Although no drugs act exclusively on the hypothalamus or a part of it, there is sufficient specificity to distinguish drugs which shift the hypothalamic balance to the sympathetic side from those which produce a parasympathetic dominance.

Although alkaloids act on a diversity of metabolic systems in humans and other animals, they almost uniformly invoke a bitter taste.

Although no sexual act was alleged to have resulted, the original charge included " sodomy.

Although polyphenols have antioxidant effects in vitro, they can act as pro-oxidants in others.

Although the very act of codification was a radical innovation, given the precedent-based design of the Roman legal system, the jurists were generally conservative, and constantly looked to past Roman practice and theory for guidance.

'" ( 7: 29 ) Although common people may falter in this area, none of the prophets of God or their successors ever committed any act of injustice.

Although he filmed no footage, he made crucial changes to the look of Dorothy by eliminating Judy Garland's blonde wig and adjusting her makeup and costume, encouraging her to act in a more natural manner that greatly contributed to the success of the final film.

Although not directly labeled, the flat bottom surfaces of the anvil and post embedded inside the epoxy act as anchors, to prevent the conductors from being forcefully pulled out from mechanical strain or vibration.

Although this difference is trivial in bulk chemistry calculations, it can result in complete failure in situations where the behavior of individual molecules matters, such as in mass spectrometry and particle physics ( where the mixture of isotopes does not act as an average ).

Although the canonical view of the neuron attributes dedicated functions to its various anatomical components, dendrites and axons often act in ways contrary to their so-called main function.

Although widely honored in later years, she also suffered for her act ; she was fired from her job as a seamstress in a local department store.

Although King stated that he had no personal interest in video games as a hobby, he criticized the proposed law, which he sees as an attempt by politicians to scapegoat pop culture, and to act as surrogate parents to others ' children, which he asserted is usually " disastrous " and " undemocratic ".

: Although the law applies to all Federal agencies, state and local government is also impacted by the act.

Although the midden provided the houses with a small degree of stability, its most important purpose was to act as a layer of insulation against Orkney's harsh winter climate.

Although Shula was relaxed and charming when dealing with the press, it was all an act ; Dolphins players described him as " neurotic " and " absolutely crazy.

Although Henry had specified a group of men to act as regents during Edward's minority, Edward Seymour, Edward's uncle, quickly seized complete control, and created himself Duke of Somerset on 15 February 1547.

Although the act of turning away the undead relies primarily on power of faith, a holy symbol is usually required as a focus for the divine power being invoked.

Although the resolutions passed by the General Assembly do not have the binding forces over the member nations ( apart from budgetary measures ), pursuant to its Uniting for Peace resolution of November 1950 ( resolution 377 ( V )), the Assembly may also take action if the Security Council fails to act, owing to the negative vote of a permanent member, in a case where there appears to be a threat to the peace, breach of the peace or act of aggression.

Brooks Atkinson for the New York Times wrote, " Although Miss Leigh and Mr. Olivier are handsome young people they hardly act their parts at all.

Although Verdi had accepted the need to remove the first act, it seems that he changed his mind and allowed a performance on 29 December 1886 in Modena which presented the “ Fontainebleau ’’ first act along with the revised 4-act version.

Although the economic Panic of 1893 had a number of causes, President Grover Cleveland believed the inflation caused by Sherman's act to be a major factor, and called a special session of Congress to repeal it.

Although rejecting the physical act of mastication, he nevertheless assumed the real presence of the body of Christ and therefore also a real self-impartation.

Although they were short on their telethon goal, the Muppets get the Muppet Theater and their trademark name back when Gonzo's head bowling act gives Tex Richman a head injury that ends with him laughing comically.

Although no official membership figures are published, the Columbia Encyclopedia gives an estimated figure of 50, 000 Christadelphians, who are spread across approximately 120 countries ; there are established churches ( or ecclesias, as they are often called ) in many of those countries, along with isolated members.

( Although fee-paying schools are in the minority, there has been much criticism over the state aid they receive with opponents claiming this gives them an unfair advantage.

Although many factors can be used to measure the success of the industry, the number of British films produced each year gives an overview of its development: the industry experienced a boom as it first developed in the 1910s ( see 1910s in film ), but during the 1920s ( see 1920s in film ) experienced a recession caused by US competition and commercial practices.

Although the Separatists supported civil government, the group refused to make a physical oath in its support, " for according to the Gospel not oath is allowed him who gives evidence of a righteous life as an upright man.

Although moderated somewhat under Ta ' if, the Constitution gives the President a strong and influential position.

Although the term phosphorescence is derived from phosphorus, the reaction that gives phosphorus its glow is properly called chemiluminescence ( glowing due to a cold chemical reaction ), not phosphorescence ( re-emitting light that previously fell onto a substance and excited it ).

Although the whole family Poeciliidae is known as " live bearers ", there are egg-scattering species with external fertilization in addition to the true live-bearing viviparous and ovoviviparous species, which have internal fertilization and the eggs hatch before being laid, so the female gives birth to live young.

Although no single Gospel gives an inclusive or definitive account of the resurrection of Jesus or his appearances, there are four points at which all four Gospels converge:

Although the name " theory of everything " suggests the determinism of Laplace's quotation, this gives a very misleading impression.

Although these piloti are in a similar plane to the larger columns below a false perspective when viewed from outside the house gives the impression that they are further into the house than they actually are.

Although Newton's theory has been superseded, most modern non-relativistic gravitational calculations are still made using Newton's theory because it is a much simpler theory to work with than general relativity, and gives sufficiently accurate results for most applications involving sufficiently small masses, speeds and energies.

Although not representing Byrd at his most profound, it achieved great popularity and is of incidental interest for the information which it gives on sixteenth-century English military calls.

Although the spots were formed of black pigment, the less dense pigmentation gives a hazy, grayish effect.

Although most early popes are called martyrs by sources such as the Liber Ponificalis, Telesphorus is the first to whom Ireneaus, writing considerably earlier, gives this title.

On the way, just outside the monastery of Mont Saint-Michel, the army become mired in quicksand and Harold saves two Norman soldiers .< sup >( scene 17 )</ sup > William's army chases Conan from Dol de Bretagne to Rennes, and Conan finally surrenders at Dinan .< sup >( scene 20 )</ sup > William gives Harold arms and armour ( possibly knighting him ) and Harold takes an oath on saintly relics .< sup >( scene 23 )</ sup > Although the writing on the tapestry explicitly states an oath is taken there is no clue as to what is being promised.

Although the Constitution of Norway nominally gives the King the final responsibility for making such a decision, in practice nearly all major governmental decisions are made by the Government ( the Council of State ) in his name.

Aristotle gives Parmenides serious consideration but concludes ; " Although these opinions seem to follow logically in a dialectical discussion, yet to believe them seems next door to madness when one considers the facts.

Although Susan climbs from the dangerously swaying ladder onto the skeleton and causes it to collapse, David finally gives up and admits he cannot do without her.

Although Condorito often gives her flowers, most of the time they come from her own garden.

Although, some historians argue that the Historia Brittonum gives good insight into the way 9th century Britons viewed themselves and their past.

Although this gives sharper slow motion replays it can look strange at normal speed because the eye expects to see motion blurring and does not.

Although the individual stories vary, any trouble encountered by the heroes is usually caused by Nogbad the Bad, who never gives up trying to claim Noggin's throne for himself.

Although the inductor gives the best performance, usually the resistor is chosen for cost reasons.