Astronomy

  • Impact! Shoemaker Levy 9 Comet and Jupiter

    While we haven't had a good impact here on Earth in a good long while, they're fairly commonplace on the larger planets—especially the largest of them all, Jupiter. This article goes over the famous impact by comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 and discusses some of the discoveries made due to this impact.
    Published by allychevalier (14709 pts) on Sep 30, 2009 to
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  • Nothing But The Facts About The Constellation Gemini

    The third zodiacal constellation is Gemini, which represents strength and positivity. It is a masculine sign with a dual face, which is symbolized an image of twins. Let us explore some very important aspects about this constellation which is unique in its own ways.
    Published by Sushma (3188 pts) on Sep 29, 2009 to
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  • Nothing But The Facts - Christiaan Huygens

    Christiaan Huygens was a multi-disciplinary scientist and an inventor. He made significant contributions in mathematics, physics and astronomy. Huygens was the first to discover Titan and understand the nature of the rings of Saturn.
    Published by Huzefa Johar (130 pts) on Sep 27, 2009 to
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  • Nothing But Facts About The Constellation Sagittarius

    The Constellation Sagittarius is very commonly known as the teapot constellation because the arrangement of the stars look like a teapot to the modern observers. However, the mythological representation of this constellation is a centaur with bow and arrow! Read on for more facts!
    Published by Sushma (3188 pts) on Sep 27, 2009 to
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  • Galactic Collisions! Will the Andromeda and Milky Way Galaxies Collide?

    Have you ever thought about the future of the Earth. If it survives long enough it might fall victim to the possible collision between our galaxy and the Andromeda galaxy. Read on for more details.
    Published by rojarose (2454 pts) on Sep 24, 2009 to
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  • The Planetary Society: Goals and Key Contributions to Astronomy and Space Exploration

    The Planetary Society is the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to inspire and educate the public through its innovative research projects such as the Solar Sail, LIFE experiment as well as publications related to astronomy and space exploration.
    Published by Anurag Ghosh (18172 pts) on Sep 23, 2009 to
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  • Nothing But the Facts About Sir Isaac Newton

    Inspired by the ideas of modern thinkers and astronomers, Sir Isaac Newton discovered the law of gravitation and the three laws of motion. Modern science is indebted to Newton’s theories, methods and ideas. Here are some of the most interesting facts about Sir Isaac Newton.
    Published by Anurag Ghosh (18172 pts) on Sep 23, 2009 to
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  • Astrometry Techniques Used to Find Extrasolar Planets

    Finding planets around other stars may not be like finding a needle in a haystack, but it isn't much easier, either. Read on to find out how a new technique managed to finally succeed in finding a planet, and why it may be significant in the long term.
    Published by Sean Fears (5850 pts) on Sep 15, 2009 to
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  • What is: Actual Twilight, Civil Twilight, Nautical Twilight and Astronomical Twilight

    Did you know that there are 4 different types of twilight? And, that the length of twilight changes depending on your latitude and time of year, among other factors? If not, then read on as we shed some light on just what twilight is!
    Published by rojarose (2454 pts) on Sep 15, 2009 to
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  • Exploring Career Options in Astronomy

    Although astronomy is the oldest science, in many respects it is also the newest science, because each year brings new discoveries and new insights into our perspective of the universe. Thinking about a career in astronomy? Read on.
    Published by dianahardin (1241 pts) on Sep 14, 2009 to
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