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Nothing But the Facts About Cosmology
Cosmology is the study of origin, current state and future of the universe as a whole. From the Big Bang to the Hubble's Law, know the important facts about cosmology in this article. Images This illustration( to the right ) shows abstracted "slices"...

Published by informationishere (1,303 pts ) on Oct 22, 2009 to
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The Moon or Mars? That is the question.
Since we are not yet able to go to "Infinity and beyond!" (credits to Buzz Lightyear!) we have to settle with our neighborhood to explore for now. So, the question is: Should we abandon NASA's goal of going to the Moon first and head directly...

Published by RC Davison (3,079 pts ) on Oct 18, 2009 to
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The Gran Telescopio
The largest single-aperture optical telescope telescope designed to study black holes and early big bang cosmology. Built with funds from Spain, Mexico, and the University of Florida, it is situated in the Canary Islands. The Gran Telescopio Canarias...

Published by George Garza (1,900 pts ) on Oct 14, 2009 to
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Nothing But the Facts About Carolyn Porco
Dr. Carolyn Porco is an imaging scientist famous for working on the Voyager and Cassini missions to Uranus, Neptune and Saturn. She is also in charge of the upcoming New Horizons imaging mission to Pluto and Kuiper Belt. Dr. Carolyn Porco is one of the...

Published by Jason C. Chavis (4,350 pts ) on Oct 14, 2009 to
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Nothing But The Facts - Clyde Tombaugh
Though famous astronomer, Clyde Tombaugh, discovered the planet Pluto while still in his early 20's his career did not fizzle out at an early age. Read on to learn the facts about Clyde Tombaugh and how this simple farm boy went on to have such an...

Published by Dorothy B (1,098 pts ) on Oct 12, 2009 to
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The Folklore and Reality Behind the Next Planetary Alignment
News of the next planet alignment seems to occur every few years. Each event comes with a slew of apocalyptic warnings from doomsayers, selling the pseudo-science of planetary alignments. Before the supposed 2012 planetary alignment, learn the truth behind...

Published by Dorothy B (1,098 pts ) on Oct 8, 2009 to
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How to Become an Astronaut
This article will tell you what it takes to become an astronaut, what all is involved, like training, experience, education and other factors that are required of you in order to fly in space. Basic Qualifications You must apply to NASA in order to become...

Published by mandasparkle (399 pts ) on Oct 7, 2009 to
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Exploring the Many Causes of Space Weather and its Effects on Earth
The concept of space weather might seem strange, but it appears less so once you realize this kind of weather doesn't involve rain, snow, heat, cold or other atmospheric conditions. Is the Sun to Blame for Changes in Space Weather? The Sun is...

Published by ebishirl (1,545 pts ) on Oct 7, 2009 to
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Just What Is That Bright Star In The Night Sky?
You're out one evening and a bright object in the sky catches your attention. What is it? A planet, a star, a satellite, maybe a comet or shooting star, or maybe it's a UFO? It could be any of these and more but read on before you phone...

Published by RC Davison (3,079 pts ) on Oct 7, 2009 to
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Orbital Mechanics and Interplanetary Trajectories
Navigating in space is not the same as moving about on Earth. You are dealing with the interaction of two bodies--the Earth and the spacecraft. That brings into play laws developed by Kepler and Newton that dictate how a spacecraft can move in orbit....

Published by George Adcock (3,791 pts ) on Oct 5, 2009 to
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