Uranus at opposition is just barely visible to the naked eye and was undoubtedly seen by the ancients. But it moves very slowly, about four degrees per year, so that its motion is not readily apparent. With no special reason to watch this particular dim star over the course of several months, none of the ancient records identify it as a planet.
Pulse (or the count of arterial pulse per minute) is equivalent to measuring the heart rate. The heart rate can also be measured by listening to the heart beat directly (auscultation), traditionally using a stethoscope and counting it for a minute. The radial pulse is commonly measured using three fingers.
To check your pulse at your wrist, place two fingers between the bone and the tendon over your radial artery â which is located on the thumb side of your wrist. When you feel your pulse, count the number of beats in 15 seconds. Multiply this number by 4 to calculate your beats a minute.Keep in mind that many factors can influence heart rate, including: 1  Activity level. 2  Fitness level. 3  Air temperature. 4  Body position (standing up or lying down, for example). 5  Emotions. 6  Body size.hen you feel your pulse, count the number of beats in 15 seconds. Multiply this number by 4 to calculate your beats a minute. Keep in mind that many factors can influence heart rate, including: 1  Activity level. 2  Fitness level. 3  Air temperature. 4  Body position (standing up or lying down, for example). 5  Emotions.