New Gadgets Showoff: Sun Tan Meter to Diaper Flusher
A roundup of home and office devices includes a sun tan meter measuring tanning energy, a flush rack for baby diapers, chair base shields, bed guard rails for youngsters, a visible oiling device, window guards, a portable electric radiator, and a two man nylon pup tent. Readers can request Gadget Bulletin 476 from Science Service for more details.
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Words in Science Psychosis Neurosis
Medical name for serious mental diseases is psychosis and its plural psychoses. A person with psychosis is often out of touch with reality and unaware of illness. A neurosis is a milder milder form of mental disorder called nervous breakdown. The neurotic person knows illness and seeks aid, may feel compelled to repeat meaningless acts.
Adolescent Fantasy Study Explores Teen Aggression
A 1949 Science Service feature describes Dr. Percival Symonds of Teachers College Columbia University using pictures to probe teens inner drives. Jimmy 17 and Jack 15 narrate stories revealing aggression, love, and conflict while psychologists warn against overinterpreting tales.
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Tung Oil Industry Expands Domestic Output Since 1933
Domestic production of tung oil rose from 150000 pounds in 1933 to about 17000000 pounds annually. Despite growth, the oil remains a small portion of U S needs and is mainly used in paint.
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Insect Eating Plants Found Worldwide and Widespread
Carnivorous plants once thought rare are reported across the globe from Arctic regions to tropical zones, feeding on insects and thriving in diverse habitats.
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How To Repair Small Cracks In Walls
Home mechanics can repair minor concrete or stucco cracks if the sub surface is sound. For cracks in cement walls or cellars use a sand cement lime mix in a dry blend then water to a stiff mortar and force into cracks, wetting repeatedly for a firm set, with similar steps for stucco plus a weathered finish and tarpaulin cover if exposed.
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Danish Box Sheds Light On Old Norse Name Tawide
A 1400 year old plain wooden box found by a Danish peat digger in 1947 carries an inscription Hagi radar Tawide. Scholars debate whether Tawide is the maker or artist. new reading suggests Tawide means maker and translates to Made by Hagi radar.
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Ragweed Varieties Shed Pollen Across Regions
Ragweeds begin pollen release in northern states within days and extend into September or October in the South. Low ragweed is knee to waist high with finely divided leaves, tall ragweed reaches over head height with three lobed leaves. Pollen is released from male flowers at plant tops. early chemical spraying can reduce pollen and mitigate hay fever.
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