Relevance.The use of anti-turbulent additives for transporting hydrocarbon liquids through main pipelines allows reducing significantly the energy consumption of pumping power stations.Aim.Comparative analysis of the anti-turbulent efficiency of high-molecular polymers and compositions of surfactants.Methods.Laboratory-scale experimentation aimed t
OBJECTIVE: The homicide rate for children and adolescents in Recife, Brazil,mostly caused by firearms, is one of the highest that has been reported.The present case-control study was designed to identify factors that were potentially modifiable through preventive interventions.METHODS: Cases were 255 homicide victims under 20 years of age, who had
The euthanasia of cane toads under field conditions presents a number of logistical and animal welfare challenges.One recommended method 2004 nissan titan exhaust system of control involves the use of carbon dioxide in plastic bags.This paper describes the minimum amount of time (4 h) required to efficiently euthanase toads with a carbon dioxide co
Religious beliefs and spiritual connections to biodiversity have the potential to reduce animosity towards wildlife that might otherwise present a real or perceived threat to local people.Understanding this social dynamic can therefore be important for formulating locally-appropriate species-specific conservation strategies.Using semi-structured in