The molar mass constant, often denoted by \( M_{\text{molar}} \) or \( M \), is a fundamental constant that relates the mass of a substance to the amount of substance in moles. It is defined as the mass of one mole of a substance (usually in grams per mole, g/mol). The molar mass of an element is numerically equal to its atomic mass (in atomic mass units, amu), but expressed in grams per mole.
An integrating sphere, also known as an integrating cavity or a light integrating sphere, is an optical device used to measure and distribute light uniformly across its inner surface. It is typically made of a hollow sphere with a highly reflective interior coating, such as barium sulfate or white paint. The design and structure of an integrating sphere allow it to collect light from various angles and redistribute it uniformly, making it an essential tool in various applications, particularly in photometry and radiometry.
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As of my last update in October 2021, Ann Gargett is not a widely recognized public figure, a notable character in popular media, or a topic of common knowledge. It's possible that she could be a local figure, a professional in a specific field, or someone who has gained prominence after my last update.
"Wen Shengchang" (文生昌) refers to a brand of traditional Chinese medicine, specifically a manufacturer of herbal products and remedies. The company is known for its high-quality herbal formulations and health supplements that adhere to traditional Chinese medicinal practices. It emphasizes the use of natural ingredients for health and wellness.
The anomeric effect is a stereochemical phenomenon observed in carbohydrate chemistry, specifically in relation to the conformations of pyranose and furanose forms of sugars. It refers to the preference for certain substituents at the anomeric carbon (the carbon that becomes chiral upon the formation of a cyclic structure) to adopt an axial rather than an equatorial position when in a six-membered ring (pyranose) or five-membered ring (furanose).
Edwards' equation is a mathematical formula used in the field of thermodynamics, particularly in the study of multiphase systems. It describes the relationship between the pressure, temperature, and volume of substances during phase changes, such as between liquid and gas phases.
The Flippin–Lodge angle is a term used in the field of crystallography, specifically in the study of the orientation of crystal planes. It refers to the angle between the planes of atoms in a crystal structure, typically expressed in degrees. This angle can play an important role in determining the physical properties of the material, as well as its behavior under various conditions. The term itself might not be widely recognized outside of specialized literature in crystallography or materials science.
Cavendish Laboratory is a renowned physics research laboratory located at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1871, it is one of the leading centers for experimental physics in the world. The laboratory is named after the scientist Henry Cavendish, who made significant contributions to the field of physics, particularly in the study of gases and electricity.
The inductive effect refers to the permanent shifting of electron density in a molecule due to the electronegativity differences between atoms within that molecule. It involves the polarization of sigma (σ) bonds, which arises when one atom in a bond pulls the shared electrons towards itself more than the other atom does, creating a dipole moment. This shifting of electron density can influence the reactivity and stability of chemical species.
The Möbius-Hückel concept is a theoretical framework used in organic chemistry and theoretical chemistry to understand the properties and stability of certain cyclic compounds, particularly those with conjugated π-electron systems. This concept revolves around the idea of electron delocalization and the geometry of π-systems, influenced by the principles of molecular orbital theory.
Woodward's rules, also known as Woodward's rules of thumb, refer to a set of heuristics used primarily in the field of organic chemistry to predict the effect of substituents on the stability and reactivity of molecular structures, particularly in the context of aromatic compounds. These rules were formulated by the chemist Robert Woodward in his work on the stereochemistry and structure of organic compounds.
Materialism is a philosophical viewpoint that emphasizes the importance of the physical or material world in understanding reality. In essence, materialists believe that everything that exists is made up of matter, and that all phenomena, including thoughts, feelings, and consciousness, arise from material interactions. Materialism can be understood in several contexts: 1. **Philosophical Materialism:** This asserts that only physical things exist and that all phenomena can be explained through material interactions.
Francisco Salva Campillo is a historical figure known for his contributions to the fields of medicine and the military in Spain during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Not much detailed information is readily available, as he may not be as widely recognized as other historical figures. He is often noted for his work in anatomy and surgery as well as his involvement with various military medical advancements during his time.
Heterotrophic picoplankton refers to a group of microscopic organisms that are typically less than 2 micrometers in size and are primarily non-photosynthetic. These organisms play a crucial role in the aquatic ecosystem by feeding on organic matter, including bacteria and dissolved organic carbon. Heterotrophic picoplankton includes a variety of microorganisms such as bacteria and archaea that are involved in nutrient cycling and energy flow within marine and freshwater ecosystems.
High-explosive incendiary (HEI) and armor-piercing (AP) ammunition are specialized types of munitions designed for specific tactical purposes. ### High-Explosive Incendiary (HEI) Ammunition: HEI ammunition combines explosive and incendiary effects. It is typically designed to achieve the following: - **Explosive Effect:** When the projectile detonates, it releases a significant amount of energy, causing damage through a blast wave and fragmentation.
The Rayleigh theorem for eigenvalues, often referred to in the context of linear algebra, provides important insights into the eigenvalues of a symmetric (Hermitian) matrix.
Hilary Ockendon is a prominent applied mathematician, particularly known for her contributions to the fields of mathematical modeling and numerical analysis. She has worked extensively on various mathematical problems, often related to fluid dynamics and mathematical biology. Ockendon has also been involved in education and outreach in mathematics, promoting the importance and application of mathematical sciences.

Pinned article: Introduction to the OurBigBook Project

Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
We have two killer features:
  1. topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculus
    Articles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
    • a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
    • a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
    This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.
    Figure 1.
    Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page
    . View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivative
  2. local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:
    This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
    Figure 2.
    You can publish local OurBigBook lightweight markup files to either https://OurBigBook.com or as a static website
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    Figure 3.
    Visual Studio Code extension installation
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    Figure 4.
    Visual Studio Code extension tree navigation
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    Figure 5.
    Web editor
    . You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally.
    Video 3.
    Edit locally and publish demo
    . Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension.
    Video 4.
    OurBigBook Visual Studio Code extension editing and navigation demo
    . Source.
  3. https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook-media/master/feature/x/hilbert-space-arrow.png
  4. Infinitely deep tables of contents:
    Figure 6.
    Dynamic article tree with infinitely deep table of contents
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    Descendant pages can also show up as toplevel e.g.: ourbigbook.com/cirosantilli/chordate-subclade
All our software is open source and hosted at: github.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook
Further documentation can be found at: docs.ourbigbook.com
Feel free to reach our to us for any help or suggestions: docs.ourbigbook.com/#contact