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Carbonitriding / carburising
Science, Maths & Technology

Carbonitriding / carburising

...source of carbon (natural gas or propane), and ammonia, which is the source of nitrogen. Times depend on material, gas composition temperature and/or case depth, but can be as low as 1 h, due to small case depths. Quenching as for gas carburising. Variation of the depth of case with time and temperature: Time required Depth of case 870°C 900°C 950°C 960°C 0.4 mm 3.5 3...
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Article 10 mins
Why it is a huge mistake to get rid of parent governors on school boards
Society, Politics & Law

Why it is a huge mistake to get rid of parent governors on school boards

...source of knowledge and undermining a democratic system of education, Jacquline argues...[Parents governors cartoon, society matters] In what circumstances can you judge that a parent is “not good enough”? Apparently when they are a school governor. In its latest set of reforms in education, the government plans to scrap mandatory elected parent representation on...
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Article 5 mins
Identifying Values – Finding the Things that Matter the Most to You for the Way You Live and Work
Health, Sports & Psychology

Identifying Values – Finding the Things that Matter the Most to You for the Way You Live and Work

...open to and accepting of myself, others, life etc. Adventure be adventurous: actively seek, create, or explore novel or stimulating experiences Assertiveness respectfully stand up for my rights and request what I want Authenticity be authentic, genuine, real; be true to myself Beauty appreciate, create, nurture or cultivate beauty in myself, others, the environment etc....
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Article 10 mins
The trailblazers of 2024 launch women’s sport into an exciting 2025
Health, Sports & Psychology

The trailblazers of 2024 launch women’s sport into an exciting 2025

...Open begins on 12 January, with British number one Katie Boulter set to compete. Subsequent Grand Slam events include the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open, each offering thrilling matches featuring the world’s elite female players. Get started with the Australian Open matches schedule. BASKETBALL Unrivaled Basketball League: 17 January This new women’s 3-on-3...
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Article 10 mins
The Cyber Armour: A podcast which champions voices and safety of women and girls in the digital world
Society, Politics & Law

The Cyber Armour: A podcast which champions voices and safety of women and girls in the digital world

...Open University. It is a podcast which champions the voices and safety of women and girls in the digital world. It explores different topics in relation to online safety, while aiming to appeal to a non-academic, general audience that may not have many opportunities to deepen their understanding of these issues. The Centre for Protecting Women Online is a vehicle for...
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Dutch painting of the Golden Age
History & The Arts

Dutch painting of the Golden Age

...Open University course A226 Exploring art and visual culture. Figure 1 Johannes Vermeer, The Milkmaid, 1658–60, oil on canvas, 45 × 41 cm. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, SK-A-2344. Photo: Collection Rijksmuseum. Figure 2 Pieter de Hooch, A Boy Bringing Bread, c.1663, oil on canvas, 74 × 59 cm. Wallace Collection, London, P27. Photo: © Wallace Collection/The Bridgeman Art...
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Level 2: Intermediate 4 hrs
Blood and the respiratory system
Science, Maths & Technology

Blood and the respiratory system

...open the link in a new window/tab so you can easily navigate back to this page.) Link to Video 1 – William Trubridge’s record free-diving descent. Exchange of gases between the body and the atmosphere involves a complex and finely tuned series of mechanical and cellular events. In this free course, Blood and the respiratory system, you will learn about the structure...
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Level 2: Intermediate 10 hrs
Difference and challenge in teams
Money & Business

Difference and challenge in teams

...sources, and on their return, perform intricate dances for their co-workers. The dances convey details of where to find abundant blooms. But how to decide on the best source, where the flowers are most full of nectar and where the colony should direct its efforts? Due to their differing experiences in the field, workers have different suggestions for what is ‘best’...
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Level 1: Introductory 2 hrs