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What is Explanation?

Explanation as a mode of academic writing appears across virtually every discipline, from biology and economics to history, theology, and technology. Rather than arguing a position or narrating events, explanatory writing prioritizes clarity — breaking down complex systems, processes, or phenomena so that a reader can genuinely understand them. This makes it a foundational skill in English composition courses, where students learn to present information in structured, accessible ways regardless of subject matter.

The papers collected here reflect the broad range of contexts in which explanation is required. Some take a scientific or technical approach, such as examining how LASIK surgery works or identifying the symptoms caused by exposure to mercury and arsenic. Others explain organizational structures, business strategies, or economic paradoxes like the diamond-water problem studied in microeconomics. Still others address social, legal, or cultural subjects — from reciprocity within the Iroquois Confederacy to the traditions of the Catholic faith — demonstrating that explanation adapts to whatever situation or subject demands it.

A strong explanatory essay begins with a clear sense of scope: identify precisely what needs to be understood and why it matters to the reader. Evidence carries weight when it is specific and well-sourced — definitions, data, examples, and step-by-step reasoning all serve the goal of genuine understanding. The most common pitfall is confusing explanation with argument; an explanatory thesis states what something is or how it works, not what the writer believes about it. Keeping that distinction sharp ensures the writing stays focused on illuminating rather than persuading.

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The origins of HIV and connections to simian immunodeficiency viruses

This paper examines the origin story of HIV, the cause of AIDS. It looks at when AIDS was first identified in the US and then around the world. How the virus which causes it was identified and traced back to Africa, and how HIV shares very similar traits to SIV, simian immuno-deficiency virus found in African monkeys.

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Reasons patients leave emergency department and impact on care quality

1c) Evidence of Accomplishments: A multi-page literature review is a written text that serves as evidence of completion of the literature review. This will outline the work reviewed, where it was published, who wrote…

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Windows 7 Ultimate features for growing business networks

The project discusses the powerful networking advantages that Mr. Green would enjoy from choosing the Window 7 Ultimate. Apart from enhancing effective and efficient network systems, the Window 7 Ultimate delivers effective security platform that could be used to protect files within the system. Moreover, the Window 7 Ultimate contains higher capacity reaching 192 GB that could be used to store large volume of data.

Adapting communication strategies for military and professional contexts

Participation in this course has provided for a vocabulary expansion and greater capabilities in the use of digital communications technology, and through practice a greater understanding of what is necessary to…

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Land redistribution and African-American equality during Reconstruction

The Reconstruction Era after the Civil War is one of the most divisive periods in American history. Healing the wounds between the victorious North and the conquered South caused rifts from the smallest farm all the way…

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Effects of soil treatments on Bradyrhizobium japonicum nodulation in soybeans

The microorganism, Bradyrhizobiumjaponicum, displays a symbiotic relationship with soybean plants. There are different factors that may affect the relationship of this microorganism with plant biomass. These factors may be pH, temperature, the nutrition status and density of soil. The aim of this study was to determine the effects of different soil treatments, in different soil types, on nodule formation and the dry weight of the plant. For this purpose, soil samples were collected from three locations, namely, at a forest, near a stream and potted soil. Each sample was then analyzed with a hydrometer and classified to a soil type. The forest soil was of clay loam type, the pot soil was loam soil and the stream sample was loamy sand. The samples were subjected to different treatments, such as sterilization and inoculation. The dry weight and number of nodules on each soil type was measured. Results showed that the greatest number of nodules were in plants that were grown in soil samples grown from the stream and least for samples collected from the forest. However, no direct relationship was observed between the number of nodules and dry weight of plants. Moreover, according to observations, the most important factor in determining nodule formation and dry weight of plants was inoculation. These results provide a significant insight to certain factors that may enhance nodule formation and crop yield.

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Schema development and maladaptive patterns in a client case study

Provide a brief statement that clearly defines the term: Schema; and, an explanation of how they are developed.

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Adapting to change: overcoming fear in music production pursuits

Cheese can come in many shapes and forms--metaphorically it is used within this assignment to represent one's goals as an active agent of change. However, there are certain behavioral norms that one should utilize to properly induce change. Those norms are discussed within the document, as well as specific instances in which change needs to be applied.

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Origins and key differences between Shi'a and Sunni Islam

The early origins and history of Islam as a religious organization is unified under the teachings and leadership of Muhammad, who was considered the Prophet of Allah, the God of the Muslims.

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Martial arts, morality, and philosophy in Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon

The film, documentaries and the last docudrama are exceptional production pieces by notable directors and producers. Crouching tiger-hidden dragon defies the usual mantra of strength only attributed to men. Jen effectively acts as person having higher morals. The martial arts performance was exceptional, an unusual feature in Hollywood. Islam, the empire of faith is another documentary made on the rise of Islamic empire and the life of Prophet Mohammad having a great impact on establishment of religion. ‘Gandhi' also remains an unquestioned production classic that eloquently portrays Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the unquestioned leader of India. The film sheds light on Hinduism as a religion and its faith and dogmas. Lastly, Kundan is a docudrama based on life of Dalai Lama. ‘Kundan' might not have justified the stature of Buddhism in history of mankind but the piece of production remains an earnest effort on part of Martin Scorcese to present valuable production on Buddhist religion.

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