18.22 Why all the World’s Maps are Wrong

18.22.2 – Explain the difficulties associated with representing a spherical shape on a flat surface.
  • The Earths image cannot be displayed as a flat image without being cut or stretched. Distorting the image.
  • Trade offs between shape, size or direction are made to create flat maps.
18.22.4 – Describe the process of creating:
18.22.6 – List and explain the properties of:
18.22.8 – List and explain the uses of:

(a) a Mercator projection;

  • Created by varying distance between latitude lines. Stretching the area at the poles to create a rectangular image.
  • Preserves direction and shape. Distorts Distance and Size.
  • Lines drawn between two points can be followed by maintaining a constant heading.

(b) a Lambert’s conformal projection.

12.10 How an Engine Works with Labeled Parts

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12.10.4 – Explain the function of the main components of a four-stroke cycle piston engine including: (a) cylinders; (b) cylinder heads; (c) pistons; (d) connecting rods; (e) crankshaft; (f) valves; (g) valve operating mechanism; (h) camshaft; (i) spark plugs; (j) injectors.

12.10.6 – Explain the basic principle of operation of a four stroke internal combustion engine.

 

10.16 Decompression Sickness

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10.16.2 Define decompression sickness.

10.16.4 Explain the causes of decompression sickness.

10.16.6 Describe the symptoms of decompression sickness

10.16.8 Explain how decompression sickness can be prevented.

10.16.10 Describe how decompression sickness can be treated.

10.16.12 Explain the dangers of flying after diving

8.40 The Ups and Downs of Air Turbulence

  • Wind forced over the mountain ridge will rise over the terrain and then sink after, this continues oscillating for a large distance.
  • Beneath the oscillations will be circular vortices of air.
8.32.6 Describe the mountain lee-wave (standing wave) development process.