July 23, 2015 Physical Science
Are we alone in the universe? My natural inclination is to say no, because everything in this universe comes in multiples, whether it be galaxy clusters, galaxies, stars and planets. The only singular things found so far in the universe…
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July 23, 2015 Physical Science
There are far more moons in our solar system than we once thought and they are far more strange than the one we see orbiting our planet at night. Some planets, like our Earth have one, large moon. Others, like…
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July 23, 2015 Physical Science
I’m a scientist. I am also an individual with common sense. It would defy all logic if we were the single planet in the vast multiverse capable of sustaining life. We have discovered a few extraterrestrial species in our own…
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July 23, 2015 Physical Science
Sugar crystals are fun to grow and fun to eat. They can be used as a science experiment or even a fun activity to do with your kids. It is recommended that you do it with young children since there…
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July 23, 2015 Physical Science
All of my life, I heard people talk about days that will forever be burned into their memory. Days where everyone remembers exactly where they were and what they were doing. Well, 22 years ago today, I experienced the first…
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July 22, 2015 Physical Science
Growing crystal spikes is fast and easy. All you need are a few basic supplies that you probably already have. It makes a great project for a warm, dry spring or summer afternoon. The humidity should not be too high,…
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July 22, 2015 Physical Science
Meitnerium Symbol: Mt Atomic Number: 109 Atomic Mass: 266.0 amu atomic mass units Melting Point: Unknown Boiling Point: Unknown Number of Protons: 109 Number of Electrons: 109 Number of Neutrons: 157 Classification: Transition Metal Man made Crystal Structure: Unknown Density…
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July 22, 2015 Physical Science
Neptunium Symbol: Np Atomic Number: 93 Atomic Mass: 237 amu (atomic mass units) Melting Point: 640.0 C (913.15 K, 1184.0 F) Boiling Point: 3902.0 C (4175.15 K, 7055.6 F) Number of Protons: 93 Number of Electrons: 93 Number of Neutrons:…
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July 22, 2015 Physical Science
Ununpentium Symbol: Uup Atomic Number: 115 Atomic Mass: 288 amu (atomic mass units) Melting Point: Unknown Boiling Point: Unknown Number of Protons: 115 Number of Electrons: 115 Number of Neutrons: 173 Classification: Metallic Man made Crystal Structure: Unknown Density @…
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July 22, 2015 Physical Science
Nobelium Symbol: No Atomic Number: 102 Atomic Mass: 259.0 amu atomic mass units Melting Point: 827 C (1100 K, 1520 F) Boiling Point: Unknown Number of Protons: 102 Number of Electrons: 102 Number of Neutrons: 157 Classification: Rare Earth (Man…
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