Medicine

    Medicine

    The practice of medicine is based on diagnosis and treatment. A hundred years ago, the physician felt the pulse and came to various conclusions about illnesses.

     He had only a few instruments to diagnose a disease. Within the last hundred years, medical technology developed. Now the physician has sophisticated medical instruments to diagnose diseases.

     X – ray machine that was invented in 1895, came into regular use. It was invented by Wilhelm Rontgen. With the help of this machine the doctors were able to see the inside of the body and diagnose diseases. In 1973 the CAT scan machine was invented. With this invention medical science was revolutionized. The patient is kept inside the machine and the body is scanned by X – rays.

    Medical technology continues to develop very rapidly. Today the changes of the body can be observed and measured. These findings are the key to diagnosing diseases and deciding treatment.     

The E.C.G machine was invented during the last century. It is used to find out how the heart works. The damage caused by a heart attack can be measured on this machine.

    Modern technology is able to support failing organs. Ventilators are used to maintain oxygen levels to assist breathing.

    Sir Alexander Fleming, whose discovery of Penicillin led to the discovery of many other antibiotics. The antibiotics help in treating a large range of bacterial infections.

     Modern technology hs helped immensely to develop surgery. Now lasers are used in surgery. Kidney stones and gall bladder stones are removed through laser surgery. Laser treatments are used for treating eye diseases too.

    Medical science and technology has developed so much that surgeons transplant organs from one body to another. Kidney transplantation was first attempted in 1902. Today it is a well established operation. Heart transplantation was first performed in South Africa, in 1967. It was done by the surgeon, Christian Barnard.

      Immunization programmes are carried out to give protection to children. This has greatly decreased previously common diseases.

The Lions Club agrees to assist the Project

The Lions Club agrees   to assist the Project

On invitation by the respective Presidents of the Interact Clubs, the Lions Clubof Bentota South has expressed their desire to help them.

 Lion, Dr Ranjith Cooray, the president of the Lions Club of Sumanabedda Maha Vidyalaya introduces the Guest Speaker:

“Our honoured guest, Dr Ranjith Cooray, dedicated principals and teachers, and my dear friends;

It’s a great opportunity and a privilege to have Lion, Dr. Ranjith Cooray here with us today.

Dr. Cooray is a doctor of Medicine presently practicing at the Bentota Base Hospital. He is the president of the Lions Club of Bentota and has been instrumental in launching many community service projects.We are grateful to you for expressing your willingness to help us in our project. I shall now invite Dr. Ranjith Cooray to speak to you on the role of the Lions Club and its objectives.”

Cycling

Cycling    expedition

  The walk gave the class another idea.

   The students wanted to arrange a cycling trip.

   Not everybody had a cycle however. So, they discussed the matter, and came up with an idea.

   They decided to borrow bicycles from those wh had. Then they would fix a fee for the hire of the cycle. They also decided to ask for contributions, for food.

    They had many things to do; draft a letter of request asking for bicycles, decide on hiring charges, write to some caterers asking for contributions regarding food, and decide on the instructions for delivering and handing over the cycles..

    First of all they needed a letter of introduction from the school, which they could take to various places and persons asking for patronage.

Ravi Shankar

       Ravi Shankar

The system of India Music is known as Raga Sangeeth. It can be traced back to nearly 2000 years. The roots of this music are in the vedic hymns of the Hindu temples. It is the origin of all Indian music.

    As in Western music, the roots of Indian classical music are religious.

 Music gives a spiritual discipline. It helps a person to understand himself. In the Hindu culture sound is god-nada Brahma. It is a source of discipline. The pupils lean to behave in certain ways. They learn to concentrate. It is like meditation.

HANDICRAFTS OR FOLK ART?

Padma provided the following information on Indian Designs.Embroidered Quilt, kantha from Bangalore

Do you know embroidery? Do you know what embroidery is?

It is the addition of a pattern or other ornamental effect, to textiles by the use of the needle and thread. The wonder is that kantha embroidery uses only the simplest of stitches, the running stitch!

   The state of Bengal is famous for kantha art. Kantha actually means ‘embroidered quit’. The embroidered quilts of Bangalare are wonderful in their beauty, colour and design.

     The Sanskrit word ‘kantha’ means rags. It is a cottage industry, and is also a form of folk art. There are two types of embroidery. In one the old, discarded cotton sarees or dhotis are put one on top of the other and are quilted and embroidered. The other is quilted by using discarded cotton bedspreads.

   The colours used for this embroidery are black, deep blue and red. These colours stand for the three basic aspects of nature – earth, sky and space. The designs used are of lotus flowers, creepers, foliage, floral scrolls and animal and human figures.

     Today the kantha embroidery is famous all around the globe. The old kantha designs are priced possessions now. They are found on sleek shawls, sarees and bags.

      The village womwn spend a great deal of time and care in getting the perfect designs.

Teenage Styles

 Teenage Styles

Some students of Grade 10 decided to put up a stall for Teen Fashions. They collected sample designs from fashion magazines. They had clothes for both girls and boys. They wrote to some well known stores asking them to display their ware. The dealers were very pleased, and even offered the clothes at a discount. The school could keep the discount. The students were very happy.

    Nalini brought some of her own designs.

  Her mother was a good seamstress. She had helped Nalini with the designs. She had provided samples of different types of collars and sleeves. Nalini hersrlf was good at sewing. She sewed her own clothes. They were so good that people thought she had got them tailored.

  The stall also provided information on fabric types and designs. They also provided information on how to select clothes, such as the colours most suitable for different occasions and times of the day.

Search Engines

Search Engines    

The Internet is a source of knowledge.It is of very recent origin. However the influence it has on society is immeasurable. The scope is very wide. It is known the world over. It is easily accessible to everyone.

   Knowledge has got a new dimension with the introduction of the internet. An internet user has access to a lot of knowledge and information. A book for example is read serially one sentence after the other. Words are written horizontally or vertically. If we want to read a book, and listen to music at the same time, we have to use two separate sources for that. But the internet has brought the two together for us. You must have seen people working at the computer listening to music.

      

       When producing a book, the weight and size play an important role. That is why dictionaries and encyclopedias come in volumes. We will not be able to lift one if they are produced as a single work. The internet has no ‘weight’ unlike a book which is heavy. And so with the network, there is no ‘but’. We can get what we want at a ‘clik’.

   The language that is most used on the internet is English. The internet was first started as a research project of the Department of Defense of the USA.

  The internet provides an immense source of knowledge, through search sites such as Google,Wikipedia,Yahoo etc.

   However there are certain disadvantages in the internet. No one is responsible for the information or the quality of information. There is no source for this information. There is no authority, or authorship responsible. 

Water

             Water

The needs of nature and people

Sri Lanka is lucky that she does not have to share water with any other country. Hence she is able to manage her water resources and minimize environmental hazards. If we are to preserve the natural beauty of Sri Lanka we have to manage our water resources well. Sri Lanka is called, ’the Pearl of the Indian Ocean’, because of her shape and natural beauty.

       There are two aspects to water management; firstly to allocate water to the environment according to the environmental demands, secondly to supply the human requirement of water for agriculture, industry, power generation and domestic work.

     Excessive removal of water from rivers, tanks and other waterways has exposed bird, animal, fish and plant species to danger. It also has threatened the livelihood of farmers and fishermen. Many people depend on river water for drinking, cooking, washing and for various other uses. When the supply of water for irrigation is interrupted, the farmers cannot cultivate their lands and inland fishing will not be possible.

     The flow of water keeps the ecosystem healthy and productive.

     Dr. Validimir Smakhtin, the principal researcher at The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) based in Colombo, points out that the water flow has to vary at different times of the year, to maintain the good health of the ecosystem.According to the IWMI, the environmental needs are not being met as too much of water is being removed. The policy makers should pay greater attention to the over exploitation of fresh water. They must recognize the need to allocate water for the maintenance of the environment. The water wastage must be controlled. They must also monitor the flow of water and pay greater attention to environmental effects. Finally they must take steps to maintain the ecosystem.

RAINFORESTS

    RAINFORESTS

The Importance Of Rainforests

Tropical rainforsts are located around the equator. The temperature around the equrator is high. Hence the rate of water evaporation is high. As a result there is frequent

Rain in rainforests. They are found in South and Central America, Africa, in the islands around Australia and Asia. The rainforests are importand to human existence and the surroundings. Rainforests are a rich source of medicinal plants, food and useful forest products. They maintain about 50% of the plant, animal, bird, reptile and insect species of the world. These forests help to maintain a regular rainfall. They also stand as a buffer against floods, droughts and erosion. These forests produce a significant amount of the world’s oxygen.

tablet 7

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Condition:

New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions Type: Galaxy Tab 10.1v 16GB, Wi-Fi, 10.1in - Black

Compatible Product Line: For Samsung Galaxy Tab Brand: Samsung

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The sleek and lightweight body design of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1v tablet makes it quite portable. For superior quality viewing, this Samsung Wi-Fi tablet has a 1280 x 800-pixel screen resolution. Customize the home screen of this Samsung tablet PC with the help of the live panel feature that gives you real-time data updates of your favorite websites and social networks. Access utility features, such as calendar, PenMemo, World Clock, Calculator, or task manager, with the Mini Apps feature of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1v tablet and multi-task. To give you a better web browsing experience, this Samsung Wi-Fi tablet supports Adobe flash player. 

Product Identifiers

Brand Samsung

Model 10.1v

MPN GT-P7100/M16

Carrier No cellular ability

UPC 635753493467

Key Features

Type Tablet PC

Family Line Galaxy Tab

Display Size 10.1in (25.65 cm)

Hard Drive Capacity 16 GB

Operating System Android 3.1

Internet Connectivity Wi-Fi

Color Black

Processor

Processor Speed 1 GHz

Digital Camera

Rear Camera Resolution 8 megapixel

Front Camera Resolution 2 megapixel

Dimensions

Width 3.75in (9.55 cm)

Depth 0.47in (1.19 cm)

Weight 1.29lb (0.589 kg)

tablet 6

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Condition:

Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions Brand: Samsung

Screen Size: 7" Storage Capacity: 16 GB

Color: Black Connectivity: Wi-Fi + 3G

Model: SPH-P100  

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Carry your social life with you wherever you go, with the Samsung SPH-P100 tablet PC. The Samsung Galaxy Tab comes integrated with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n connectivity that allow you to communicate, update and browse the internet, anytime and anyplace. The Movie Hub app of this Samsung tablet PC offers instant access to entertainment content like latest movies and TV shows. Pre-loaded with the Amazon Kindle, the Samsung Galaxy Tab brings out the bookworm in you by allowing you to peruse hundreds of books, magazines, and other online reading content, at the touch of a button. Thanks to a 3 MP camera, Qik app, and a 7-inch touchscreen display, you can capture images and video chat, all in this Samsung tablet PC. Enhance your gaming and video viewing experience with the Samsung SPH-P100.

Product Identifiers

Brand Samsung

Model SPH-P100

MPN SPH-P100ZKASPR

Carrier Sprint (US)

UPC 635753486988

Key Features

Type Tablet PC

Family Line Galaxy Tab

Display Size 7in (17.78 cm)

Hard Drive Capacity 16 GB

Operating System Android 2.2

Internet Connectivity Wi-Fi + 3G

Supported Text Formats PPT, Word, XLS

Color Black

Processor

Processor Manufacturer ARM

Processor Speed 1 GHz

Digital Camera

Rear Camera Resolution 1.3 megapixel

Front Camera Resolution 1.3 megapixel

Connections and Expandability

Expandability microSD, microSD Slot

Dimensions

Width 4.74in (12 cm)

Weight 0.84lb (0.38 kg)

This is a white Samsung Galaxy Tab model SPH-P100 that was used through Sprint. This can be used as a stand alone tablet with Wifi or with cellular internet service also. It is in good condition, no scratches, works as new. It has been restored back to factory and is ready for the new user. It comes as pictured with USB cable and extra charge/sync dock. You can look up the specific features on the internet. I only ship within the US, sorry no international S&H. Buyer pays $14.95 S&H with delivery confirmation, I accept Paypal for payment. Full payment due within 3 days of auction end. Bid only if you intend to pay, I can’t stress this enough, only bid if you have the money to pay, too many non-payers. If you have a negative or ZERO feedback rating, email me BEFORE bidding, otherwise your bid will be canceled. E-mail me with any questions before bidding.

tablet 5

Item specifics

Condition:

Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions Brand: Samsung

Bundled Items: Case, Screen Protector(s), Samsung Keyboard Dock, Car Charger Storage Capacity: 16 GB

Type: Accessory Bundles Connectivity: Wi-Fi + 3G

Experience true mobility

The Galaxy Tab's 7–inch The Galaxy Tab’s 7–inch, high–res screen makes everything easier: reading with the Amazon Kindle app, watching videos or surfing the web with Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1, or playing games online. Multitasking just got simpler, too. Bring the Galaxy Tab into the kitchen to read recipes online while listening to music in the background.

Android 2.2 (Froyo) Operating System

Brilliant 7–inch display

V CAST Apps, V CAST Music and V CAST Song ID

3–megapixel camera/camcorder with auto focus and flash, plus 1.3–megapixel front–facing camera

Wi–Fi capable so you can connect without using up your data allowance

Camera

3.0MP rear–facing camera

Auto–focus

Flash

1.3MP front–facing camera

Video

3.0MP rear–facing camcorder

DivX HD video playback

Music

Create and Manage playlists

Music Player For: MP3, WMA, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MIDI, WAV, & SP–MIDI Formats

Headset Jack: 3.5mm

Web

HTML Browser with Adobe® Flash® 10.1

Wi–Fi (802.11 b/g/n)

Thousands of apps & hundreds of widgets available on Android Market™

Amazon Kindle e–Reader

Google Services including Gmail, Google Talk, YouTube™, Google Calendar, Google Search, Google Maps, Latitude, Places

Thousands of apps & hundreds of widgets available on Android Market™

Communication

Bilingual User Interface: English/Espanol

Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) via AllShare

Widgets (AccuWeather Clock, Daily Briefing, News and Weather)

Notification Ringtones

Tools: Alarm Clock, World Clock, Calendar & Memo

Text, Picture & Video Messaging with threaded messaging , Consumer Email, and Corporate Email

Bluetooth

Bluetooth® Profiles: Object Push for vCard & vCalendar, SPP, BPP, A2DP, AVRCP, GAVDP, AVDTP, and AVCTP

Specifications

Dimensions

Dimensions: 7.48" (H) x 4.74" (W) x 0..47" (D)

Weight: 13.58 ounces

Operating System

Android 2.2 (Froyo) + Samsung TouchWiz (User Interface)

Display

7.0” Touch Screen

1024x600 WSVGA TFT LCD display

Supports up to 16M color

6–Axis Motion Sensor and Accelerometer

Keyboard

Virtual QWERTY Keyboard with Swype and Samsung keypad options

Battery

Usage time: up to 780 minutes

Standby time: up to 500 hours

SAR: Body 1.01 W/kg

Memory / Processor

1GHz Cortex A8 Hummingbird Processor

2GB internal memory & 16GB microSD™ card pre–installed

Up to 32GB microSD™ Optional

Original box with packaging contents inclued:

Samsung Tab,16 GB micro SD Card preinstalled, USB/Wall Charger, Quick Ref Guide

tablet 4

Item specifics

Condition:

Seller refurbished: An item that has been restored to working order by the eBay seller or a third party not approved by the manufacturer. This means the item has been inspected, cleaned, and repaired to full working order and is in excellent condition. This item may or may not be in original packaging. See the seller’s listing for full details. See all condition definitions Brand: Samsung

Screen Size: 7" Storage Capacity: 16 GB

Color: Black Connectivity: Wi-Fi + 3G

Model: GT-P1000  

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Product Identifiers

Brand Samsung

Model GT-P1000

MPN GT-P1000CWAXSG

Carrier T-Mobile (US)

UPC 8806071109312

Key Features

Type Tablet PC

Family Line Galaxy Tab

Display Size 7in (17.78 cm)

Hard Drive Capacity 16 GB

Operating System Android 2.2

Internet Connectivity Wi-Fi + 3G

Color Black

Processor

Processor Speed 1 GHz

Digital Camera

Rear Camera Resolution 3 megapixel

Connections and Expandability

Expandability microSD

Dimensions

Width 4.72in (12 cm)

Depth 0.08in (0.198 cm)

Weight 0.84lb (0.38 kg)

 You are bidding on a refurbished T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Tab that has been rooted. The LCD and Touch Screen are brand new.

tablet 3

Item specifics

Condition:

New other (see details): A new, unused item with absolutely no signs of wear. The item may be missing the original packaging, or in the original packaging but not sealed. The item may be a factory second or a new, unused item with defects. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions Brand: Samsung

Screen Size: 10.1" Storage Capacity: 16 GB

Color: Gray Connectivity: Wi-Fi + 4G

Model: SCH-I905  

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Enjoy computing on the go with the Samsung SCH-I905 tablet PC. The Android 3.0 operating system, installed on this Samsung tablet PC, is fun and easy to use. On the 10.1-inch touchscreen of this Samsung Android tablet PC, images and texts are clear and distinct, as the resolution is 1280 x 800 pixels. Send and receive data on this Samsung tablet PC, as it is Bluetooth enabled. Use the 3.1-megapixel camera on this Samsung Android tablet PC to take pictures of objects and scenes that delight you. Get onto the internet when you are in a hotspot, as the Samsung SCH-I905 tablet PC is WiFi enabled.

Product Identifiers

Brand Samsung

Model SCH-I905

MPN SAMSUNGSCHI905GREYVERIZON16

Carrier Verizon (US)

Key Features

Type Tablet PC

Family Line Galaxy Tab

Display Size 10.1in (25.65 cm)

Hard Drive Capacity 16 GB

Operating System Android 3.1

Internet Connectivity Wi-Fi + 4G

Supported Text Formats AAC, DIVX, H.263, H.264, MP3, MPEG-4, RA, VP8, WMA, WMV, XVID, eAAC+

Color Gray

Processor

Processor Manufacturer nVidia

Processor Speed 1 GHz

Digital Camera

Rear Camera Resolution 3 megapixel

Front Camera Resolution 2 megapixel

Dimensions

Width 10.11in (256.7 cm)

Weight 1.25lb (0.565 kg)

 Selling a like new galaxy tab 10.1 for the Verizon network.  I have used it for maybe 1 hour wondering if this device would work for me.  Turns out that I don't really know what I would use it for after all.  If the auction goes above 300 I will include the dock for a nightstand to turn the tablet into a clock.  If it goes above 400 I will include the samsung keyboard dock for free.  If it goes above $500 I will ship for free to anywhere in the US.

tablet 2

Item specifics

Condition:

New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions Brand: Samsung

Color: Black Storage Capacity: 16 GB

Model: GT-P1010/W16 Connectivity: Wi-Fi

Bundled Items: Screen Protector(s) Screen Size: 7"

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Driven by the Android 2.2 platform, the Samsung GT-P1010/W16 tablet offers you a user-friendly operation. The Media Hub app of this Samsung Wi-Fi tablet lets you access your favorite movies and TV shows. The Amazon Kindle e-Reader feature of this Samsung tablet PC lets you read your favorite books, magazine and newspaper anytime, with a one-touch operation. The built-in 3-megapixel camera with flash, in the Samsung GT-P1010/W16 tablet, lets you capture images with edit options. The messaging services such as personal and work email, instant messaging, and more, in this Samsung Wi-Fi tablet, lets you stay connected to your friends easily. The Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n connectivity options of this Samsung tablet PC lets you access internet wirelessly, within the given range.

Product Identifiers

Brand Samsung

Model GT-P1010/W16

MPN GT-P1010CWAXAR

Carrier No cellular ability

UPC 635753490879

Key Features

Type Tablet PC

Family Line Galaxy Tab

Display Size 7in (17.78 cm)

Hard Drive Capacity 16 GB

Operating System Android 2.2

Internet Connectivity Wi-Fi

Supported Text Formats PPT, Word, XLS

Color Black

Processor

Processor Manufacturer ARM

Processor Speed 1 GHz

Digital Camera

Rear Camera Resolution 3 megapixel

Front Camera Resolution 1.3 megapixel

Connections and Expandability

Expandability microSD

Dimensions

Width 7.5in (19.05 cm)

Depth 0.47in (1.19 cm)

Weight 0.85lb (0.38 kg)

tablet

Item specifics

Condition:

Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully ... Read more

Brand: Samsung

Screen Size: 7" Storage Capacity: 2 GB

Color: Black Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi + 3G

Model: SCH-I800  

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Have a unique experience of unlimited web-browsing on the Samsung Galaxy Tab SCH-I800 tablet PC. This Samsung Android tablet comes pre-loaded with the Amazon Kindle that offers e-books, magazines and newspapers, for readers to indulge themselves in. The Media Hub feature in this Samsung tablet PC offers easy access to the latest movies and TV shows. The Samsung Galaxy Tab SCH-I800 enables you to view texts and images with complete clarity, on its 7-inch LCD touchscreen display. Always stay connected to your friends through Facebook, Twitter, etc., on this Samsung Android tablet. This Samsung tablet PC allows you to work on and create official documents with the integrated Microsoft Office tools.

Product Identifiers

Brand Samsung

Model SCH-I800

MPN SCH-I800BKAVZW

Carrier Verizon (US)

UPC 635753487619

Key Features

Type Tablet PC

Family Line Galaxy Tab

Display Size 7in (17.78 cm)

Hard Drive Capacity 2 GB

Operating System Android 2.2

Internet Connectivity Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi + 3G

Color Black

Processor

Processor Manufacturer ARM

Processor Speed 1 GHz

Digital Camera

Rear Camera Resolution 3 megapixel

Front Camera Resolution 1.3 megapixel

Connections and Expandability

Expandability microSD

Dimensions

Width 4.72in (12 cm)

Depth 0.47in (1.19 cm)

Weight 0.85lb (0.38 kg)

I dont have alot of info on this tab. I bought it a couple of weeks ago from somebody on craigslist. I was told that it had a clear esn and I called verizon prior to paying for it and they told me it could be activated. When I tried to activate it last week I was told (by verizon) that the esn is bad and the tablet cannot be activated for 3G service. That being said, the tablet works great as a Wi-Fi only tab. It is in good condition but it is used and does have some light scratches. There is only one small veru light scratch on th e screen that I could see. It does not have a micro sd card in it.