heating the vaporization section, while the atomization …

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The Effects Of Listening And Writing Skills Training On Writing Performances Of Business Communications Students., Frances Waguespack Norwood Jan 1984

The Effects Of Listening And Writing Skills Training On Writing Performances Of Business Communications Students., Frances Waguespack Norwood

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

The purpose of this study is to design, implement, and evaluate the listening and writing effects of training modules on the learning of grammar skills by higher education business communications students. The specific curriculum focus of this study is business communications in higher education. The literature reflects the need for effective listening in both classroom and business settings. In addition strong support for teaching writing can be found in the literature. Also, the literature reveals a moderate to strong relationship existing between listening skills and writing skills. However, the literature reflects little concern with the methods needed to develop these …

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