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Iowa University: Multinational Corporations
This is general information about multinational corporations that is intended to define and thus clarify the make-up of a multinational corporation. The material is part of the readings for an Economics course.
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Iowa State University: Scanning Electron Microscopy
Information on the scanning electron microscope and how it works, accompanied by a library of images.
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Iowa State University: Percent of Water in a Crystalline Solid Hydrate
Lab activity uses a computer simulation to determine the amount of water in a crystalline solid hydrate.
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Iowa State University: Empirical Formula of a Compound
Use this computer simulation to determine the amount of water in a crystalline solid hydrate.
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Iowa State University: How a Corn Plant Develops
The Iowa State University provides a good description of the development of an important crop plant. The overview compares favorably with the development of any plant.
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Iowa State University: Effusion Experiment 2
Tutorial relates to effusion. Students will conduct an experiment to determine the molecular weight of an unknown gas.
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Iowa State University: Argument for Scientific Realism
This page from Iowa State University describes the various experimental ways that Avogadro's number has been determined.
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Iowa State University: Iowa Insect Information Notes Termites
Termites feed on wood and can cause structural damage to furniture and homes. This article is about termites as pests and what can be done when there is a termite problem.
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Iowa State University: Iowa Insect Information Notes Ticks
Here are 3 articles about the American Dog Tick, Bat Tick, and the Lone Star Tick. Each includes descriptions, life cycles, and ways to control them as pests.
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Iowa Insect Information Notes: Silverfish and Firebrats
Iowa State University presents insect information notes on the silverfish and firebrat. Learn the differences between them and how to control infestations.
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Iowa State University: Iowa Insect Information Notes Sowbugs and Pillbugs
Pillbugs may look like insects, but they're really crustaceans. This article describes them and their habitat, and describes what to do if they become a nuisance in the home.
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Iowa State University: Iowa Insect Information Notes Wolf and Fisher Spider
Wolf spiders and Fisher spiders are some of the most common. This article has a little bit of information about them and how they hunt. Also included is information about what to do when they are a pest in the house.
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Iowa State University: Standardizing Sodium Hydroxide
This laboratory exercise describes the proper method to determine the exact molar concentration of sodium hydroxide.
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Iowa State University Extension: Farm Economics
This Iowa State University site focuses on Iowa's farm economy, featuring programs and services for farmers. This is a large site and detailed site, with a great deal of information. Some on-line courses are offered.
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Iowa State University: Cloud Pictures
This is a great site from the Iowa State University. This page is a collection of cloud pictures. You view the picture and then click on the text to see what the author thinks the cloud looks like. You can classify the clouds yourself.
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Iowa State University: Reading Labels for Fat Types
Through this simple lesson plan, students learn to read and undertand nutrition and fat content as it is relayed through food labels. Included are several overheads and a handout on the different types of fats present in the foods we eat.
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Math Jeopardy
It's time for Jeopardy. Detailed directions and suggested game questions are given for Math Jeopardy. Questions are attached in a PDF file that can be downloaded and printed.
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Math Night Resources: Pencil and Paper Games
Play these pencil and paper games to engage learners in critical thinking and reasoning. Written directions are provided along with colorful animation to explain in detail how each game is played and possible strategies needed to win.
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Iowa State Entomology: Odorous House Ant
This site focuses on the "Odorous House Ant." It gives details about its description and where it makes its home. Learn more about this fascinating creature by checking out this website.
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Iowa State University Museums
Located on campus in Ames, IA. Consists of Iowa State's Brunnier Art Museum and Gallery (decorative), the Farm House Museums (historic), and Art in State Buildings (campus/public art). The Brunnier exhibits temporary exhibits and items...
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Inverse Trigonometric Functions
This trigonometry tutorial features an explanation of how the inverse of all six of the trigonometric functions are obtained--and includes a Java applet for further reinforcement of the concept.
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Iowa State Univ: Plotting Scatter Plot in X Gobi
Site explains how the XGobi computer program can be used to plot data in a scatter plot.