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Discoveries in Astronomy, 2002.
This paper looks at recent findings in astronomy.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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This undergraduate essay discusses several recent findings and discoveries in the world of astronomy in 2003. The author examines the discoveries of a new galaxy thirteen-billion light years away, the finding of an unsuspected neighboring star of earth's sun, and several other new developments.
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Aristotle's Astronomy, 2004.
An analysis of Aristotle's astronomy.
1,174 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper presents a brief overview of Aristotle?s life and accomplishments. The paper examines Aristotle's education under Plato. The paper states that Aristotle had studied in depth and written about almost every subject that was in existence at the time, including anatomy, astronomy, physics, geology, zoology, aesthetics, rhetoric, logic, ethics, metaphysics, psychology, and literature. This paper focuses on his works regarding astronomy.
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"Aristotle (384-322 BCE) is one of the three most famous ancient philosophers whose work have left an indelible mark on the Western Civilization. Aristotle was born in Macedonia where his father was a physician in the royal court. He went to study in Plato?s Academy at the age of 17 where he stayed for 20 years and was Plato?s most distinguished pupil. After Plato died in 347 BC, he moved to Assos, a city in Asia Minor, and married the ruler (Hermias)?s adopted daughter. After Hermias? was captured and killed by the Persians a few years later, Aristotle was invited by the King of Macedonia to his court. There, he became a tutor to the King?s son Alexander?who was later to earn fame in history as Alexander the Great. In 335 BC, when Alexander became king, Aristotle returned to Athens and established his own school, the Lyceum. It was during the 13 years at Lyceum that most of Aristotle?s works were written. When Alexander the Great died in 325 BC, anti-Macedonian feelings in Athens forced Aristotle to retreat to a family estate in Euboea, where he died the following year."
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Astrology And Astronomy, 2002.
A discussion of the effects of astrology and astronomy on today's society.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 62.95
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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.
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Astronomy from Ptolemy to Galileo, 2005.
This paper studies science, in particular astronomy, making use of the book "Science without Limits" by James Perlman.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper examines the history of science in terms of changes in astronomy from the time of Ptolemy to Galileo, based on the book "Science without Limits" by James Perlman. The writer notes how the ancients saw science as a form of philosophy, while by the time of Galileo, observation was being joined with experimentation to examine concepts and find the truth.
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"The history of astronomy shows the development of science as a discipline from the ancient world to the Renaissance, from the time of Ptolemy to the time of Galileo. Over that period, astronomy began to shift from a philosophy to a science. Science in the ancient world was not created out of whole cloth and was based on observations and the application of reason. Mathematics were also used to develop ideas about the universe. Mathematics is itself an application of reason, though aspects of mathematics have also been developed through observation and testing. By the time of Galileo, however, science was gaining a more experimental structure, and Galileo himself tested many ideas directly. His astronomy was also based on observations, but he was able to observe more directly and closely with the telescope. Perlman notes that "science in large part . . . is a matter of testing assumptions"."
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Tycho Brahe and 16th Century Astronomy, 2003.
Examines the influence of Tycho Brahe on astronomy during the Renaissance.
2,364 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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Throughout the course of scientific inquiry, many great men and women have influenced scientific thought. Although their theories don't always agree with one another, their observations are important as they lead to further examination and observations of the natural world. During the great period of history known as the Renaissance, new insights into the universe and stars that surrounded the Earth influenced man's thought as to his position in the World. One such great scientist, an astronomer by the name of Tycho Brahe examined and observed the motions of the planets and stars during the Sixteenth Century. His theories of the Earth's position correspond with those of the religious and scientific ideas of the Renaissance. By studying his life, this paper shows how his method of analysis was influenced by the paradigms of scientific thought during the Renaissance. In addition, this paper shows that Brahe's observations influenced many astronomers and their research at that time and penetrated deeper to influence future astronomers in addition to scientists in other fields.
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"In early 1571, Brahe returned to his birth-home where he was called due to his father's illness. After his father died on May 9, 1571, Tycho shared a large inheritance and lordship with his elder brother. He didn't stay long, however, and soon moved to Herrevad where his uncle Steen promised to install a small observatory for Tycho17. On November 11, 1572, in this small observatory, Tycho discovered a new star in Cassiopeia. He continued to observe gradual changes of magnitude of this star during its appearance which lasted sixteen months18. Changing the paradigms of astronomical thought during the Sixteenth century, Tycho proved that it was not a meteor, but instead a real star which was within a region of fixed stars at the end of space."
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Laetoli: Discoveries and Revelations, 2005.
A description of the Tanzanian site of Laetoli, the findings, and the scientific research caused by the discovery.
1,744 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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This paper describes the footprint and fossil discoveries from the Laetoli site. A comparison of findings from the Hadar site is mentioned. Past and current anthropological research from scientists Tim White, Don Johanson, Richard Leaky, Russell Tuttle, etc., is included
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"The Tanzanian site of Laetoli is a magnificent place located twenty-five miles southwest of Olduvai Gorge (Tattersall 147). Here, not only were ancient hominid remains unearthed, but human behavior was discovered recorded in the ancient sets of footprints that run across the site's grounds. These prints are currently the oldest hominid tracks known to mankind (149). Both the fossil remains and the 3.5 million year old tracks discovered at Laetoli have caused revelations in the archaeological record."
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Rise Of Muslim Science And Astronomy, 2002.
Traces the rise of Muslim scholarship from the 8th and 9th Centuries.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 11 sources, $ 135.95
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Traces the rise of Muslim scholarship from the 8th & 9th Centuries. Syntheses of existing astronomical traditions--Persian, Indian & Greek texts. Arab knowlededge of celestial world. Importance of Ptolemaic model for the planets. Establlishment of House of Wisdom in Baghdad. Islamic impact on development of astronomy & mathematics. Contribution of astrologers.
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"The rise of Muslim science began after the life of the
prophet Mohammed and the beginning of Islam in the seventh century. The eighth and ninth centuries involved the period of consolidation of the Muslim people, and the real rise of Muslim scholarship occurred in the ninth and tenth centuries (Al-Daffa', 1977). The Muslims integrated the astronomical traditions of the Indians, Persians, the ancient near east, and especially the Greeks into a synthesis which began to chart a new chapter in the history of astronomy from the eighth century onward (IAL). The unification of the tribes of Arabia into a powerful nation, including Persia, Asia Minor, Syria, Palestine, Egypt, the whole North Africa, Gibraltar, and Spain created a vast intellectual empire (Ead). However, the Greek legacy did not immediately dominate without a struggle with native ..."
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The Discoveries of Manhood, 2002.
A comparative analysis of the life experiences of Huckleberry Finn and Henry Fleming.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This presents a comparison to two fictional characters and what lessons they learn from their experiences. Huckleberry Finn of "The Adventures of Huckleberry" and Henry Fleming of "Red Badge of Courage" each discover nature through their experiences and each learns lessons along the way. While they run away they run right into life and learn from it.
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Astronomy and the Young Universe, 2002.
A discussion of the argument about the young universe and the mature universe.
3,480 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 98.95
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This paper discusses what the universe is made up of, its age, how stars are formed and what is the future of our solar system. It discusses the history of the exploration of the universe. The author explains how In this century large telescopes are set up, far away from city lights and traffic to gather the best data for studying the skies. A brief overview of the theories on the origin of the universe is also given. The author concludes that although new theories are constantly being proposed and science is constantly to answer the question ?Where did we come from?? , until now, no answer has satisfied everyone.
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"Man's fascination with the heavens is as old as recorded history itself. Astronomers from all civilizations?medieval to the present times?carefully observed the stars and their relative position in the night sky. Even in the medieval times, astronomers universally observed two features: that stars tended to drift westward with each passing night; and, despite this apparent movement, stars were always in a fixed position relative to each other. Anything that man could not explain, ending up fascinating him?as did the stars. It has been stated that when man loses his desire to explore the unknown, the human race will have sounded its own death knell."
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Astronomy, Stars and Extraterrestrial Life, 2007.
This paper explores life-supporting stars and the search for extraterrestrial life.
922 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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The paper explains that stars are set up to have planets circling around them and it is on those planets that scientists search to locate other life forms that may exist. The paper reveals that a growing body of scientists believe that there is/was life on Mars. The paper discusses how, with the advances in technology, it may not be long until we find a planet with living beings.
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Introduction
Stars
The Search For Life
Conclusion
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"Man has been working on science since the beginning of time. As the human race continues to evolve, technology become more advanced and the ability to answer questions accurately grows stronger. One of the questions that has continued to stump mankind since the beginning of time is whether or not there is life out there. Songs are written about it, movies depicting aliens abound and books convey the belief that there is life on other planets and in other solar systems, however, to date no scientific evidence has been found that can support that belief. The technological advances that have occurred in recent history have allowed man to provide a more structured research setting to answer the questions about life bearing planets and alien life."
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Astronomy, 2002.
A study of the origins of the universe, the planets and stars, and a look at the astronomer's tools of trade.
730 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper explores methods used by astronomers to measure the universe, the dual nature of light, origins of the universe and the solar system and types of stars. It also discusses planets and other celestial bodies.
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"Another way to measure the universe is using shadows. Some astronomers observe ?dark silhouettes cast by distant clusters of galaxies (Glanz,1999)? against the ?cosmic microwave background radiation (CMBR) (Glanz, 1999)? The glow from this radiation provides a back light that helps measure the size of the shadows. The CMBR was formed back when the cosmos were only 100,000 to 300,000 years old. Because of the CMBRs? age, ?everything in the visible universe lies in front (Glanz, 1999)? of it. When the radiation started out, it had hot temperatures due to the universe just being formed. However, as the universe expanded, the temperatures cooled. This gives astronomers additional information to aid them in their measurements."
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Self-Discovery in "Araby", 2005.
An examination of James Joyce's narrator and his voyage of self-discovery in his short story "Araby".
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This paper looks at how James Joyce's protagonist in "Araby" travels to the bazaar on a quest to obtain an exotic treasure for his lady love and how, like a mythic hero, he has overcome obstacles on his journey. At the end of his voyage, however, he finds no Holy Grail but only flowery knick-knacks. It examines the narrator's journey of self-discovery, focusing on the author's use of narration, diction, imagery, and language to establish a tone that conveys this discovery.
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"Joyce chose a first person narrator in this story. This choice is essential because it allows the reader to establish an immediate empathy for the protagonist as well as to overlook the foolishness of the boy's infatuation with his older neighbor. The narrator at first is a very innocent child: he reports matter-of-factly on the appearance of his street and the death of the priest who rented a room in his house. The speaker lists The Memoirs of Vidocq among the priest's few possessions, even claiming to like this book the best, but fails to see the irony in this choice of literature by a holy man."
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Gold Discovery at Sutter?s Mill, 2002.
An analysis of the effects of the gold discovery at Sutter?s mill on Californian society.
2,662 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 80.95
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This paper discusses the discovery of gold at Sutter's mill in 1848 and outlines the many changes it brought to the west. The paper details how the discovery of gold brought a socially libertarian society to California. The paper describes what the West was like before the gold rush, and examines the various changes which occurred thereafter. The writer provides opinions and views of various authors and historians on this topic.
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"Though the two attempted to keep the discovery of the gold a secret, the word eventually spread ? from east, to west, to all over the globe. California?s society would never be the same again. Prior to the discovery of gold at Sutter?s mill, in January of 1848, most Americans considered the west a faraway land. It was populated by few, and almost no one wanted to change that. Frontiersman, trappers, and religious refugees populated it. For the most part, only the extroverted, adventurous types went west."
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"The Discovery of Insulin", 2006.
A book report and positive review of Michael Bliss' book "The Discovery of Insulin".
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This paper positively reviews Michael Bliss' book about the medical discovery of insulin, stating that Bliss manages to relate the story of the discovery of insulin in an exciting, engaging way.
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"One might predict that a book detailing the history of a medical discovery might prove to be rather dull reading. However, The Discovery of Insulin by Michael Bliss demonstrates that this is certainly not necessarily the case. The story that Bliss relates has all the elements of an intriguing novel - fascinating characters, conflict, scandal, and inspirational outcomes. Yet, the book is a carefully researched document rather than a work of fiction. The human side of medical research is revealed, both in the activities and thoughts of the scientists involved in the discovery of insulin, and in the heartwarming stories of diabetes sufferers whose lives are saved by the discovery."
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Lear's Journey of Self-Discovery, 2006.
This paper analyzes William Shakespeare's "The Tragedy of King Lear" and describes how the title character is taken on a journey of self-discovery.
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This paper details the plot of Shakespeare's "The Tragedy of King Lear" and asserts that from the first scene it is clear that Lear lacks basic self-knowledge and that his ignorance of his own true nature is to blame for his many problems. This writer of this paper also focuses on Lear's journey of self-discovery and ponders whether his unhealthy imagination was the root cause of his eventual insanity.
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"Lear's new, clearer self-perception coincides with his growing madness. Just at the moment when freshly gained self-knowledge allows him greater empathy and knowledge of others, his mind, already perceived by others in the play to be failing, degenerates further. This leads to an odd vacillation between verity and delusion, or as Edgar later comments, "matter and impertinency mix'd, reason in madness." It is in this period that Lear makes some of his most stabbingly accurate self-assesments, and although here his imagination seems to go most awry, progress is actually made."
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