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Manned Mars Missions, 2002.
A review of manned missions to Mars.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This six-page graduate-level paper examines and analyzes manned missions to Mars, and concludes that sending human crews to explore our neighboring planet would not be a wise choice at this time. There are better alternatives, such as establishing a commercial presence in near-earth orbit and the Moon, and exploring Mars with unmanned probes.
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SETI and the Drake Equation, 2002.
An insight into the Search for Extra-terrestrial Intelligence (SETI) in terms of the Drake equation.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This paper will look at the topic about the Search for Extra-terrestrial Intelligence (SETI) and will analyze it in terms of the famed Drake equation that has come to define this quest for life elsewhere in the cosmos. An attempt will also be made to put forward the writer's opinion about the dynamics of this equation.
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Maria Mitchell, 2002.
This paper serves as a biography of the life of Maria Mitchell, the first female astronomer.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This essay discusses the life of Maria Mitchell and examines how she became the first woman astronomer in the United States. The paper tells of where she grew up. The writer looks at how she climbed the ranks to achieve her goals. Further the writer discusses how she came into discovering her true passion of astronomy. By describing the events that made this courageous woman, the writer shows clearly how she set an example for her gender in the nineteenth century.
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Comets, 2002.
Discusses the composition and history of the study of comets.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 42.95
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This paper shall examine comets from a research perspective. It will present a very simplified explanation of the nature of the comet, as well as the role comets have played in human history.
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Planetary Vital Statistics, 2002.
An overview of the temperatures on Earth, Mars and Mercury, offered in table form.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 1 source, AU$ 64.95
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This paper provides three statistical tables that describe planetary temperatures of Earth, Mars, and Mercury. It includes a table that provides vital statistics for each of these three planets and as offers descriptions of the data provided. These descriptions elaborate on the data provided and discuss relations of planet temperature with location, proximity to the sun, rotation cycles and information about planetary axis.
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Edwin Hubble, 2002.
A biography of the life of the astronomer Edwin Hubble.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 53.95
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This paper is on Edwin Hubble's life and the important steps he made in the observation in astronomy. There is no doubt that Edwin Hubble played an important role in the learning process concerning the universe.
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Life on Mars, 2002.
Looks at the probability of the existence of life on Mars based on scientific evidence.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 53.95
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This paper examines the recent interest in life on Mars. Since the discovery of an asteroid of Martian origins with potentially organic fossils in it in the Antarctic in 1996, this theory has been revived. Scientists now cast doubt on this theory but five missions to Mars are still planned for 2003.
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Black Holes, 2002.
Examines the phenomenon of black holes in space.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 140.95
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Current theories indicate that there are three types of black holes and each is examined. Theories also may provide information on the creation of galaxies.
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Leonids Meteor Shower, 2002.
An overview of this meteoric phenonemen which occured in November 2001.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 31.95
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This paper examines the Leonids meteor shower. The Leonids meteor shower occurs every November and was particularly active in November 2001. This paper explains the origins and importance of the Leonids meteor shower.
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Planetary Atmospheres and Temperature Change, 2002.
Examines the impact that a planet's atmosphere has on its average temperature and temperature variations.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 31.95
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This paper identifies the aspects of a planet's atmosphere that influence its temperature. It also explains how these factors are linked to global climate change.
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Stonehenge, 2002.
Explores the historic Stonehenge within an ancient astronomy context.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 14 sources, AU$ 140.95
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This paper examines the historic megalith in England known as Stonehenge. It focuses on archaeoastronomy and the astronomical influences on the design of Stonehenge.
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Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights), 2002.
A brief discussion of the astronomical phenomenon of Aurora.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 9 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This paper examines the astronomical phenomenon of Aurora, more specifically the aurora borealis commonly known as northern lights. This essay examines the scientific understanding of their origins, the colors and images that result and concludes with consideration of the mythical and aesthetic links to the northern lights.
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Mars, 2002.
A look at the Canadian involvement in exploring Mars.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 53.95
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This paper examines recent developments in understanding of and research into Mars with the emphasis on the Canadian role. This includes excellent observation in the summer of 2003 and involvement in the Mars exploration program.
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Globular Star Clusters, 2002.
A look at open star clusters.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 53.95
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This paper examines open star clusters. Open star clusters offer insight into the distances to galaxies and the age of the universe. The most recent research suggests the universe is 13.7 billion years old.
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Comet Halley (1P or P/Halley), 2002.
An overview of the history of Comet Halley.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 42.95
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This paper examines Comet Halley. Comets have historically been associated with danger, catastrophe and astrology. However, from the discovery of their periodicity three centuries ago to the Giotto expedition that intercepted the last apparition of the Comet Halley (A1) in 1986 provide valuable astronomical data.
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"Sizing Up Black Holes", 2002.
A look at a report about the existence of black holes.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This paper examines Black Holes. It commences with theoretical speculation about the link between galaxy formation and black holes. Proving the existence of black holes through the discovery of event horizons is also examined.
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