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Temperature dependence of spin-lattice relaxation time : AsO₃²⁻ molecule ion in single-crystal calcite
(Northern Illinois University, 1970)This thesis presents spin-lattice relaxation time data taken on the four hyperfine structure components of the electron spin resonance absorption spectrum of the AsO₃²⁻ molecule-ion in single crystal calcite as a function ... -
The theme of David in Florentine sculpture of the early Renaissance
(Northern Illinois University, 1969)The David theme was considered from its earliest conception as a theme which represented the heroic capabilities of man. In the biblical interpretation, the David theme had a very specific significance for the Israelites ... -
Documentation of the one man show of sculpture
(Northern Illinois University, 1969)The following work is presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Fine Arts degree at Northern Illinois University. The exhibition is composed of work produced between September, 1967 end July, ... -
A comparative analysis of ethclass indices among three ethnoreligious groups in a midwestern community
(Northern Illinois University, 1973)A survey of the sociological literature pertinent to intergroup relations revealed that a basic theoretical framework which considers the concepts of ethnicity and class is needed. Gordon has suggested the concept of ... -
General policies and operations of selected Chicago art galleries
(Northern Illinois University, 1966)The structure and organization which makes it possible for the commercial art gallery to serve as a significant instrument for the promotion, exhibition, and sale of the artist's work, have generally gone unnoticed. The ... -
Some of the factors that contribute to the election of home economics at Roosevelt Junior High School, Rockford, Illinois
(Northern Illinois University, 1964)Home economics is a grade seven required class at Roosevelt Junior High School, Rockford, Illinois. The purpose of this study was to make an evaluation of this required class and to make some comparison of families represented ... -
Petrology of the precambrian igneous and metamorphic rocks in the vicinity of St. Cloud, Minnesota
(Northern Illinois University, 1971)Igneous rocks in the vicinity of St. Cloud, Minnesota range in composition from tonalite to granite. The general order of intrusion of these rocks as determined from field studies, from oldest to youngest, is tonalite, ... -
The mineralogy and petrology of the Eau Claire formation west-central Wisconsin
(Northern Illinois University, 1973)The Eau Claire Formation (Upper Cambrian) in west-central Wisconsin is primarily a very fine-grained, feldspathic sandstone interbedded with green-grey shale. The Eau Claire Formation can be subdivided into four lithic ... -
Documentation of the one-person show of paintings
(Northern Illinois University, 1979)The following work is presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Fine Arts degree at Northern Illinois University. The work was produced between August 1976 and March 1979. It was presented in ... -
Career apparel : the relationship between its acceptance and selected socio-economic variables
(Northern Illinois University, 1974)The purpose of the study was to learn whether a difference existed between the degree of acceptance of career apparel by bank personnel and a sense of community with the bank, and with the town of residence, and the degree ... -
Empirical indices of power exercise : a participant observation study
(Northern Illinois University, 1973)This is a report on a study designed to make pouter exercise as defined in Systemic Dynamic Social Theory empirically measurable. The specific definition is critically contrasted with other definitions found in the current ... -
Some relationships of glaciation to land use in Blackberry and northern Sugar Grove Townships, Kane County, Illinois
(Northern Illinois University, 1967)In the area chosen for study, Blackberry and northern Sugar Grove Townships, Kane County, Illinois, there exists a wide variety of both land use and glacially produced terrain features. The purpose of this study is to ... -
Effect of instructional grouping by sex upon the general motor ability of third grade children
(Northern Illinois University, 1969)The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of instructional grouping by sex in a regular physical education program upon third grade children. Eighty-three third grade children were divided into three Instructional ... -
The controversy over the economics of minimum wage
(Northern Illinois University, 1968)Introduction of a Federal minimum wage came with the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1936. From 1938 to date, there has existed a seemingly permanent controversy among economists, laymen, and legislators over the economics of ... -
Bertolt Brecht and the United States
(Northern Illinois University, 1979)This thesis discusses the life and work of German playwright and poet Bertolt Brecht. It is concerned primarily with various aspects regarding the interaction between Brecht's experiences in Germany and his life in the ... -
A comparison of two stenography I classes utilizing a multiple channel stenographic laboratory
(Northern Illinois University, 1963)The purpose of this study was to determine whether one of the traditional methods of teaching stenography, or the additional use of a stenographic laboratory was a superior method of teaching stenography. Two groups were ... -
Type and intensity of shock in one-way avoidance learning
(Northern Illinois University, 1974)The present study sought to evaluate opposing interpretations of the facilitative effect of discontinuous over continuous shock in the shuttlebox avoidance and the discriminated lever-press avoidance situations. The stimulus ... -
The chemistry of carbon-carbon double bonds
(Northern Illinois State Teachers College, 1955)Before we can discuss the chemistry of carbon- carbon double bonds, we must be acquainted with what we mean by a double bond. The outer, or valence, shell of electrons surrounding an atomic nucleus is subdivided into areas ... -
An investigation of the Palos Park portion of the forest preserve district of Cook County describing the geologic factors which influence its forest environment
(Northern Illinois University, 1959)Purpose The Palos Park portion of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County is an area rich in geologic and geographic significance to the Chicago Area as well as an area suitable for biological investigations. However, ... -
The influence of age on the sensitivity of the Guppy (Lebistes reticulatus), to X-rays
(Northern Illinois University, 1967)Four basic age groups of the Guppy, (Lebistes reticulatus), were exposed to 1500R, 2500R, and 3500R X-rays to determine the influence of age on the lethal effect of X-rays. Also, incidental studies of the effects of X-rays ...
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