Assess the contribution of functionalism to our understanding of families and households.
Assess the contribution of functionalism to our understanding of families and households. Functionalist sociologists believe that the family is the key institution of society and that it performs vital functions for the maintenance of society as a whole as well as for individual members. According to Murdock, it provides important sub-system that provides stable satisfaction for the sex drive and therefore avoids social disruption. As well as this, Murdock says the family reproduces the next generation and thus ensuring current society to continue. Parsons argued that the pre-industrial society was focused on the extended family. Roles in these families were always based on ascription, not achievement. According to parsons, industrialisation had many effects on the family. This meant that the economy demanded a more geographically mobile workforce. Nuclear families were formed as people moved away their extended kin in order to take advantage of job opportunities. Specialized Agencies took over many functions of the family e.g., families could now buy food and clothes mass-produced by factories. New nuclear family provided the husband and wife with clear social roles. Wives were expressive Leaders (takes care of children and provides emotional support), Husbands were Instrumental Leaders (bread winner and provides protection). Parsons concluded that the nuclear family is
Analysis Of Commercial Vitamin C Tablets
Experiment 5 Date: 18-10-2005 Analysis Of Commercial Vitamin C Tablets Objective To determine the mass of Vitamin C in 1 pill of Vitamin C tablet. Introduction In this experiment, the concentration of sodium thiosulphate solution is not given. So, we need to standardize it through titration. Sodium thiosulphate reacts with iodine in the following reaction: I2 + 2S2O32- ----------------->2I- + S4O62- After an amount of S2O32- is added, the solution of I2 turns pale yellow. When starch solution is added and more S2O32- is added, the solution reaches its end point, which is colorless. In this way, the molarity of the thiosulphate solution is determined. Vitamin C could be oxidized by iodine in the presence of acid in the following equation: Due to the low solubility of iodine, direct titration of iodine solution and Vitamin C is unsuitable. Then how could the experiment be done? The experiment could be done by adding acidified Vitamin C solution into potassium iodide solution. Then, we add potassium iodate to allow the following reaction to take place: IO3- + 5I- + 6H+ ----------------> 3I2 + 3H2O I2 formed in this reaction could react with the Vitamin C in as mentioned in the above equation. The I2 not yet reacted would then be titrated against thiosulphate solution, like the first equation, to determine its amount. This method is a kind of back titration. It is
OPPOSITE CORNERS
Opposite Corners Introduction: For this piece of Mathematics GCSE coursework I am going to find out the difference between the products of the numbers in the opposite corners of any squares that can be drawn on a 10 x 10 grid composing of 100 squares. I shall try to use tables to present my findings; I will make the predictions and proving my predictions right or wrong with examples. I will be using algebra to prove any of the rules I manage to create by analysing my results. Method: I will find out the difference between products for squares of 2 values in 10 x 10 grid. I will do this to find out the general case for this grid. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 00 Example 1: 2 1 2 (11 x 2) - (1 x 12) = 22 - 12 = 10 Example 2: 25 26 35 36 (35 x 26) - (25 x 36) = 910 - 900 = 10 Example 3: 63 64 73 74 (73 x 64) - (63 - 74) = 4672 - 4662 = 10 So, from the above examples I can see that the difference is 10, now I will find out the general case algebraically. GENERAL CASE: n n + 1 n + 10 n + 11 (n + 10)(n
Equality diversity and rights in health and social care
Level 3 - Unit 2 Equality diversity and rights in health and social care P1 - explain the concepts of equality diversity and rights in relation to health and social care. Introduction In a health and social care environment equality diversity and rights are essential to ensure everyone is prune to having rights and has the right to be treated equally no matter their race age or sex and also to be accepted and respected. Diversity The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognising our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio- economic status, age physical abilities, religious beliefs etc. It is the exploration of these differences in a safe positive and nurturing environment. It is about understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity within each individual. Examples Genders - In the past men had more rights than women and were seen as more important. Women still earn less than men for similar work and find difficulty in breaking through the 'glass ceiling' to the most senior positions at work. There are far more derogatory terms, such as 'slag', used to describe women than men. Culture - All of us have a cultural background - activities,
Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care
BTEC National Diploma Health And Social Care Unit 2 Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care Assignment 3 Georgina reed Introduction In this assignment I will be describing how anti discriminatory practice is promoted in health and social care settings. I will be discussing difficulties that may arise when implementing anti discriminatory practice in health and social care. Last I will justify ways of overcoming difficulties that may arise when implementing anti discriminatory practices in health and social care settings. P5 Within the health and social care sector it is important that people understand and promote anti discriminatory practice. There are various ways of how they can challenge discriminatory issues and practices. One of the ways in which a carer can promote anti discriminatory practice is to always treat patients/residents the same (equal).another element of active promotion of anti discriminatory practice is to provide active support consist with peoples beliefs, culture and preferences of the individual. Active support encourages individuals to do as much for themselves as possible, to maintain their independence and physical ability. It encourages people with disabilities to maximise their own potential and independence. In the health and social care environment you should never treat anyone different compared to others. M3 When
Evaluate the case for using referenda to decide important issues in the UK
Evaluate the case for using referenda to decide important issues in the UK A referendum is a popular vote in which the people, rather than the elected representatives, resolve a political issue. Since the electorate is asked to vote directly on a particular issue, holding a referendum is a way of exercising direct democracy within a system of representative democracy. It is normally on one single issue with a straight yes or no answer on the implementation or continuance of a reform. There are a number of advantages to holding a referendum. They encourage political participation as people are actively asked to take an interest in one issue and vote for what they think is best. Referendums are often asked when parliament can not resolve an issue so by asking the electorate to vote they are provided, hopefully, with one clear answer. Referendums can effectively end a deadlock when discussing a political issue. They can increase the legitimacy of major reforms or measures that the government is planning to implement and are a good way of determining the public mood and can provide justification for introducing a certain reform. Referendums should give a clear answer to a question however there are often problems with this. Referendums are also the most direct form of democracy as the people's views are clearly represented and help to make political decisions more legitimate.
Investigation on whether Rubber obeys Hooke's Rule
Investigation on whether Rubber obeys Hooke's Rule Plan Introduction Hooke's Rule states that extension of a material is proportional to the tension force applied to it unless the elastic limit is reached, which is the point at which the material no longer obeys Hooke's Rule. There are only a few materials that obey this rule. In this investigation, we will find out whether rubber obeys Hooke's Rule. We will measure in detail the way in which the extension of a rubber band depends on the tension in the band. This will be done by applying various amounts of weights, as it is a continual variation. Hooke's Rule = F = ke * F = Force in Newtons * k = Spring constant * e = Extension in Centimetres Rubber is a natural polymer which is made up of long chains of molecules which are bent back and forth with weak forces acting between them. As the rubber band is stretched, molecules straighten out and allow the rubber band to become larger. Eventually, as the molecules become fully stretched, the long chains will become parallel to each other and can stretch up to ten times its original length. Extra force will make the rubber band break. If the rubber is not stretched to breaking, once the force is removed the molecules tend to curl back again into their original position because of the attraction and cross-links between adjacent molecules. The return is elastic. Hypothesis I
Science in the News: Should old people be allowed to drive?
Environmental Social Economical This is my coursework broken down into digestible chunks. Anything I used came from this piece of text. For (they should be able to drive) > They are experienced in driving. Therefore have more practises driving on the road. [8] > More convenient, you can get where you want, whenever you want. [11] > Not as dangerous in a car, as elderly people may feel intimidated at a bus stop. [12] > It is discrimination to not let them drive. [13] > They have passed there test, so they have as much right to drive than anyone else. [14] > Gives money to the Government for road tax. > Petrol stations gain money. > They can talk with family and friends comfortably without feeling awkward around others. > If more old people drive they will buy new cars, from car dealers. Putting more money into the local economy, adding to the Multiplying effect. > It they drive a car, they will pay money towards having it cleaned, giving money to car cleaners. Against (They shouldn't be able to drive) > Poorer eyesight is very common with older people. [15] > Adds to Global warmer. [16] > Uses fossil fues > Slower reaction time as you get older. [2] and > Saves money as petrol is rising. [17] > It is more sociable to go on a bus and talk with the community. > Could put others in danger. >
Promoting The Rights And Responsibilities Of Service Users In Care Settings
AO1: Promoting The Rights And Responsibilities Of Service Users In Care Settings Task 1C: What difficulties or tension might arise between the rights and responsibilities in a care setting such as Queensland? Include: * Balancing people's rights against their responsibilities. * Balancing the needs of people who use service with the availability resources. * Role boundaries. * Legal requirements. * Tension between organisational policies and service user's needs. * Tension within individuals. * Tension between service user and care workers. * Tension between service user and the organisation. Balancing people's rights against their responsibilities Maintaining a balance of rights and responsibilities is essential to constructing and preserving a good relationship between the service user and care worker. In a Balanced rights and responsibilities one person does not overpower another, and so that they can be clear about how they should distribute power. Balancing rights and responsibilities together can be very difficult for care workers and the service users and can also build tensions. All service users in Queensland have a right to be treated equally, along with their right it is care workers responsibility to provide equal care for the service users. Service users have a responsibility towards those who are offering the service. They also have rights. Balancing
Properties of Waves.
Properties of Waves There are many different waves including water, sound, light and radio waves. All waves have the same range of properties, they can all be reflected, refracted, totally internally reflected, diffracted or interfere with each other. Waves are repeated oscillations (vibrations) which transfer energy from one place to another. Sound energy in the atmosphere is transferred by the oscillation of air molecules. Movement energy in water waves is transferred by the oscillation of water molecules. Amplitude is the measure of the energy carried by it. Frequency (f) is the number of complete wave cycles per second and is measured in Hertz (Hz). Wavelength (?) is the distance between two successive peaks or troughs and is measured in metres, m. Reflection Light waves travel in straight lines but reflecting them using mirrors can alter their direction. Reflection is the bouncing off of any type of wave from a surface. Reflection can be used to guide a laser past obstacles to a receiver. Shiny surfaces such as mirrors are smooth so reflect all light strongly as all the waves pass in one direction only. Rough surfaces look dull as they reflect light in many different directions causing it to scatter. This is called diffuse reflection. If light waves are reflected, the colour of the surface affects the colour of the reflected ray. Concave surfaces are used