In this article, published February 9th Eric Niller writes about the impact science has on things most wouldn't even think of, like chemicals on skis. A Norwegian ski team, Norway being a nation renowned for their skiing abilities, got 9th in the 4x10km relay. The largest claim as to why this happened was the salt applied to the bottom of the skier's skis
did not work well with the new salt applied to the course. The tone used throughout this article is very analytical, showing the science that goes in to even the little things that most people do not think about, showing the reader they clearly have done their research in the area of ski science and the winter Olympics. In this article the author appeals to ethos throughout the article, citing exactly what teams use what and what certain skiers prefer "For longer races, Morehouse begins with a standard paraffin base wax that is melted and then brushed into the pores of the ski base." this also appeals to logos he lists the chemicals that go into the making of the wax "Then comes layers of fluorocarbon powder and liquid waxes that often contain nasty solvent-based additives such as benzene, toluene, and xylene." The purpose of this article is to inform readers about the different things that go into Olympic tier sports, and that even the best athletes may have their time skewed by things a normal athlete wouldn't have access to. He accomplishes this easily, leaving the reader the satisfaction of feeling more knowledgeable even if they don't quite understand all the technical aspects.
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