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Essays On Astronomy
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A Star is Born
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An 8 page paper detailing the birth of a star. A star, like the sun, is a compiled mass of gases. In the examination of the birth of a star we first discuss the formation in a simple description. This is followed by a plausible theory for the formation of our solar system, which gives a very good look at the involvement of stars, as well as the formation and creation of one. It has often been said that we are all made up of the stars when it comes right down to basics, that is if one believes in the big bang theory. This is also discussed briefly along with a current illustration and description of red stars, which helps to illustrate what stars are and how they can often differ from one another. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Starborn.wps
Essay Title: A Star is Born
Active Volcanoes On The Planet Venus
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A 2 page paper on findings from the early 1990's which show a number of geologic activities on the Earth's "twin" planet Venus,-- including live volcanoes and dramatic faulting. It is concluded that while the "case" of active volcanoes on Venus has not yet been entirely settled, there is indeed plenty of room for future research. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Venusact.wps
Essay Title: Active Volcanoes On The Planet Venus
Argument / The Roswell New Mexico UFO Crash Was A Government Cover-up
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A 5 page examination of the Roswell incident which involved government investigation of what is presumed to be a UFO crash. The writer examines the eye-witness testimony, reports about government documents, and press releases. It is argued and concluded that this crash was indeed a bonafide UFO and that fact has been intentionally suppressed by our government. Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: Roswell.wps
Essay Title: Argument / The Roswell New Mexico UFO Crash Was A Government Cover-up
Asteroid Research and the NEAR Project
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This 5 page report discusses asteroid research and the end of the NEAR (Near Earth Asteroid Rendezvous) project. Any space mission, with its enormous outlay of financial resources, requires that there be some type of meaningful objective aside from adding to the collective knowledge of humanity about space and the origins and development of the solar system. This report promotes mining the asteroids as the most valuable possibility for Earth ventures. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWastero.wps
Essay Title: Asteroid Research and the NEAR Project
Astrology & Astronomy
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A 7 page historical survey of the bond of Astrology and Astronomy and how as the result of the scientific method that bond was broken. And how both are still influencing us today. Lists four sources in bibliography.
Filename: Astroast.rtf
Essay Title: Astrology & Astronomy
Astronaut Sally Ride -- First American Woman In Space
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A 5 page overview of the life & contributions of astronaut Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. Ride's work in the field, space missions and scientific research are discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Sallyrid.wps
Essay Title: Astronaut Sally Ride -- First American Woman In Space
Carl Sagan's 'The Demon-Haunted World -- Science As A Candle In The Dark'
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A 5 page paper in which the writer provides an overview of Sagan's book. Demon-Haunted World challenges many of theories formed from developments in science and technology regarding space travel and the presence of life from other worlds. The paper contends that Sagan's challenging of current scientific myths supports his theory that increases in science and technology have developed into a social focus. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Carls.wps
Essay Title: Carl Sagan's 'The Demon-Haunted World -- Science As A Candle In The Dark'