STONE MATERIALS: Stone materials are often used for construction because they are strong, durable and very resistant to weather conditions.

1.1. Extracting and processing stone: Stone is extracted from natural deposits. Some types exist as large blocks, such as marble and granite from quarries, which must be cut into smaller pieces. Other materials, such as gravel and sand, are aggregates.

1.2. Natural stone: -Limestone is a porous sedimentary rock. It is often used for sculptures and buildings, as well as for breakwaters in ports. -Limestone is used to produce lime and cement.

-Marble is a hard rock. Marble is cool to the touch and well-known for its resistance to compression and extreme weather conditions. Marble comes in a variety of colors... Continue reading "Stone Materials: Types, Properties, and Uses" »

Identical twins: once fertilization happens zygot break in two Different cells and each one give a different person but as they have the same Genes they are identical.

Contraceptivemethods (is not going to be asked at exam)

Assisted reproduction

Artificial insemination: sperm is placed inside the uterus During ovulation period using a syringe

IVF In vitro fertilization they get egg cell and join them With sperm using a microscope, once fertilization and the zygote develop to Blastocyst it is implanted in the uterus.

Female Reproductive System

Key Components and Functions

Uterus

The myometrium, the middle layer of the uterine wall, is responsible for the contractions during childbirth.

Vagina

The vagina is an elastic tube that facilitates penetration during sexual intercourse.

Vulva

The vulva, the external female genitalia, consists of the labia majora, labia minora, and the clitoris, which is responsible for sexual pleasure.

Bartholin's Glands

These glands produce lubricant to facilitate sexual intercourse.

The Ovarian Cycle

Each ovarian cycle lasts approximately 28 days and consists of three phases:

1. Follicular Phase (14 days): An egg cell matures.
2. Ovulation: The mature egg is released from the ovary into the fallopian tube.
3. Luteal Phase (14 days): The corpus luteum,

The Second World War was a devastating military conflict that spanned from 1939 until 1945. It involved nearly all European countries, Japan, the United States, China, and European colonies across North Africa, Asia, and Oceania, making it a truly global event.

Origins of World War II

The primary causes of this monumental war included:

• Nationalist Discontent: Germany harbored resentment over the loss of significant territories due to the Treaty of Versailles. Italy, similarly, felt aggrieved, believing it had not received the territories it deserved after World War I.
• Economic Protectionism: The adoption of protectionist economic policies, aimed at reducing imports, led to an increase in tensions and trade disputes between nations.
• Expansionist

Introduction

More Economically Developed Countries (MEDCs)

(Australia, France...)

• High life expectancy
• Exporting of manufactured goods
• Compulsory secondary education
• Low birth rate
• High status for women
• High employment in the tertiary sector
• High number of older people

Less Economically Developed Countries (LEDCs)

(India...)

• Poor healthcare
• Exporting of mainly primary products
• High infant mortality rate
• Low life expectancy
• Low literacy rates
• High employment rate in the primary sector
• High proportion of young people
• Limited access to clean water

Globalization: Different Aspects

Politics

• Global problems: Financial crises, climate change, terrorism
• Global actors: European Union, G-20, United Nations, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)

Economy

• Decrease in the cost of transporting

Opción A

Section 1: True/False

FALSE (11 and 12), FALSE (17 and 18), TRUE (22 and 23)

Section 2: Solo Mothers

For guiding solo mothers in the United States.

Out to about 26,000.

• Past
• b) Meet up
• c) Law
• d) I have raised my children correctly

Section 4: Questions

• Are they expensive?
• What makes them better?
• Where can you buy them?
• How did you find out about them?
• How does that work?

Let's hope your parents get you one.

Section 5: Apologies & Requests

I'm so sorry, Mum and Dad. I was hoping to spend just on language, but the last exams for Math and Chemistry went wrong.

Mum, honestly, I think it's not necessary to wake me up so early. I can get ready in thirty minutes. Please, I want to rest more.

Friend, it is better to be honest with him than to lie to him.

Section

There are people who think there is no way to stop the increasing of global warming, but I think that if all of us do a little, we could make a change on the environment.

At first, we should begin recycling the garbage in its own container. In addition, plastic bags could be forbidden in order to use more environmentally friendly materials.

Secondly, solar energy could be a good alternative to harmful energy sources that are being used nowadays like fossil fuels. Everybody should have solar panels on their roofs, especially in countries where the sun hours are longer like Spain.

In conclusion, there are many things that we can do to improve the situation of the planet. We only have one planet and we have to look after it.

1) Passive Voice

• It's thought

CONDITIONAL CLAUSES TYPES I, II AND III

Complete these Type I conditional sentences with the correct form of the verb in brackets.

1. If you like fruit, you should try (try) these peaches.

2. If you heat water to 100°C, it boils (boil). (0 conditional)

3. If it keeps on raining, they will not be able (not / be able) to play the match.

4. “Unless the chair is in the sale,they will not buy (not / buy) it,” my mother said.

5. You should call (call) for a doctor if you really have a temperature.

6. If you rent an apartment by the seaside, you you will have (have) a fantastic holiday.

7. Unless you give me a lift, I will not arrive (not / arrive) in time.

8. You should come (come) here if you want me to explain the exercise.

Decide if the following sentences are Type I or Type

Traditional Doctrine and Challenges

A minority shareholder can raise a claim if they believe they have been mistreated by the majority shareholders. Traditionally, the company would bring a claim on behalf of the minority shareholder if the allegations involved a corporate wrong, such as fraud or control by the wrongdoer. However, this approach presented challenges:

• Difficult to establish proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
• Obtaining testimony from company employees against the majority shareholder was impractical.

Statutory Derivative Claims under the Companies Act 2006

Due to the limitations of the traditional doctrine, the Companies Act 2006 introduced statutory derivative claims under sections 260 and 263. Section 260 defines a derivative claim,... Continue reading "Minority Shareholder Protection: Derivative Claims and Legal Challenges" »