The definition of physics is “the study of matter‚ energy‚ and the interaction between them” (Physics.org‚ 2016) Physicist working in the astronomy field are constantly making new and exciting discoveries to do with the universe. Discoveries in fields such as quantum physics‚ particle theory‚ cosmology‚ quantum mechanics and general relativity allow us to better our knowledge about the phenomena which has been observed for centuries and has pondered the minds of physicists such as Einstein‚ Feynman
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Ptolemy was termed a great man in his time as he could answer questions through the stars. He had a strong belief in science‚ mathematics‚ and astronomy as he believed they could answer any question you could possibly ask for. He told the people of Greece his findings on the stars and his theory. Some of his theories explained that the Earth is the center of the universe and he told of his lunar theory. He had numerous evidence to back up his theories so they seemed realistic. Ptolemy amazed the
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Helen Threet SCI/151 April 20‚ 2015 Telescopes in Astronomy Telescopes have proven to be one of the greatest inventions in the science of astronomy. This instrument‚ which makes far-away objects more visible has facilitated both learning about and understanding our universe. This paper will discuss the importance of telescopes‚ their three major designs‚ and the strengths and weaknesses of different locations for telescopes. In addition‚ this paper will discuss the frequencies of light and the
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Even to this day‚ ancient Greece’s complex culture has shaped modern day cultures. Some of the particular values they had highlighted among most others‚ counting religion‚ faith in their gods‚ justice‚ leadership‚ ‘moira’ (fate)‚ and honor‚ has shaped modern day society. To the Greeks‚ religion has the utmost influence. It pilots their lifestyle‚ describes natural procedures in the place of modern science‚ and sets their communal ranks. Even their observations of science are a quality to the
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got this from wiki but yolo am I right? Ancient Greece From Wikipedia‚ the free encyclopedia Page semi-protected The Parthenon‚ a temple dedicated to Athena‚ located on the Acropolis in Athens‚ is one of the most representative symbols of the culture and sophistication of the ancient Greeks. Part of a series on the History of Greece Part of a map of the Mediterranean Sea and adjacent regions by William Faden‚ March 1785 Greek Bronze Age[show] Ancient Greece[show] Medieval Greece[show] Modern Greece[show]
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GCSE Astronomy Controlled Assessment: B4 – Constellation Photography Design For my coursework I have chosen to attempt photography of three different constellations in the night sky. I will go out on three separate dates to take photos then select the best photographs to use for the analysis. I will then aim to identify colours and magnitudes of my photographed stars using comparisons with reference stars for which I have collected known magnitudes from official sources. Explanation of used
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Edwin Hubble (1889-1953) Edwin Hubble was born in Marshfield‚ Missouri in 1889‚ to an insurance executive. As a child Edwin loved reading science fiction novels. He received his first telescope at the age of 8‚ made by his grandfather. He moved to Chicago when he was ten years old. Hubble was a fine student as well as an athlete. He excelled in sports such as boxing and basketball. He was awarded a scholarship during high school and he paid his expenses by teaching and working during the summers
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Why is astronomy beneficial to society? Astronomy benefits society in many ways. Astronomy has helped the medical field greatly. For example‚ blood samples from leukaemia patients can be processed faster because of a collaboration between a drug company and the Cambridge Automatic Plate Measuring Facility. Radio astronomers came up with a way that is currently used as a non-invasive way to detect tumors and as a result there is an extremely accurate detection rate in breast cancer patients. Astronomy
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To what extent was Themistocles’ contribution the key factor in bringing about a Greek victory in the Persian Wars‚ 480-479 BC? To a very large extent Themistocles did play the key role in bringing about a Greek victory against the Persians in 480-479BC. His efforts in the pre-war years‚ his leadership and tactical skills at Artemisium and Salamis‚ and his persuasive arguments all combined to offer the Greeks hope of victory. However‚ Themistocles‚ alone‚ could not determine the fate of the war
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Question: Examine the Origin of the Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses In ancient Greece‚ mythology was a part of the Greek religion. Mythology was a tool used to explain various aspects of ancient life‚ such as‚ the environment in which humankind lived‚ the creation of the world‚ and the natural phenomena they witnessed. Myths in relation to Greek religion refers to the ancient Greek gods‚ explaining their origin and their lives. The accounts of Greek mythology were originally disseminated in
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