Mathematics Blog

This is an example of a fractal in nature! its a fruit called pine apple.

This can be an example of a fractal found in nature since it has the same repeating some sort of diamond pattern all throughout the fruit

http://freewallpaper.in/wallpaper2/12441-2-pineapple_-_7.jpg

video: 

this video shows that the interplay between the water and the forest is spiritually transformational. It explains how the forest is full of fractals everywhere you look. And how we often speculate on the reality of magic, therefore how in the forest you find yourself in a starkly, vibrantly magical place. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDbQBSORY1g&feature=related

Natural Sciences Blog

Monkey Drug Trials (unethical and famous) 

This experiment was made with the purpose of understanding the effects of drug use and addiction. Animal experimenting can be very useful for the comprehending of us humans, but this experiment went beyond the the kingdom of ethics. So, the monkey drug trial experiment done in the year 1969(creepy) was completely unethical. In these tests a very big group of rats and monkeys were taught to inject themselves with a variety of drugs, including, alcohol, morphine, cocaine, codeine, and amphetamines. When the rats and monkeys were capable of injecting themselves with the drugs, they were left alone with a big supply with portions of each of the drugs mentioned before. Then, these creatures were so bothered and disturbed, obviously, and some tried hard to get away and they broke their arms in the procedure. Also, the monkeys receiving cocaine experienced convulsions and in some cases tore off their fingers, possible that it was a result for hallucinations the drugs provided. A monkey took amphetamines tore all of the fur from his abdomen and arms, and when the case of morphine and cocaine combined occurred, then death would take place within a period of time of approximately two weeks. 

http://listverse.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/lab-monkey.jpg

tortured monkeys

http://img.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2006/05/monkeyWENN250506_300x450.jpg

monkeys being injected drugs

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Perception Post

"Doubt is the key to knowledge” (Persian Proverb). 

My personal opinion on this phrase is the following: yes, i believe that in perception this is very true. When someone questions or doubts something, he or she will be searching various methods to get to conclusions and clear those doubts and that process enriches knowledge; its the key to achieving knowledge!

A cultural example of this quote could be the following: the many scientists, mathematicians and constant researchers that are always making up questions and problems to solve. They are always doubting things and finding conclusions, that gives them knowledge.

An example of doubt being the key to knowledge in school could be my history class. In that class we are always doubting why people from the past did what they did and we use different methods to get information and personal knowledge.

An example of how this phrase has been used in my personal life was once when i had to do a research on art class. I really wanted to know why the artist had drawn every little detail in the art painting. It was a mystery, but i figured out conclusions by researching all i could and that way i achieved knowledge (because of all the doubts and questions i established in my mind)

EXCITEMENT

This video makes me feel excited because i am anxious to watch this movie. The movie has many of my favorite actors and the theme of it

makes me feel excited to watch it :).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSS-QPdiiiY&feature=fvst

HORROR

This video symbolizes horror for me. I am very afraid of cats and hate them Well, hate is a strong word, so, i guess i strongly dislike cats. Their creepy and

im afraid of them. (i literally looked for this video with my eyes half open. and did NOT watch it.)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcxhOGyrCtI&feature=related

SAD

This video is trailer of a romantic movie i really want to see. And this video gives me an insight to what the movie will be like and i knowing its plot i figured

its sad and really made me feel sad the fact that the two main characters are very much in love and he leaves for war leaving her behind just makes

me sad.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qc0ODuEYp5o&feature=channel

Topic: “There are no absolute distinctions between what is true and what is false”. Discuss this claim. 

Opinion: Its true that there are no absolute distinctions between what is true and what is false because you can never be too certain about something; sometimes things you believed were true turn out to be false. you never know.

 Support 1:

This is a picture of the ex planet pluto. People were certain and really believed pluto was another planet in our universe. Later on, scientists discovered it wasn't.

http://www.iranian.com/main/files/blogimages/pluto.jpg

Support 2:

This picture shows the belief of ancient people who thought the earth was flat. Later on, it was discovered to be round and that is a good example of how there are no distinctions between what is true and what is false, cause we cant be always certain of things.

http://www.pensionriskmatters.com/flat-earth-society(1).jpg

historical reasoning

The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen

When this declaration was introduced it stated that the rights of man are universal. This is a fundamental doc of the french revolution. Also, it doesnt mention anything about the status of women nor slabvery. But, the outcome of this historical doc is that it turned out to be an important document for ''international human rights instruments''.

The United States Bill of Rights

When this was introduced it stated and forbidded congress from making any law respecting an establishment of religion: ''the right of the people to keep and bear arms''. it also forbid the federal government from depriving a person of liberty, life or property without due process of law. Therefore, this document's outcome is that it plays a central role in the American law and gov. And more importantly, remains a symbol of the freedoms and culture of the country.

The Haitian Revolution

This was a time where many people in rebellions and revolts died. They were fighting for the good reason of freedom, but not only of haiti but of the elimination of slavery. As an outcome, the Haitian Revolution is regarded as a defining moment in the history of Africans in the new world.

work cite:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Declaration_of_the_Rights_of_Man_and_of_the_Citizen

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haitian_Revolution

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Bill_of_Rights

the origin of my name

Famous person: Rebecca Romjin

• The meaning of Rebecca:

The girl's name Rebecca \r(e)-bec- ca, reb(e)-
cca\ is pronounced ree-BEK-ah. It is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "to bind". Biblical: Rebekah, noted in the Genesis account as a maiden of beauty, modesty, and kindness, became the wife of Abraham's son, Isaac. The name was used by the Puritans and was common through the 19th century. Use of the name in the novel and film "Rebecca" also revived it. Philanthropist Rebekah Harkness; author Rebecca West; actress Rebecca De Mornay.

• The meaning of Santos:

The boy's name Santos \s(a)-
ntos, san- tos\ is pronounced SAHN-tos. It is of Spanish origin, and its meaning is "the saints". Santino means "little saint".
Santos has 3 variant forms: Santee, Santino and Santo.
Baby names that sound like Santos are Xanthos and Xanthus.
Santos is a very common first name for men (#494 out of 1220) and also a very common last name for both men and women (#347 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

MY MOM'S REASONING FOR CHOOSING REBECCA:

''Well, my name is Becky and that's a nickname for Rebecca. I've always wanted to have that name and i consider its an elegant and formal name. When naming her Rebecca, I also took in consideration this name because its on the bible. It is also a name you can easily pronounce universally. You dont have a middle name because i've always liked simple, short and nice names. God gave me the opportunity of having 2 girls and the first girl I had, she definately had to be a rebecca!'' -Becky Santos

cites:

http://www.thinkbabynames.com/meaning/1/Santos
http://www.thinkbabynames.com/meaning/1/Rebecca

http://www.superiorpics.com/wenn_album/Grand_Opening_Of_Barneys/Rebecca_Romjin_005_190108.jpg