As of my last knowledge update in October 2023, there is no widely recognized concept or technology known as "Bi-twin chain." It is possible that it could refer to a specific project, a new concept in blockchain technology, or a term that has emerged after my last update.
"Closing the Gap: The Quest to Understand Prime Numbers" is a book by Benjamin G. Weiss that explores the complexities and mysteries surrounding prime numbers. The book delves into various aspects of number theory, focusing on the distribution of primes and the various conjectures and theorems that mathematicians have developed to understand them over the centuries.
Bertrand's postulate, also known as Bertrand's theorem, states that for any integer \( n > 1 \), there exists at least one prime number \( p \) such that \( n < p < 2n \). In simple terms, the theorem asserts that there is always at least one prime number between any number \( n \) and its double \( 2n \).
Pump–probe microscopy is an advanced imaging technique that allows researchers to study ultrafast dynamic processes in materials and biological systems at high spatial and temporal resolution. The technique typically involves two sequential laser pulses: the "pump" pulse and the "probe" pulse. 1. **Pump Pulse**: The first pulse, known as the pump, is used to excite the sample. This excitation can involve processes like electronic transitions, vibrational excitations, or changes in the structural configuration of the material.
A reversible reaction is a chemical reaction where the products can react to form the original reactants. In other words, the reaction can proceed in both the forward direction (reactants to products) and in the backward direction (products to reactants) under certain conditions. Reversible reactions are typically represented by a double arrow (⇌) in a chemical equation, indicating that the reaction can go in both directions.
In geography, a "bight" is a bend or indentation in a coastline or a body of water. It typically refers to a large, open bay or a wide coastal curve where the land curves inward, creating a significant body of water that is partially enclosed by land. Bights can vary in size and shape and may be found along oceans, seas, or large lakes.
Abyssal hills are underwater features that are relatively small, rounded elevations found on the ocean floor, typically located in the deeper parts of the ocean, particularly in the abyssal plain regions. These hills are usually formed by volcanic activity or tectonic processes and can vary in height, generally ranging from a few tens to several hundred meters.
Submarine canyons are steep, narrow valleys or trenches that occur on the continental shelf and slope of the ocean floor. They are typically characterized by their V-shaped cross-section and can extend from the shore down into deep ocean basins. Submarine canyons are formed primarily by erosion and sediment transport processes, often influenced by powerful forces such as ocean currents, tides, and turbidity currents (underwater flows of sediment-laden water).
Volcanic arcs are curved chains of volcanoes that form as a result of tectonic plate interactions, particularly at convergent boundaries where an oceanic plate subducts beneath a continental plate or another oceanic plate. The process of subduction leads to the melting of the descending plate and the formation of magma, which rises to the surface and results in volcanic activity.
A beach is a landform along the shoreline of an ocean, sea, lake, or river that consists of loose particles, such as sand, gravel, pebbles, or cobblestones. Beaches are typically characterized by their gentle slopes and are influenced by the tides and waves. They serve as recreational areas for people, offering opportunities for activities like swimming, sunbathing, beach sports, and picnicking.
Coral reefs are underwater structures made from calcium carbonate, primarily produced by coral polyps, which are small, soft-bodied organisms related to jellyfish. These reefs are vibrant ecosystems that provide habitat and shelter for a diverse array of marine life, including fish, mollusks, and other invertebrates, as well as serving as essential breeding and feeding grounds. Coral reefs are often referred to as the "rainforests of the sea" due to their rich biodiversity.
Ocean temperature refers to the measure of how hot or cold the water in the ocean is. It can vary widely depending on several factors, including geographic location, depth, time of year, and ocean currents. Generally, ocean temperatures are warmer near the equator and cooler near the poles. Ocean temperature plays a critical role in marine ecosystems, influencing species distribution, breeding, and migration patterns. It also affects weather and climate patterns, including phenomena such as El Niño and La Niña.
A sea cave is a type of natural cave that is formed primarily by the erosive action of ocean waves against coastal rock formations. These caves can be found in various coastal environments, including cliffs, islands, and shorelines. The process of erosion typically involves the wearing away of softer rock layers, creating cavities and tunnels over time.
The Atlantic Equatorial Mode (AEM) is a climate phenomenon that refers to the variability in sea surface temperatures and atmospheric conditions over the equatorial Atlantic Ocean. It plays a significant role in influencing weather patterns and climate variability in the surrounding regions, including North America, South America, and Africa. The AEM is characterized by fluctuations in sea surface temperatures along the equatorial Atlantic, which can affect the strength and position of the trade winds, precipitation patterns, and storm activity in the tropics.
The Bermuda Atlantic Time-series Study (BATS) is a long-term oceanographic research program that has been monitoring the physical, chemical, and biological properties of the ocean in the Sargasso Sea, located in the North Atlantic Ocean, near Bermuda. The study began in 1988 and aims to provide valuable insights into ocean circulation, climatic variability, and marine ecosystems.
Biogeographic realms, also known as biogeographic regions, are large areas of the Earth that are characterized by distinct biological communities and ecosystems. These realms represent the patterns of biodiversity and the distribution of species across the globe, often shaped by historical, geographical, and environmental factors. Biogeographic realms are typically classified based on the following criteria: 1. **Flora and Fauna**: Each realm contains specific plant and animal species that have adapted to its unique environment.
Endemism refers to the ecological phenomenon where a species is native to and restricted to a specific geographic area. This area can range from a particular country or region to an island or even smaller locations, such as a single mountain or habitat. Endemic species are not found naturally anywhere else outside of that designated area. Endemism is often used to describe plants and animals, and it can arise due to various factors, including geographic isolation, evolutionary processes, and environmental conditions specific to a region.
The Antarctic realm refers to the biogeographic region that encompasses the Antarctic continent and the surrounding Southern Ocean. This realm is characterized by its unique ecosystems, climatic conditions, and biodiversity, which have adapted to the extreme cold and isolation of the region. Key features of the Antarctic realm include: 1. **Geographic Location**: It includes the Antarctic continent, the sub-Antarctic islands, and the surrounding waters of the Southern Ocean.
The Arctic Biogeographic Region refers to a distinct ecological zone characterized by its unique climatic conditions, vegetation, and animal life. This region generally encompasses areas within the Arctic Circle and includes parts of the Arctic Ocean and surrounding landmasses, such as Greenland, Canada, Alaska (USA), northern Europe (particularly Norway and Russia), and the Arctic parts of Asia.
A bioregion is a distinct ecological area characterized by specific natural features such as climate, flora, fauna, and geological characteristics. It is a geographic region defined by environmental similarities and the relationships between living organisms and their surroundings. Bioregions often encompass multiple ecosystems and can include a variety of landscapes, such as forests, wetlands, mountains, and deserts. The concept of bioregions is used in ecological and environmental management to promote sustainable practices that respect and preserve the unique characteristics of a region.

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
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  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