Abstract: Processes for converting a hydrocarbon reactant into an alcohol compound and/or a carbonyl compound are disclosed in which the hydrocarbon reactant and a supported transition metal catalyst—containing molybdenum, tungsten, or vanadium—are irradiated with a light beam at a wavelength in the UV-visible spectrum, optionally in an oxidizing atmosphere, to form a reduced transition metal catalyst, followed by hydrolyzing the reduced transition metal catalyst to form a reaction product containing the alcohol compound and/or the carbonyl compound.

Abstract: A pediatric table-chair which allows for multiple positioning of a body support platform when in its functional position or for folding when not in use. The table has a body support platform which has an upper end pivotally connected to two rigid supporting members and has the lower end pivotally connected to a telescopically variable support. The other ends of the two rigid supporting members and the telescopically variable support are pivotally connected to a center support of a sectional base. The base is supported by wheels which allow mobility of the device. Also pivotally attached to the base is a folding handle. There are two horizontal braces, one end of each which is pivotally connected to the folding handle, the other end of each which is pivotally connected to a respective rigid supporting member. The brace also provides a support for a rear utility tray when the device is in the functional position.