methods handbook
111Ceramography — is the art and science of preparation, examination and evaluation of ceramic microstructures.[1] Ceramography can be thought of as the metallography of ceramics. The microstructure is the structure level of approximately 0.1 to 100 µm, between… …
112Birth control — For other uses, see Birth control (disambiguation). Birth control is an umbrella term for several techniques and methods used to prevent fertilization or to interrupt pregnancy at various stages. Birth control techniques and methods include… …
113photography, technology of — Introduction equipment, techniques, and processes used in the production of photographs. The most widely used photographic process is the black and white negative–positive system (Figure 1 >). In the camera the lens projects an image of… …
114Statistical hypothesis testing — This article is about frequentist hypothesis testing which is taught in introductory statistics. For Bayesian hypothesis testing, see Bayesian inference. A statistical hypothesis test is a method of making decisions using data, whether from a… …
115Zinc — This article is about the metallic element. For other uses, see Zinc (disambiguation). copper ← zinc → gallium ↑ Zn ↓ Cd …
116Model rocket — A typical model rocket during launch A model rocket is a small rocket that is commonly advertised as being able to be launched by anybody, to, in general, low altitudes (usually to around 100–500 m (300–1500 ft) for a 30 g (1 oz.) model) and …
117Forecasting — is the process of estimation in unknown situations. Prediction is a similar, but more general term. Both can refer to estimation of time series, cross sectional or longitudinal data. Usage can differ between areas of application: for example in… …
118Data analysis — Analysis of data is a process of inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of highlighting useful information, suggesting conclusions, and supporting decision making. Data analysis has multiple facets and approaches,… …
119Appraisal theory — Reasoning and understanding of one’s emotional reaction becomes important for future appraisals as well. The important aspect of the appraisal theory is that it accounts for individual variances of emotional reactions to the same event. [Smith,… …
120Mary Gergen — is an American social psychologist specializing in feminist studies womens studies and social constructionism.[1] Her contributions to the field of feminist studies, organization development Organization development, and social process are… …
