Friday, March 27, 2020

Organic Chemistry And Equilibrium

Organic Chemistry And EquilibriumChemical Equilibrium, otherwise known as equilibrium, is the science that uses chemistry as a tool to study the laws of chemical interaction. It explores the interactions between molecules. In chemical equilibria, chemistry considers compounds as systems and then, in turn, analyzes the reactions and transfers observed in the system. The equations involved in chemistry are typically equations that describe the reactions of one compound to another or to the surroundings.While chemical equilibrium is the study of compounds, the definition of equilibrium depends on the terminology used in chemistry. For example, carbon dioxide, oxygen, and hydrogen atoms are all considered to be in equilibrium because they have an equal amount of energy at a given temperature. Similarly, equilibrium can also be defined as the same state of matter.Equilibrium is not determined by how strongly a substance is attracted to another but rather by the energy which is required to overcome the force of attraction. For example, the forces required to push two molecules of gas together would constitute equilibrium. Equilibrium has no atoms, solid, liquid, or gas. It does not need space to exist and instead relies on chemical forces.If you are interested in chemical equilibrium, it is useful to know what it entails. In organic chemistry, equilibrium involves the study of how molecules of different mass, concentration, or number of electrons interact with each other. As a result, the reaction of one substance to another or the transfer of one substance from one place to another would also be considered equilibrium. The main types of equilibrium are chemical conduction, chemical diffusion, and chemical equilibrium.The main interest of chemical equilibrium is that it is not just concerned with the interaction of molecules, but also how the molecules affect the surroundings. For example, if two molecules of water have an equal number of molecules of air, how will t his affect the properties of the environment? Another important part of chemical equilibrium is that these interactions are generally a matter of rules rather than random chance. Thus, if you were to discover that something like two-carbon hydrocarbons are common, would this be evidence of chemical equilibrium? Is there any proof of chemistry?Equilibrium and chemistry are also related. In fact, some varieties of chemistry will be more difficult than others. One example is molecular dynamics, which require much more knowledge about atoms, their molecules, and their interactions with each other than just the relationship between masses. If you are interested in exploring these questions, take a look at your favorite text or read a book on equilibrium.Chemistry will not be for everyone. However, if you want to explore the many facets of chemistry, try out an online chemistry tutor or take a class online.

Friday, March 6, 2020

4 Superfoods You Should Eat Daily

4 Superfoods You Should Eat Daily Image via theawesomegreen.com According to Health.com, though there is no medical definition, superfoods are nutrient powerhouses that pack large doses of antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals. Eating them may reduce the risk of chronic disease, and prolong life, and people who eat more of them are proven to be healthier and thinner than those who dont. Incorporating superfoods into your daily diet is a lot simpler than you think and is actually a tasty way to get some of the most vital vitamins and minerals that your body requires to function at its optimal potential. Most of these items can be found at your local grocer, farmer’s market, or you can even order them online. You don’t have to pick up all of them, but grab one or two the next time you’re shopping for food, as they are a small investment with a big impact. Everyone’s superfood preferences may vary, and there are plenty that I did not include in this list, but adding any of these to your routine will only do your body good! 1. Cacao An often overlooked superfood, raw cacao is essentially chocolate in its purest form and is rich in antioxidants, magnesium, and lipids. It is also known for battling free radicals and aiding in depression and cardiovascular health. Image via Onegreenplanet.org Cacao can easily be incorporated into breakfast meals or healthy desserts. I like to blend cacao powder, almond butter, and coconut milk to my after workout smoothies or sprinkle cacao nibs on top of my oatmeal or yogurt. Cacao pairs deliciously with apples or bananas. Try your hand at cooking with cacao with this recipe for decadent vegan raw cacao truffles. 2. Chia Seeds Originally grown in Mexico, chia seeds are valued for their medicinal properties and nutritional value. Aztec warriors ate chia seeds to give them high energy and endurance. They said just one spoonful of chia could sustain them for 24 hours. Chia means “strength” in the Mayan language, and they were known as “runners food” because runners and warriors would use them as fuel while running long distances or during battle. Today, chia seeds have become one of the most popular superfoods due to the same reasons. The chia seed is  nutrient dense and packs a punch of energy boosting power. They aid in burning fat, increasing energy, and even to reduce signs of aging. Chia seeds pack a ton of antioxidants that help in replacing the nutrients lost when exercising. They’re high in essential minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese and copper. A unique property of the chia seed is that it can absorb up to 10 times its own weight in water. As a result, the seeds increase hydration and improve nutrient absorption of electrolytes, which helps to slow digestion, thus keeping you feeling fuller for longer. Chia seeds can be consumed raw and sprinkled on just about anything from salads to yogurts. For a sweet breakfast or snack full of vitamins and minerals try making this overnight chocolate chia seed pudding, which you can whip up before bed and take on the go the next day! 3. Maca Root Maca, grown in the mountains of Peru, is a root that belongs to the radish family and is most commonly available in powder form. Maca is rich in vitamin B, C, and E as well as calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, and amino acids. Maca root has been prized for generations as an energy enhancer and mood stabilizer. It’s nutritionally and powerfully complex with a plethora of health (and beauty) enhancing ingredients. Image via blissfulbasil.com When you first start using maca powder, it’s best to begin by taking smaller amounts and building up, starting with 1/2 teaspoon and eventually increasing to 1 tablespoon as an average daily dose, rotating a few days on and off. I rotate between coffee and maca smoothies when in need of a morning workout energy boost but you can utilize maca powder in many different foods. Be sure not to add maca to hot foods or beverages, as that will cause it to lose many of its nutritional benefits. Check out this link for five easy ways to utilize maca powder in food, such as in shakes or raw treats. 4. Goji Berries You might have heard of goji berries and not have given them much consideration, but their health benefits may cause you to give this tart berry a second thought. Also known as wolfberries, goji berries are sweet in taste and bright in color. Their history as a medicinal plant has roots in ancient China, where goji berries are still used to treat eye, liver, and kidney ailments. The fruit’s many nutritional claims have now made it popular in the United States. Though most often sold dried, goji berries also can be found and grown fresh. For a breakfast treat, try them in cereal, oatmeal, or yogurt. Try mixing goji berries with raw nuts and dark chocolate chips for homemade trail mix. You can also drink your goji in the the form of goji juice or tea. Goji berries also taste great cooked with lean pork or turkey, adding a savory sweetness to hearty dishes.

Facebook Plugin Could Change the Way You Read News

Facebook Plugin Could Change the Way You Read News stocksnap.io De, a student at the University of Massachusetts, attended a hackathon at Princeton University this week. The prompt? Develop a technology project in a time period of 36 hours. She also suggested that her teammates build an algorithm that would authenticate real vs fake on Facebook. And she and her team did it. De, Anant Goel (Purdue University), Mark Craft and Qinglin Chen (University of Illinois) created an extension in a Chrome browser that will tag links in Facebook with “verified” or “not verified.” This is done by considering factors such as “the source’s credibility and cross-checking the content with other news stories.” And if a link isn’t verified? The plugin also provides a summary of credible information on the same topic, to help clarify what the actual news is. And of course, it has a fantastic name: FiB. And because the students are still in school and only had a little over a day to create this plugin, they’ve released this as an “open-source project.” This means that it can be improved by anyone with the experience to do so. And the plugin is available for the masses, but they can’t meet the high demand on their own. So FiB isn’t currently up and running for everyone to use. But the idea is there, and the content is sure to follow quickly, especially with this type of demand. According to Goel, the idea is that Facebook would eventually work with third-party developers to manage news articles on the site themselves. The Princeton hackathon was sponsored by Facebook, as well as other tech vendors, but hasn’t reported reaching out to FiB to help in any way. Same goes for Google, who has been having the same problems. However, both companies have stated that they are going to “take steps” to fix the problem at hand. But the problem is a big one, and it’s only getting worse for the time being. According to BuzzFeed News, over 100 sites made up pro-Trump content (which was traced to Macedonia). In a Washington Post interview of Paul Horner, a fake-news creator, he stated, “I think Trump is in the White House because of me. His followers don’t fact-check anything they’ll post everything, believe anything.” And Melissa Zimdars, professor at Merrimack College in MA, also says she’s seen this problem when her students go to site references for essays. She made the following list, which has gone viral, as a warning to students looking at fake news sites: •Watch out if known/reputable news sites are not also reporting on the story. Sometimes lack of coverage is the result of corporate media bias and other factors, but there should typically be more than one source reporting on a topic or event. •If the story makes you REALLY ANGRY it’s probably a good idea to keep reading about the topic via other sources to make sure the story you read wasn’t purposefully trying to make you angry (with potentially misleading or false information) in order to generate shares and ad revenue. She also stated that it doesn’t help when news media uses click-bait headlines and that it’s nearly impossible to distinguish these from fake stories. There’s also the issue of whether or not people even know they’re sharing fake links. According to Paul Mihailidis, teacher at Emerson College: “I don’t think a lot of people didn’t know; I think they didn’t care. They saw it as a way to advocate. The more they could spread rumors, or could advocate for their value system or candidate, that took precedent over them not knowing. A large portion of them didn’t stop to critique the information. One of the things that has happened is people are scrolling through [Facebook] and the notion of deep reading is being replaced by deep monitoring. They see a catchy headline, and the default is to share.” However, this isn’t the only problem. There’s also the fact that people scrolling through their news feed on a social media site aren’t necessarily looking to fact-check, which means they aren’t looking up stories to verify whether or not they’re true. So in this way, the plugin is a perfect solution. According to De: “A few days back, I read an article telling people they can drill a jack in the iPhone7 and have an earphone plug, and people started doing it and ruining their phones. We know we can search on Google and research it, but if you have five minutes and you’re just scrolling through Facebook, you don’t have time to go verify it.”

Thursday, March 5, 2020

Uloop Morning Scoop This College Has a Required Class on Patriotism

Uloop Morning Scoop This College Has a Required Class on Patriotism via Pixabay In a distinctly smelly story in the New York Times this week, reporter Anne Barnard examines the situation in Lebanon, where there are plenty of dogs and with dogs comes dog poop but very few people who are willing to pick it up. Beruit resident  Jad Nawfal told Barnard, To Lebanese people, he said, wrinkling his nose, it’s kind of embarrassing to pick up poop. How about picking their way past dog feces on the streets? If it is not on their personal property, he said, They just don’t care. Read the whole stinky story here. GRAMBLING STATE KILLER STILL ON THE LOOSE Two people, including one student, were shot and killed at Grambling State on Wednesday. (Image: YouTube/CNN) Two men were fatally shot on the campus of Grambling State University in Louisiana early Wednesday morning and the shooter has yet to be found. “Grambling State University Director of University Communications Will Sutton said the victims were Earl Andrews, a senior at GSU, and Monquiarious Caldwell, who was not a student. Both men were 23 years old and from Farmerville, Louisiana,”  according to a report from ABC News.   The Washington Post  reports  that the murders  have “shaken the campus, a small community of 5,188 mostly black students, where the loss of a student is ‘truly a loss of a member of a family,’ said Richard J. Gallot Jr., the university’s president. The shooting occurred during Homecoming Week, when the school,  in the city of Grambling, sees a spike in visitors.” Thursday, here we come.   And remember, you can use Uloop to find a part time job on your campus, connect with a tutor  or get a head start on housing for next year.   And dont forget, if youre into that email thing: Enter your email below to get the Morning Mix as a daily email: Please enter Email

Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges

Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges Ryan, 13-years-old, Math Level L, Reading Program Completer For over 100 years, The Boy Scouts of America has aimed to foster the youth of America by developing responsible citizens through outdoor activities, educational programs, philanthropic work, and career-orientated programs. The scouting method instills the values of trustworthiness, good citizenship, and outdoor skills in every scout. To advance in ranking, scouts must follow the scouting method which encourages members for continuous involvement and commitment â€" in order to grow in self-reliance and the ability to help others. For Ryan, he found that he was able to use many of the valuable skills he acquired from Kumon, such as self-learning, in scouting. In the advancement of ranking, he has seen many of the challenges as learning opportunities just like advancing through each level of Kumon. Three years ago, Ryan began his Kumon journey and has since made remarkable strides. Currently, he’s studying the introduction of calculus and working on concepts like basic differentiation and integration in the Kumon Math Program. Committed to reaching a goal, Ryan persevered and completed the Kumon Reading Program in under three years. Before even entering high school, he now has a solid grasp on literature, having already analyzed notable literary works such as William Golding’s Lord of the Flies and Arthur Miller’s play, Death of a Salesman. Ryan’s academic edge has set him apart from his peers and paved the way for continued academic success. He credits Kumon for gaining a sense of independence and being able to work through any challenge whether it’s in school, boy scouts, or sports. “Kumon has helped me outside of the classroom in many different ways,” said Ryan. “Whether I am in boy scouts when I am learning a new skill for a new merit badge, or practicing my shooting skills in soccer, I have learned to persevere even when it becomes challenging. Like in Kumon, I learned that repetition and practice have helped me master skills.” In scouts, Ryan has found great joy in outdoor activities such as camping and receiving new merit badges. When he’s not on his next camping trip, Ryan is embracing his talents as a musician. Two years ago, Ryan began playing the cello and already has reached monumental moments early in his career. He is proud to say that he passed through the rigorous audition process to have a seat in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association’s Junior District 12 Orchestra. The top middle school-aged musicians from the audition are selected within the district to play with this prestigious orchestra. The musicians are judged on sight reading skills like harmonic structure, rhythm, and style. Ryan’s advanced math skills were noticed by his teachers in school â€" resulting in him being selected in sixth grade to represent his school at the MATHCOUNTS Competition. This non-profit organization prides themselves on making math fun and getting students to overcome any fear they have of it. In their competition, the brightest students from across the country come together to compete in a unique competition series â€" challenging students to further build their problem-solving skills. Ryan’s drive and desire to help others will help him reach his goal of one day becoming a doctor. “When I grow up, I want to be a doctor because I want to help people,” said Ryan. “I always find joy in talking to people and finding out what kinds of interests they have. I have always wanted to help people, and I feel that seeing a smile on someone’s face is always worth it.” Ryan’s hard work and discipline didn’t go unnoticed, as he was one of 55 students selected to attend the 2018 Kumon Student Conference in Calgary, Canada. We had the opportunity to speak to Ryan about his Kumon journey. How has Kumon helped you academically? Ryan shakes hands with Kumon North America President Mino Tanabe Kumon has helped me in a lot of ways academically. I have improved on self-learning, time management, math skills, and reading comprehension. When it comes to self-learning, some of the electives I take in school require me to figure things out on my own. I feel that because of Kumon, I was prepared for this class and what I must do. For time management, I have learned how to better balance my extracurricular activities and school work. In school I feel that I can quickly understand concepts that are being taught, having already worked through it in Kumon. If you could sum up your Kumon experience in one word, what would it be? Unforgettable. What did it mean to you attending the Student Conference? Attending the Student Conference gave me an opportunity to meet other students across North America and learn from them. What advice do you have for other Kumon Students? My advice would be to never give up no matter what. Even though you may not enjoy it or find it challenging, it will make such a positive impact on your future. There are limitless ways that Kumon can benefit you, and you will end up thanking yourself when you look back at your journey. Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: Advancing Beyond Grade Level Helped this Student Become a Member of the National Elementary Honor Society Award Winning Student Conquers All Challenges Discover How This Student Learned to Love New Challenges This Young Kumon Student Learned To Love New Challenges in Math Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges Self-learning and Determination Has Helped This Boy Scout Overcome Challenges Ryan, 13-years-old, Math Level L, Reading Program Completer For over 100 years, The Boy Scouts of America has aimed to foster the youth of America by developing responsible citizens through outdoor activities, educational programs, philanthropic work, and career-orientated programs. The scouting method instills the values of trustworthiness, good citizenship, and outdoor skills in every scout. To advance in ranking, scouts must follow the scouting method which encourages members for continuous involvement and commitment â€" in order to grow in self-reliance and the ability to help others. For Ryan, he found that he was able to use many of the valuable skills he acquired from Kumon, such as self-learning, in scouting. In the advancement of ranking, he has seen many of the challenges as learning opportunities just like advancing through each level of Kumon. Three years ago, Ryan began his Kumon journey and has since made remarkable strides. Currently, he’s studying the introduction of calculus and working on concepts like basic differentiation and integration in the Kumon Math Program. Committed to reaching a goal, Ryan persevered and completed the Kumon Reading Program in under three years. Before even entering high school, he now has a solid grasp on literature, having already analyzed notable literary works such as William Golding’s Lord of the Flies and Arthur Miller’s play, Death of a Salesman. Ryan’s academic edge has set him apart from his peers and paved the way for continued academic success. He credits Kumon for gaining a sense of independence and being able to work through any challenge whether it’s in school, boy scouts, or sports. “Kumon has helped me outside of the classroom in many different ways,” said Ryan. “Whether I am in boy scouts when I am learning a new skill for a new merit badge, or practicing my shooting skills in soccer, I have learned to persevere even when it becomes challenging. Like in Kumon, I learned that repetition and practice have helped me master skills.” In scouts, Ryan has found great joy in outdoor activities such as camping and receiving new merit badges. When he’s not on his next camping trip, Ryan is embracing his talents as a musician. Two years ago, Ryan began playing the cello and already has reached monumental moments early in his career. He is proud to say that he passed through the rigorous audition process to have a seat in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association’s Junior District 12 Orchestra. The top middle school-aged musicians from the audition are selected within the district to play with this prestigious orchestra. The musicians are judged on sight reading skills like harmonic structure, rhythm, and style. Ryan’s advanced math skills were noticed by his teachers in school â€" resulting in him being selected in sixth grade to represent his school at the MATHCOUNTS Competition. This non-profit organization prides themselves on making math fun and getting students to overcome any fear they have of it. In their competition, the brightest students from across the country come together to compete in a unique competition series â€" challenging students to further build their problem-solving skills. Ryan’s drive and desire to help others will help him reach his goal of one day becoming a doctor. “When I grow up, I want to be a doctor because I want to help people,” said Ryan. “I always find joy in talking to people and finding out what kinds of interests they have. I have always wanted to help people, and I feel that seeing a smile on someone’s face is always worth it.” Ryan’s hard work and discipline didn’t go unnoticed, as he was one of 55 students selected to attend the 2018 Kumon Student Conference in Calgary, Canada. We had the opportunity to speak to Ryan about his Kumon journey. How has Kumon helped you academically? Ryan shakes hands with Kumon North America President Mino Tanabe Kumon has helped me in a lot of ways academically. I have improved on self-learning, time management, math skills, and reading comprehension. When it comes to self-learning, some of the electives I take in school require me to figure things out on my own. I feel that because of Kumon, I was prepared for this class and what I must do. For time management, I have learned how to better balance my extracurricular activities and school work. In school I feel that I can quickly understand concepts that are being taught, having already worked through it in Kumon. If you could sum up your Kumon experience in one word, what would it be? Unforgettable. What did it mean to you attending the Student Conference? Attending the Student Conference gave me an opportunity to meet other students across North America and learn from them. What advice do you have for other Kumon Students? My advice would be to never give up no matter what. Even though you may not enjoy it or find it challenging, it will make such a positive impact on your future. There are limitless ways that Kumon can benefit you, and you will end up thanking yourself when you look back at your journey. Discover even more student success stories. You might also be interested in: Advancing Beyond Grade Level Helped this Student Become a Member of the National Elementary Honor Society Award Winning Student Conquers All Challenges Discover How This Student Learned to Love New Challenges This Young Kumon Student Learned To Love New Challenges in Math

Funbased Learning Com Chemistry Chembalancer

Funbased Learning Com Chemistry ChembalancerFunbased Learning Com Chemistry Chembalancer is the only one which uses the wide array of applications for learning online. There are very many students in the world who have to complete their college education using different ways as these applications and also they have to get suitable jobs in such a time-bound manner.Chemistry is just one such application that uses the application of various graphic design tools as the source of a good and new development in the education arena. The need for this tool is very much apparent and ever growing in the market because of the continuous improvement in the field of science. People all around the world are now using the applications in order to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding.The applications are even available on mobile devices and the technology has brought about new opportunities for the students who had never thought of doing any application on their mobile device. They do no t have to pay much for the gadgets which have something for them. So the system has become very much popular and there are lots of applications that are used by the students for college level.When we speak about unbiased learning com chemistry chembalancer, we understand that the chemistry application is the most useful one when it comes to college level education. The entire process of testing, marking, quizzing and grading are given to us in such a manner that it can be understood by us without any difficulty.When we study chemistry, the process of chemical analysis plays a very important role and it helps us to understand the chemistry and its properties. The application of the application is something that can be used even by children in order to learn a bit more about the subject. However, they are taught how to use the software in such a way that they can understand how to get information from the use of their mobile devices.The main objective of using the applications is to l earn by the use of visuals and the process of understanding is very much possible by means of the visual learner. There are some drawbacks in using the application as the subject is not so easy and is not very much suited to the visual learner.However, the applications of chemistry can be used by all and it is very much helpful for students of all ages. It is very much necessary that the application is used as a part of the college-level education. The application can be found in many places and the websites can be accessed through the Internet.

How to Get a Good Fetish Therapy Tutor For Your Home Business

How to Get a Good Fetish Therapy Tutor For Your Home BusinessIt is a very common type of employment out there, and this is a Fetish Therapy tutor which are something that you can make money with. The most important thing you have to keep in mind is that the person who has the fetish for this is the most important part of your job.There are people who get into this job with the intention of making some extra money but you need to remember that it is a job for yourself, not just another job. You need to be able to find ways of getting the money that you need by being willing to do this kind of work. For example if you are looking to start your own business, how would you ever get people to pay you for your work?In this article we will discuss about the Fetish Therapy Tutor that you can apply for this work. I will let you know how you can find out more about this work and how you can apply for it. I will also let you know that in order to apply you must first get to know a girl who is i nto this fetish.This is so important as it will help you know what to look for in girls that you want to make in your house and for your customers. This will let you know if she is the right girl or not, because you do not want to put the wrong girls in your house.For instance if you find that she is into the BDSM work that is into feet that are wearing restraints and that are blindfolded and that are locked up and that is being humiliated. These are all things that you can find in a good girl, but the important thing here is that you do not just look at her fetish, you need to find out what she looks like from her personality. You do not want to pick a girl just because she is into BDSM work.This will help you know the kind of girl that you are dealing with and what her character is. You will be able to make the right choice when it comes to the type of girl that you want to be with and the kind of work that you want to give her.The best way of finding out what the good opportuniti es are is to talk to girls that are into this kind of work and see what they say about it. The answer to this is in their profiles, as you will be able to read their profile and see what they have to say about it.

How to Choose the Right Reach Schools

How to Choose the Right Reach Schools This post is the first part of our three-part series on how to choose the right reach, match, and safety schools. Over the course of the next two months, visit the Varsity Admissions Blog for advice on how to tackle this part of the admissions process. If youre applying to college, youre probably familiar with the words safety, match, and reach. They represent the three types of institution that a student can apply to: Safetyschools you know youll get into Targetschools you think youll get into Reachschools youre not sure youll get into. You can identify your safety, match, and reach schools by comparing your credentialssuch as GPA and standardized test scoresto that of the average admitted student. These statistics are usually available on a colleges website. It can be tempting to only apply to safety and match schools in order to forego the disappointment of being denied admission to your dream, or reach, schools. Fear of rejection, however, is no reason not to apply to these colleges and universities. When choosing the right reach schools, use your skill set to your advantage and identify what a reach school actually means to you. Choose the right reach schools by thinking bigwithin reason Create a list of dream schools, and then consider the academic profile of the average admitted student. If you are within a reasonable range of this profilefor example, within 0.25 or 0.5 grade pointsyou should weigh applying. Most colleges and universities place significance on extracurricular activities and application essays, in addition to academics. So, even if your academic game isnt extremely strong, theres a chance your other assets could boost your application. However, if a reach schools academic standards are much higher than you can achieve by the time you graduate, you might want to rethink your application. Not only is it unlikely youll get in, but if you do get in, you may struggle with the coursework. Its key to apply to schools that are a good academic match so that you can get the most out of your education. [RELATED: 5 Quick Tips for Writing a College Application Essay] Choose the right reach schools by using all of your skills to your advantage Youll have a better chance of getting into a reach school, regardless of your academic profile, if you can prove youll be an asset to the college or university in a unique way. For example, if youve won awards in art or music in high school, apply to a school with a well respected arts or music program that offers scholarships in those areas. Talk about your non-academic skills and interests in your application essay or during your admissions interview. Be sure to include all of your extracurricular activities and how long youve been involved in them on your applications. [RELATED: 3 Common Questions Students May Ask in Admissions Interviews] Choose the right reach schools by remembering that not all reach schools are Ivy Leagues Theres no doubt that Ivy League schools offer amazing academic and extracurricular programs. However, other private and public colleges and universities offer rigorous and exciting programs as well. When searching for reach schools, keep your academic and personal interests in mind. There are many colleges and universities with specialized academic and extracurricular offerings that align with what you like most. Dont feel that for a school to be your reach school, it has to be an Ivy League institution. Be honest with yourself about your goals and what you bring to the table, and you will be able to identify the right reach schools for you. [RELATED: What to Do After Youve Submitted Your College Applications] Any topics you want to know more about? Let us know! The Varsity Tutors Blog editors love hearing your feedback and opinions. Feel free to email us at blog@varsitytutors.com.

How to Sew Using Correct Terms in Your Sewing Classes

How to Sew Using Correct Terms in Your Sewing Classes Words You Will Need to Know for Your Sewing Lessons ChaptersTerms Used in Basic Sewing TutorialsThe Straight Line on Sewing ToolsSewing Notions: Technical Terms Related to SewingFrom the Sewing Room: Types of StitchesCelebrity Citations from the World of SewingAny time we learn a new skill, hobby or trade, we are inevitably  faced with a lexicon of terms that apply exclusively to its milieu.The art of sewing is no different.If you are contemplating signing up for sewing classes â€" or have already done so; if you are investigating sewing courses online, let Superprof give you the straight stitch on vocabulary related to sewing.If the word piping makes you think of channels for water, indeed you have a word or two to learn about sewing.Blind stitching, sewing on the bias; serging and appliqué: the world of sewing has its own language.Let us go now, into this glossary, to expose the gore and the grain of sewing.notion counter in your local fabric store.Sewing Basics: Operations and ManoeuvresBasting: assembling your cut out fabric by u sing large stitches, prior to running them through the sewing machine.Basting requires at least a serviceable hand sewing technique.Bias: folding your cloth diagonally, so that you obtain a 45 ° angle to the grain of the fabric â€" the lengthwise or widthwise threads.Cutting on the bias is a common term, meaning to cut fabric diagonally. It is particularly useful when sewing garments of striped cloth; it makes the stripes form a V on the finished dress or skirt.Binding: is a type of finishing to keep the edges of your material from fraying.Binding can be of bias tape, another strip of material or even lace.Buttonhole: to create an opening on one side of a shirt or waistband, opposite of a button, in which that fastener will pass through, effectively keeping the garment closed.Darning: mending a hole in a garment without using a patch.French Seam: a sewing technique that conceals stitching on the face â€" or right side of the fabric, as well as on the wrong side.Notching, or notches: these are marks, usually V-shaped, in your sewing pattern that you must cut into your cloth.These notches help you match one pattern piece with another. You can think of them as a guide to proper assembly of your sewing projects.Decatising: the process of preparing a fabric for work by washing and/or ironing it.Also known as crabbing, blowing or decating, this is the beginner step to working textile, so that it does not shrink during garment making.Decatising fabric means preparing it for sewing Source: Pixabay Credit: AllchemillaFusible Interface: used on unseen parts of fabric â€" a pocket or collar, for instance, to make that part of the garment more rigid.This interfacing generally comes with heat-activated glue on one side, so that you only need to trim the piece to your sewing patterns specifications and press it on.Pleating: a sewing technique for making permanent folds in the fabric. To make attractive pleats, you simply need to fold the fabric back on itself and pin each p leat in place.You can then sew your pleats into your skirts with a sewing machine.Pleats should never be confused with ruching!Ruching is a gathered overlay. Unlike pleats, which are consistently vertical, all sized the same and quite orderly, ruching tends to be horizontal â€" or diagonal! and uneven.To execute ruching effectively, you would slightly wrinkle the edges of your fabric, and then sew it onto a flat underlay or lining.Gathering is similar to ruching in technique â€" using a running stitch, but only one end of the material is gathered, and then sewn onto its correspondingly short piece.Hemming: in fact, this is one of the simplest seams to learn to sew. Still, it is most in demand, at the tailor's or dressmakers' shops.Every article of clothing â€" pants, skirt, dress or blouse, has a hem. It is at the bottom-most point of the garment, and gives you a clean, defined look. Hems also serve to shorten (or lengthen) a garment.Look on Superprof's platform for the best sewing classes Edinburgh.Serger: is a type of sewing machine that sews, finishes and cuts seam allowances down, all at once.Find amazing sewing courses all over England.The threads lock around the seam to prevent fraying, thus providing a more durable seam than even the best sewing machine.Sergers are especially effective if you are working with knit fabric.Knits: as opposed to woven fabrics, cloth that is knit has been... well... knitted.This type of textile is more flexible, making it ideal for working with smaller pieces. Three types are knits are: Jersey, rib knit and interlock.Trimming the Corners is the process whereby, once two panels of cloth have been joined, the right-angle corners are cut down so as to not exceed the border of the garment itself.Join the discussion: should plying needle and thread be reserved for women?The Straight Line on Sewing ToolsEven beginners at developing sewing techniques know that sewing anything requires a needle and thread.For easy projects, such as hemming a skirt or slacks, that might be all you need.However, if you intend to express yourself in your sewing, or you hope for a career in dressmaking, you will certainly need to expand your cache of sewing supplies.Here is a list of the basics every sewing kit should contain.An assortment of sewing needles, in varying sizesa needle threader would probably be very helpful, tooA thimble will protect your finger from the needle's sharp pointA complement of sewing thread; in various colours and sizesBobbin: if you are going to engage in machine sewing, you will need a few of thesebobbins dispense the thread from the underside of the fabric.Straight pins come in packs of fifty or one hundred â€" or more; you only need to buy one pack for your beginner sewing projectsYou should also buy a pin cushion, essential to store those sneaky pins that like to hide in carpet and stick you in the foot as you walk.Scissors: you should have at least one pair of fabric shears and one set of nippers, to snip errant threadyou may also like working with a rotary cutter and pinking shears, that leave a zig zag cutA darning mushroom is very helpful in isolating the area to to be darnedAn embroidery hoop is vital if you intend on doing any type of needleworkA seam ripper works better than any other implement at dissolving unwanted sewing stitchesWhat do you know of the history of sewing?Many sewing machines graphically display the types of stitches they are capable of Source: Pixabay Credit: Buntysmumneedle entry point is always on the same side of the cloth.The blind stitch, mostly used to hem clothes, is invisible on the front of the fabricIt is also called a hem stitchThe Buttonhole stitch requires thick thread and satin stitches â€" very close together, in order to stay strong and not fray.The running stitch should look like a dashed line when finished. It comprises of long stitches and can act as drawstrings, if you wish to gather material, or for ruchingEmbroidery stitches sho uld be very small and close together.Crosstitching is just as the name implies: a multitude of little crosses, sewn in different colours of thread, to render a complete design.Most cross stitchers make use of an embroidery hoop to keep their material taut, making it easier to stitch.No attraction without zest? Surely not what Dior anticipated! Source: Pixabay Credit: Ryan McGuireCelebrity Citations from the World of SewingAs we nearly have this article stitched up, let us now leave you in stitches with a few quotes from some of the world's most famous fashion designers, past and present.Mode passes, style remains â€" Coco Chanel (although they have essentially the same meaning, her famous line is often misquoted as: fashion is fleeting, style remains).Search online sewing classes on Superprof's platform.Walk like you have three men walking behind you â€" Oscar de la Renta (ostensibly said to his runway models prior to a show)One is never over-dressed or under-dressed with a Little B lack Dress â€" Karl Lagerfeld (whether he meant the book by Simon Henry or the actual garment is not clear)There is no virtue whatsoever in creating clothing or accessories that are not practical â€" Giorgio ArmaniThere is no beauty that is attractive without zest â€" Christian Dior (perhaps that explains all of the lemon print fabric available!)You can read more famous fashion quotes at Harper's Bazaar.Discover also how you can learn to sew from the masters of fashion!Want to know more about couture clothing?