Biology Is Crucial Part Of Science
June 18, 2008
Biology is an intensely practical subject and both individual and group investigations are carried out, some being assessed for public examinations. The National Curriculum is broadly followed but with a pattern of progress which the department believes to be more logical, interesting and demanding. Biology is the fascinating study of life on Earth. Come along with us, as we become microscopic and journey inside a cell, discover new types of life forms, and play biology games. Biology is rich in... Read more »
Energy And Science On This Planet
June 18, 2008
Energy is central to achieving sustainable development goals. Some two billion people have no access to modern energy services. Energy makes everything happen and can be divided into two different types. Stored energy is called potential energy. ENERGY STAR is a voluntary labeling program designed to identify and promote energy efficient products and appliances. ENERGY STAR-labeled products save energy and money and protect the environment. Energy is in everything. We use energy to do everything... Read more »
The Theory of Everything Finally Revealed: Secret Relationship between Gravity and Electromagnetism
June 17, 2008
The theory of everything (TOE) is a theory that fully explains and links together all known physical phenomena. Nevertheless, this theory hasn’t been found yet. After Albert Einstein’s general theory of relativity was published in 1915, the search for the theory of everything combining gravity with electromagnetism began. Though Einstein thought it was possible to find such a theory, many physicists thought the task was impossible. The “doubting Thomases” continue to this... Read more »
Constellations The Astronomers Navigation Tool
June 16, 2008
Since the dawn of time, when man first looked up in the heavens, he painted the sky with pictures. The points of light from stars made patterns which looked like certain objects. Today these constellations are still in use, though some have been left out, and are necessary to navigate the heavens with a telescope. Astronomy is an interesting topic. Even though today we have telescopes to look at objects in the sky with greater magnitude than with the naked eye, we still need a way of navigating the... Read more »
The Turbidity Meter; The Most Useful Of Scientific Gadgets
June 14, 2008
Turbidity is defined as the amount of cloudiness in a particular water sample; the cloudiness is caused by the sediment in the sample. Turbidity is related to the amount of light that can pass through the water. It is normally measured using a meter although there are other ways to ascertain the turbidity levels of a sample. The particles measured by a turbidity meter are those that are so small that they will not settle to the bottom if agitated. Subsequently the water can appear turbid. The water... Read more »
What Is Astronomy? - Astronomy 101
June 12, 2008
Since the dawn of time, men and women have looked up into the sky, looking for answers. Why are we here? Where are we? And what are those shinning lights in the night sky? Astronomy thus began, and it is the study of that beauty that we call the heavens. Astronomy today is simply not looking up at the stars, finding new stars, and analyzing catalogued stars, it encompasses many different areas. For example some define astronomy as the study of the motions and natures of celestial bodies, while others... Read more »
Can Binoculars Be Used As Astronomy Binoculars?
June 12, 2008
When we think of astronomy, the first thought that comes to mind is a telescope, and preferably a big telescope! The question of whether binoculars can be used for astronomy never crosses our minds. In this article, we will take a look at what binoculars can do for astronomy. Many people don’t own a telescope; however a lot more people own binoculars. It never crosses many people’s minds that they can point the binoculars up at the Moon or other objects in space and take a look at the... Read more »
Age Old Questions In Astronomy Answered
June 11, 2008
As you read every word of this short astronomy article, you will discover the answers to some of the most pressing questions in astronomy. How did the seas form? Where did life come from? And how was the Moon born, so close to Earth? For many years I searched the answers to these amazing questions. How did the seas form? Where did life come from? And how was the Moon born, so close to Earth? I found answers, and it seems as though many astronomers agree with these answers. As all things in science,... Read more »
The Science Education Belief In America
June 8, 2008
Political leaders, tech executives, and academics often claim that the U.S. is falling behind in math and science education. They cite poor test results, declining international rankings, and decreasing enrollment in the hard sciences. They urge us to improve our education system and to graduate more engineers and scientists to keep pace with countries such as India and China. Yet a new report by the Urban Institute, a nonpartisan think tank, tells a different story. The report disproves many confident... Read more »
Buying Telescopes? - Do You Really Know How To Navigate The Heavens?
June 7, 2008
You could buy the best telescope in the world, but it doesn’t mean that you will be able to get the best out of that telescope. What is the best way to start in astronomy, and know before buying a telescope? Join me as we look at what you can do to get a right start in astronomy. Telescopes are scientific instruments. Though you maybe able to buy a telescope for under $100 in a toy store, it is still a scientific instrument. Most people new to astronomy want to buy a telescope, and 2 routes... Read more »
