Britannica Encyclopedia

This is an on-line encyclopedia which is called Britannica. It was written in February 2016. It was funded in the Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. It was written inform the general public about important information of Britannica.

In the first section, information includes main points about the history of Britannica which is a Scottish - founded, now American company best known for publishing. Edinburgh where the company was founded in the 18th century.

In the second section, Colin Macfarquhar and Andrew Bell formed
a partnership to create a new book that combined the new spirit of scholarship. Three volume work edited by William Smellie and published in 1768. Sears Roebuck bought  trademark and publication rights in 1920.

In the third section, The 12th and 13th editions were published in 1921-1922 and 1926. The headquarters of company moved to Chicago in 1930s. William Benton  had the ownership in 1943 until his death in 1973. The Benton Foundation managed the Britannica until it was sold to Jacqui Safra in 1996.

Riboflavin

This journal article is about Riboflavin (vitamin B-2) which is separated from milk whey as the water soluble, yellowish pigment called lactochrome. 

Riboflavin has a vital role in controlling the 2-electron acceptor /  donor and 1- electron acceptor/doner within the electron transport chain. The rated average requirement and RDA for Riboflavin which cover both gender from 19 to 70 years.

Primary dietary forms of riboflavin from natural sources are FMN and FAD. Riboflavin is available in plants food as well as animal sources namely organ meat, poultry fish and dairy products. Cereals, grain products and breads supply the dietary riboflavin intake of developing countries. Green vegetables such as broccoli, turnips and collard greens are good sources of  riboflavin.

Studies suggest that riboflavin treatment can reduce brain infarct area induced by middle cerebral artery occlusion compared with sham - operated animals.

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Kidney Stones

kidney stones 

Kidney stones are hard, pebble-like pieces of material that form in one or both of your kidneys when high levels of certain minerals are in your urine. Kidney stones rarely cause permanent damage if treated by a health care professional.

Kidney stones are caused by high levels of calcium, oxalate , and phosphorus in the urine. These minerals are normally found in urine and do not cause problems at low levels.

Kidney stones include many symptoms such as

• severe pains in back, side, lower abdomen
• urine which has pink, red or brown blood
• a constant need to urinate
• urinating pain
• bad smelling urine

The treatment is based on the size, location of kidney stones. may pass through urinary tract without treatment. People should drink plenty of liquids.

Annual Greenhouse Emissions by Sector

Turning Points:

• Whilst at university Nelson Mandela became increasingly aware of the unjust nature of South African Society

• Mandela became involved in politics and he was able to finish his degree and qualified as a Lawyer.
•  along with his good friend and comrade Oliver Tambo was expelled from Fort Hare for organizing a student strike
• Mandela had to resign from the  ANC and work underground.
• the Sharpeville massacre of 63 black South African's changed the whole political climate.  
• Mandela reveals how he sought to make the best use of his time there. He helped to keep other Men’s spirits high and never compromised his political principles when offered earlt release.
• negotiations were painfully slow and difficult, they eventually led to Mandela’s release in 1990. It was an emotional moment watched by millions around the globe
•  Nelson Mandela recently lost his eldest son to this disease and Mandela has worked hard to campaign on this issue.

Achievements:

• In 1952 Mandela and Tambo opened the first Black Law firm in South Africa. 
•  Mandela became involved in politics and along with his good friend and comrade Oliver Tambo was expelled from Fort Hare for organising a student strike. However Mandela was able to finish his degree and qualified as a Lawyer
• in Treason Trial Mandela and several others were charged with treason. Conducting their own defence they eventually proved to be victorious. 
• received many prestigious awards. 
• In 1993 Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prizejointly with F.W. De Klerk

British Council Learn English

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Cambridge English Grammar

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