Rigor mortis

The Trenches – WW1 I’m encapsulated in the unending nightmare of fear. The rain bores on, infinitely; pounding on the grubby ground and turning it into vast lakes of murky water. The miserable, grey clouds dominate the sky and lightning explodes like fiery daggers thrown down on us mere mortals by God. The monotonous sound of raindrops thunder down on the helmets of the soldiers and echo like bullets. The thick floor of mud squelches beneath my feet as I struggle to march on. The repulsive…

Introduction In this paper I will examine the argument put forth in the article On The Definition and Criterion of Death by Bernat et al and articulate their ideas in regards to brain death. I will also present a counter-argument to ideas that Bernat et al contends, with my objection to these ideas based on my own opinion, and conclude with a summary of my criticisms to the argument. Presentation of Authors Argument In On The Definition and Criterion of Death, Bernat et al. suggests the…

The use of neurons and muscle is utmost for any animal’s survival. The experiment studies the principles of muscle contractions and nerve conductions, and the characteristics of muscle twitches and AP. The nerve and muscle work in conjunction and allow organisms to be motile. Thus looking at the properties and understanding the process has immense influence on science and the world in general. Through the experiment it was determined that an increase in stimulation amplitude in both muscle and…

The excruciating heat consumes the flat desert land while many buckets of clay lie shattered on the ground next to a solitary drinking well made of stone. The countless footprints erratically scattered throughout the area, and the fresh puddles of spilled water are evidence of an unexpected and immediate evacuation. Towering above the undulating mountains, a mysterious dark cloud is hovering. The throbbing temperature beats down on a sprawled body lying on the desolate road. His clothes are…

“Chédiak-Higashi syndrome is an autosomal recessive immunodeficiency disorder characterized by abnormal intracellular protein transport,” (Nowicki ,“Chediak-Higashi Syndrome,” para.2). It is caused by mutations of the LYST gene which is also known as the CHS1 gene. This gene makes “a protein known as the lysosomal trafficking regulator,” (Genetics Home Reference, January 2014). They cause the lysosome to enlarge which ultimately causes problems with normal cell function. “Patients with…

art. The piece illustrates, extremely effectively the Italian desire to make everything in which they paint beautiful, not matter how horrific the subject may be. Christ in this depiction, although, dead does not appear to have progressed into rigor mortis of any degree, Christ also appears to look peace in death in the Raphael painting, unlike in the Grunewald where distress is on Christ’s face is blatant. The way in which Christ is bleeding in Raphael’s piece is depicted with a degree of…

As a ramification of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the nation is divided by conspiracy theories. The Kennedy conspiracy theories initially arose from Europe. These theories stated that the callous murder of President Kennedy was achieved through the acute coordination of the secret service along with the Mafia, in addition to the Vice President, also known as Lyndon B. Johnson. Though some argue that conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of President Kennedy are a…

Snow’s Cycle Written by Kayleigh It had been days since she was home, perhaps weeks, she couldn’t tell due to the everlasting snowstorm. Ice whipped past the injured young woman’s face as she trudged through the frigid tundra. The swathes of icy mass made visibility poor, like a sub-zero mist intending to freeze all in its path. Eira continued to stride through slush, brave the blizzard. Her numb feet encased in stiff leather rose and fell in a robotic rhythm. Her goals were to…

The Case of JonBenét Ramsey JonBenét Ramsey was the daughter of a wealthy business man and socialite. She was born August 6, 1990, in Atlanta, Georgia. The 6 year old was a beauty queen, winning the following titles: Colorado State All-Star kids Pageant, Little Miss Charlevoix, Tiny Miss Beauty, America 's Royale Tiny Miss: Division title, America 's Royale Miss Colorado Dream Queen, Miss Colorado Sunburst, Sunburst National Pageant: 2nd place, Colorado 's Little Miss Christmas, and Colorado 's…

I've used an indoor tanning booth. As a former user of tanning booths, I can say that I feel as though now I am one of "them". Who are they? The tanners. Their orange skin, their bleached, stiffened, and shining hair, I'm one of them. While at the moment, my skin is the color of a perfect bechamel and my hair the color of burnt coffee, I can say that I know what it's like to tan. That being said, I'm an ex-smoker. I've bought enough packs of cigarettes to tell you that it's an event you don't…