Phase, in thermodynamics, chemically and physically uniform or homogeneous quantity of matter that can be separated mechanically from a non-homogeneous mixture and that may consist of a single substance or a mixture of substances
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I think the first quote best develops the central idea that African Americans have been intentionally block from voting in election.
"Every device of which human ingenuity is capable, has been used to deny this right."
Meaning that every device humans have have been used to deny the right to vote in elections.
I hate principles. their process of being picked sucks. they require to much education. the role they play on children is good though.
He wants to respect Olivia's needs for an extended period of time to grieve her brothers death