Mithqal
A Mithqal is a traditional Islamic unit of weight that is primarily used to measure precious materials, particularly gold and silver. Its weight is often equivalent to approximately 4.25 grams. The Mithqal has historical significance in Islamic culture and commerce, especially in relation to the Zakat (charitable giving), where specific amounts of gold and silver are considered as thresholds for tax obligations. While it is not commonly used in modern commerce, its importance endures in some religious and cultural contexts.
Cambodian units of measurement
In Cambodia, the primary units of measurement that are used include both the metric system and some traditional Cambodian units.
Martindale (unit)
The Martindale is a unit of measurement used to quantify the abrasion resistance of textiles and other materials. It is often used in the textile industry to assess how well a fabric can withstand wear and tear over time, especially in applications where durability is important, such as upholstery or garments. The Martindale test involves rubbing a sample of the fabric against a standard abrasive material under controlled conditions.
The Wartime Information Security Program (WISP) is a framework or set of guidelines designed to safeguard sensitive information during wartime or crisis situations. While specific details about such a program can vary by country and organization, the general purpose of a WISP is to protect critical information that, if compromised, could jeopardize national security, military operations, or public safety.
Contract adjustment board
The Contract Adjustment Board (CAB) is typically a governmental or administrative body established to review and resolve disputes between contractors and government agencies regarding the terms and execution of contracts. This can include matters such as delays, changes in contract terms, or any disagreements that arise during the performance of a contract.
Nuclear regulatory organizations are governmental agencies responsible for regulating and overseeing the safe use of nuclear energy and materials. Their primary goal is to ensure the safety, security, and environmental protection associated with the use of nuclear technology. These organizations establish and enforce regulations, conduct inspections, and monitor compliance to prevent accidents and manage risks associated with nuclear activities.
Hertz
Hertz (symbol: Hz) is a unit of frequency that measures the number of cycles per second of a repeating event. It is commonly used in various fields such as physics, engineering, and telecommunications to describe wave phenomena, including sound waves, electromagnetic waves, and other periodic signals. 1. **Usage in Frequency**: For example, a sound wave that has a frequency of 440 Hz completes 440 cycles (or oscillations) every second.
Gigapackets
As of my last update in October 2023, "Gigapackets" isn't a widely recognized term in technology or networking. However, it can segment into two familiar concepts: "giga" which often refers to a billion (10^9) and is used in contexts related to data measurement (like gigabytes or gigabits), and "packets" which refers to units of data formatted for transmission over network protocols.
Magnetic resonance imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique used to visualize detailed internal structures of the body. It employs strong magnetic fields, radio waves, and a computer to produce images of organs, soft tissues, bones, and other internal body structures. Key features of MRI include: 1. **Non-Invasive**: MRI is a non-invasive procedure that does not involve ionizing radiation, making it safer compared to techniques like X-rays or CT scans.
Arterial spin labelling
Arterial Spin Labeling (ASL) is a non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique used to measure cerebral blood flow (CBF) in the brain. Unlike traditional methods that require contrast agents, ASL uses the magnetic properties of arterial blood water as a tracer. Here’s a brief overview of how it works and its applications: ### How ASL Works 1.
Carbon-13 NMR satellite
Carbon-13 NMR satellite peaks are associated with the nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy of carbon-13, a stable isotope of carbon. In NMR spectroscopy, carbon-13 is commonly used to study the structure and dynamics of organic molecules because it provides valuable information about the environment of carbon atoms within a molecule. In a typical NMR experiment, each carbon-13 nucleus can interact not just with the magnetic field but also with neighboring nuclei, such as protons (hydrogens).
Carbon-13 nuclear magnetic resonance (¹³C NMR) is a type of nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy that specifically targets the carbon-13 isotope of carbon. In this technique, the magnetic properties of carbon-13 nuclei, which have a nuclear spin of 1/2, are utilized to provide information about the structure, dynamics, and environment of carbon-containing compounds.
Deuterated chloroform
Deuterated chloroform, often denoted as CDCl₃, is a chemical compound that is a deuterated form of chloroform (CHCl₃). In CDCl₃, the hydrogen atoms in chloroform are replaced by deuterium, which is an isotope of hydrogen. Deuterium contains one proton and one neutron, making it twice as heavy as regular hydrogen, which consists of just one proton.
Earth's field NMR
Earth's Field NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) is a technique that utilizes the Earth's magnetic field to investigate the properties of materials at the atomic level. Unlike traditional NMR, which typically requires strong magnetic fields produced by superconducting magnets, Earth's Field NMR operates under the relatively weak magnetic field strength of the Earth, which is approximately 25 to 65 microteslas, depending on the location.
Fluorine-19 nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a specialized analytical technique used to study the magnetic properties of the fluorine-19 isotope (^19F) in a given compound or sample. Because fluorine-19 is the only stable and naturally occurring isotope of fluorine, it is particularly useful in NMR spectroscopy for examining the structure, dynamics, and environment of fluorine-containing molecules.
Hyperpolarization (physics)
In physics, particularly in the context of electromagnetism and plasma physics, hyperpolarization refers to a state where the polarization of a material or medium is increased beyond its normal or equilibrium state. This enhancement can lead to various phenomena and effects, particularly in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), or in the study of certain materials' magnetic properties.
Insensitive nuclei enhanced by polarization transfer (INEPT) is a technique used in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy to improve the sensitivity of NMR signals from nuclei that have low natural abundance or weak resonance. The primary goal of INEPT is to enhance the signals of certain nuclei (like \(^{13}\)C or \(^{15}\)N) by transferring polarization from more abundant and sensitive nuclei (usually \(^{1}\)H, or proton).
Binary prefix
A binary prefix is a standardized set of units that represent quantities of digital information, using powers of two. These prefixes are based on the binary numeral system, which is the foundation of computer science and digital electronics. They help in expressing large data sizes in a more manageable and comprehensible way. The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) established a set of binary prefixes to avoid confusion with decimal (SI) prefixes.
List of binary codes
A binary code is a system of representing text or computer processor instructions using the binary number system, which uses only two symbols: typically 0 and 1. Here's a basic overview of different types of binary codes: 1. **ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange)**: - A character encoding standard that represents text in computers. Each character is represented by a 7-bit binary number.