DOES LIGHTNING STRIKES THE SAME PLACE TWICE?

DOES LIGHTNING STRIKES THE SAME PLACE TWICE?

Nowadays, we can hear death cases caused by lightning. Many argue as to what is the cause of lightning strike. But do we really understand how lightning is form? What triggers it to strike a place? Does lightning strikes the same place twice? And what are the following precautionary measures we need to do to avoid it?

Jove,(a.k.a. Jupiter) the Roman
king of gods. 

Many of us believe in the saying that lightning was sent by God as a punishment to the  wrongdoers. Some says St. Peter is just playing bowling and whenever he gets a perfect strike, lightning and thunder occurs. Others believe in the myth that Jove, the Roman king of gods, send his favorite bird and was said to carry his thunderbolt of wrath. But the truth is, none of the mentioned stories gives us the true and definite fact about lightning.

 lightning strikes the Statue
of Liberty in New York harbour

Lightning is a big charge of electricity that can reach from clouds to the ground or to other clouds. It can start fires and it is strong enough to hurt or kill people. It is usually triggered by a build-up of different charges within a cloud. When negative (-) charges fills the bottom of the cloud, it send out a "leader" which looks/seeks for a positive (+) charge. As it approaches an area which surely is positively charged, it streamer emerges, meeting the "leader", sealing the connection and generating a bolt of lightning followed by a thunderclap.

Lightning is said to be most common around the equatorial regions of the world such as Rwanda, Africa which was called "lightning capital of the world". This is due to its intense thunderstorm experiences during the months of February - May and September - December.

Empire State Building
of New York

Former Park Ranger
Roy "Dooms" Sullivan

One thing that bother us is that lightning seems to strike objects  more than any other. One valid example is the Empire State Building in US which is said to be the favorite spot of lightning. You want to know why? The explanation is simple. The taller an object is, the higher the possibility of lightning to strike on it. This is due to the said "leader" is searching for the nearest elevated ground. That is why any tall objects even people can be prone to lightning strike. In fact, a Guinness Book of World Records has recorded Former Park Ranger Roy "Dooms" Sullivan as the world's most lightning-struck person. It was said that from 1942 - 1983, Roy was struck by lightning seven (7) times already. 

lightning rod

In a thunderstorm, the safest place to be is inside a large building equipped with lightning rods. On 1749, the famous Benjamin Franklin made an experiment. He decided that he would mount a metal rod on the highest part of his roof. From the rod on the roof he ran a heavy wire to another metal rod that he had driven deep into the ground. He figured that if lightning were to strike his house it would most likely strike the highest point, the metal rod, and the wire would safely conduct the electricity into the ground through the metal stake. An he was right. The idea behind his invention is that metal could save lives and prevent casualties by being a conductor of energy. 

Lightning is a strong power to reckon with. Just because an object is hit once does not make it safe from being struck again. So be extra cautious to avoid being struck by lightning.

sources:

http://www.stevespanglerscience.com/experiment/lightning-science

http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/weather/weather.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lightning_rod

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Sullivan

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jupiter

CURRICULUM VITAE

THE CURRICULUM VITAE OF MY PROFESSOR, MR. CRISENCIO M. PANER

CRISENCIO M. PANER    

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EDUCATION

•  Ph.D. in Biological Science (candidate)

University of Santo Tomas, Graduate School

·  M.S. Microbiology

University of Santo Tomas

      Thesis: “Chemical Control of Fungi Infesting Easel Oil Paintings at

                   University of Santo Tomas Museum of Arts and Sciences”

     

      Published in: Prime Journal of Microbiology Research

                            http://primejournal.org/PJMR/abstract/2012/may/Paner.htm

                             http://primejournal.org/PJMR/cont/2012/may.htm

  

·  Italian Scholarship Grant

Restoration and Conservation of Artworks Attacked by Biological Agents

Istituto Centrale Per Il Restauro, Rome, Italy (January 1-June 30, 2004)

·  B.S. Biochemistry

University of Santo Tomas

·  Professional Teaching Certification Program (Major in Biological Science)

Caloocan City Polytechnic College

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 Book:

      Co-author in LET Reviewer in Biology, 2006-2010 eds. Published by MET Inc. ISBN # 97193249-6-1, sold in National Bookstores                                                                                                                                    

Articles:

·  Understanding Museum Pests: The Molds. CFAD Atelier Journal, University of  Santo Tomas, Vol. 2 No. 1, 2003-2004, pp. 80-83

·  On the Conservation of 20^th Century Color Photographs Attacked by Molds. CFAD Atelier Journal, UST., Vol. 2 No. 1, 2003-2004, pp. 106-113

· Witnessing the Glory of Italy in Its Art History and Ancient Spaces. CFAD Atelier Journal, UST, Vol. 3 No. 1, 2004-2005, pp. 55-72 

·   _______________. Panorama Magazine, November 13, 2005, pp. 12, 13, & 21.

· Deterioration of Paintings and Painting Components Caused by Microorganisms. CFAD Atelier Journal, UST., Vol. 3 No. 1, 2004-2005, pp. 91-94

·  Microbial Deterioration of Painting Materials. CFAD Atelier Journal, UST., Vol. 3 No. 1, 2004-2005, pp. 94-97.

· Conservation of Paintings Attacked by Molds. In College Freshman English Book II. Agalabia, U., Aranda, R., et. al., pp. 124-125, UST Publishing House, 2004

· Today’s Restoration Establishments.  CFAD Atelier Journal, UST., Vol. 4 & 5 No. 1, 2005-2006 & 2006-2007, pp. 95-99

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·      Indoor Air Quality of Beato Angelico Building of the University of Santo Tomas -Commissioned by UST (Nov. 2009-May 2010)

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WORK  EXPERIENCE

·   Instructor 5, CFAD, IPEA, Pharmacy, CTHM, University of Santo Tomas

SY 1995-Present

      Subjects taught: Organic Chemistry lab., Statistics, College Algebra, Algebra with Trigonometry, Business Math, Physics,

                                 Plane & Solid Geometry, Environmental Science, Biology

·  Part Time Instructor, Our Lady of Perpetual Help College, Manila

Subjects taught: Food Microbiology (Lecture and Laboratory)   

                                                                                                                 

·  Part Time Instructor, St. Paul’s College, Quezon City

Subjects taught: Lec. & Lab: General Microbiology, Biochemistry, Microtechnique

·  Part Time Instructor, Unciano Colleges and General Hospital, Inc., Manila

Subjects taught: Lec. & Lab: General Microbiology and Parasitology, Inorganic Chemistry,Comparative Anatomy, Botany, 

                                               Organic Chemistry, General Zoology, Biology, Biochemistry

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

·   Editor and Professional Consultant, MET Publishing House, Manila

·   Microbiologist, Silver Swan Manufacturing Inc.,Panghulo, Malabon

·   Biochemist, Watercare Philippines, Inc., Valenzuela City

·   Food Production Researcher(Mushroom Culture), TWH, Inc., Cainta Rizal

·   Review Director for LET, Center for Educational Excellence, Inc.

·   Project Consultant on “Biodeterioration of Artworks”, Paper Conservation Laboratory, Archives Dept., Arzobispado de Manila

Projects: Conservation of paintings by Fernando Amorsolo, Botong Francisco, Ben Cab, Cezar Legaspi, Simon Flores, Betsy Westerndorp

·   Licensure Exams For Teachers (LET) Reviewer at:

- Malabon City University,MET Review Center, UST-College of Education, Caloocan   Polytechnic College, Trinity College, & Center for Educational Excellence Inc.

AWARDS AND HONORS

·   Beato  Angelico Service Award

·   10^th Placer (85.60%), Licensure Examinations for Teachers (LET)

·   Full College Scholarship by Lourdes Reyes Foundation

·   Professional Civil Service Examinations, weighted ave: 86.49%

·   Valedictorian, High School

·   Salutatorian, Elementary

· Certificate of Appreciation as resource speaker on the topic “Visual Arts and Restorations”, Faculty-Student Art Forum, Beato Angelico Bldg.,UST.

·   Recognition Award for invaluable support and committed service to HARIBON UST as adviser from 2002-2004

·   Honored as 4^th Degree(highest degree) member of the Knights of Columbus

      Given by Philippine District IV-NCR

·   Loyalty and Faithful Award for 13 years of Service

      Knights of Columbus UST- Faculty Council 4321

·   Dedicated and Competent Service Award as LET Reviewer

      Malabon City University                                                                                                          

·   Champion, Pautakan Quiz Bee for Coaches, UST                                                                

·   Family of the Year Award

    Knights of Columbus UST Faculty Council 4321

·   UST Graduate School Thesis Writing Grant

      UST Graduate School Alumni Association

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      Pilot Project on Review Classes for Licensure Examinations for Teachers

      College of Education, UST                                                                       

·   Certificate of Appreciation as guest speaker on the topic “Products that Cause Cancer”, given by NEWAYS International (Phils.), Makati City

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·      Seminar on Test and Measurement Evaluation

·      Seminar on Principles/Philosophy of Education

·      Faculty Development Seminar

·      Traditional Filipino Art

·      Curriculum Development                                                                          

·      Rubrics Development Across Disciplines                                                  

·      Certificate on Adobe Photoshop

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·      UST-CFAD Planning and Development Seminar

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·      Workshop on Syllabus Construction                                                                                                 

·      Textbook and Learning Materials Development

·      Computer Literacy on Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, & MS Excel

·      Symposium on Waste Management

·      Ecological Symposium

·      Bringing Out the Best in Me and the Best in You

·      Integrating Media in Classroom Instruction( Design, Production, and Utilization of Media)

·      Principles and Methods of Humane Educators

·      Certificate on Basic Industrial Electronics

·      Certificate on Information Technology

·      Symposium on the Preservation of our Environment

·      Research Colloquia on Indoor Air and Water Quality in Relation to Building Design

·      Convention of Philippine Association of Academic Biochemists,              

·      16^th Annual Convention of Philippine Biochemical Society

·      Script Writing Workshop

·      Basic Business and Financial Management                                                                           

  

AFFILIATIONS

·   Member, CFAD- Adhoc Committee on Math Department

·   Member, CFAD-Committee on Environmental Advocacy

·   Member, CFAD-Adhoc Committee on Value Formation

·   Board of Director

    Philippine Association  for the Scientific Conservation of Cultural Properties   

·   Deputy Grand Knight, Knights of Columbus UST Faculty Council No. 4321

·   Auditor

   College of Fine Arts & Design Faculty Association

·   Adviser, HARIBON UST

·   Business Manager, NOH-SCC Alumni Association

·   Member, Outreach Program Committee

    College of Architecture and Fine Arts

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 ·      Thesis Editing/Research Assistance

·      Computer operation using MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Adobe Photoshop, Internet

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·      Website/Blog Construction/SEO/Internet Marketing

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·      Swimming

·      Playing Banduria

·      Singing

·      Riding ATV

THE SISTER PLANET

THE SISTER PLANET

Our beautiful planet Earth

Our planet, the Earth, is the third planet in our solar system. It is the only known planet that has life on it. It is man's settlement for over billion of years. But as we all known, Earth is not the only planet in our solar system and as we study science, we discover that our planet has a "twin" or "sister." 

Planet Venus in her true color.

Venus is the second planet in our solar system. It's name was derived from the Roman goddess of beauty and love. Scientists claims that Venus and Earth actually looks the same as if they are twins. Their same in size, in gravity and in bulk composition. It was said that it is the planet that "most resembles" the Earth. 

Venus being the closest planet to Earth has the capability to be visible here on Earth. It was said that it revolves around the Sun at approximately 1.6 in Earth's 365 days. Venus is in its largest when its between Earth and Sun. They call it the "new phase." When this occurs, Venus is visibly seen on Earth as the brightest star in the sky. But not only during the "new phase" can we see Venus on Earth. Recently, Venus was seen on Earth as a small black disk passing through or across the Sun. This phenomena is called the Transit of Venus.

The 2012 Transit of Venus

The Transit of Venus happens when the planet Venus' inferior conjunction coincides with its presences in Earth's orbit. This is not a usually phenomenon. A cycle of 243 years, separated by eight years and at an interval of over a century is needed for it to happen again. That is why on the 6th of June, 2012, the whole world waited patiently just to witness the once in a blue moon phenomenon transpire here on Earth. The Transit of Venus, 2012, was said to give the scientists a number of research opportunities about Venus and the whole Solar System together with its other celestial bodies. The next transit of Venus is said to transpire on the 11th of December on the year 2117. 

This phenomenon is really rare that is why it  must not be taken for granted because we must wait for another century for it to transpire again and we never know if we can still live our lives that long. 

the start of the Transit of Venus  (black small disk) across the Sun.

sources:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transit_of_Venus,_2012 

                 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transit_of_Venus 

                 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inferior_conjunction 

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Checked by Prof. Crisencio Paner 

Circle of Fire

Circle of Fire

May 21, 2012 - Manila time, the day of the most awaited phenomenon of the Annular Solar Eclipse. This phenomenon was being observed by the entire world since it is said to be a very rare event here on Earth.  Many took pictures of the said phenomenon as it transpires and of course amazement was seen in all of the faces of the witnesses as the eclipse began to form a circle of fire. It was said to be a breathtaking event which is why people who saw the eclipse feels so lucky for being able to witness as it transforms. 

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, thereby totally or partially obscuring the image of the Sun for a viewer on Earth. An annular solar eclipse can be observed when the Moon moves centrally in front of the Sun, but it is so far away from Earth that it appears smaller in the sky and cannot cover the Sun completely. The Sun's outer edges are then still visible and form a “ring of fire” around the Moon. As said, annular solar eclipse are like the total solar eclipse. They are very rare. They can only be observed during New Moon, when : 

• the Sun is near one of the nodes of the lunar orbit, so Earth, Sun and Moon form a straight line
• the Moon is at apogee
• and the observer is located in the path of the Moon's antumbra.

The reason why total solar eclipses do not happen every New Moon is that the lunar orbital plane - the imaginary flat surface whose outer rim is formed by the Moon's path around Earth - runs at an angle of approximately 5 degrees to the Earth's orbital plane around the Sun (ecliptic). The points where the two orbital planes meet are called lunar nodes. Only if the Sun appears near one of the two lunar nodes during New Moon so Earth, Moon and Sun form a straight line can a solar eclipse be observed from Earth.

The Moon's orbit around Earth is not round but forms an ellipse. This is why the distance from Earth to the Moon varies constantly. The Moon is at perigee when it is closest to Earth. The point of greatest distance is called apogee. Because of the varying distance, the Moon appears larger when it is at perigee. Although it is much smaller than the Sun, the Moon's apparent size then roughly matches the Sun's, as seen from Earth. For that reason, it can only cover all of the Sun's disk during a solar eclipse when it is at perigee. On the other hand, when the Moon is at apogee, its apparent size is so small that the Sun's outer edges are still visible and an annular solar eclipse can be observed. The Moon's shadow consists of three different areas: 

• Umbra, the innermost and darkest part  
• Penumbra, the lighter, outer part
• Antumbra, the area beyond the umbra that is only visible from Earth when the Moon is at apogee.  

To observe an annular solar eclipse, the observer must be located in the antumbra.

According to NASA, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the next awaited solar eclipse this year is a total solar eclipse which will transpire on the 13th of November, 2012, Tuesday. It is said to be visible on the Southern Hemisphere of the Earth. 

sources:http://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEmono/TSE2012/TSE2012.html
             http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_eclipse_of_May_20,_2012
             http://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/annular-solar-eclipse.html