Physical Science

Imagine the day when humankind steps down on the surface of Mars, the day when humanity reaches out to expand its interests and colonize in new and unfamiliar reaches of the universe, forever changing the course of human history. As…
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To ensure proper measurement of large volumes in the laboratory, volumetric apparatus should be calibrated regularly.  Two of the most common apparatus calibrated are volumetric flasks and serological pipettes. This is a simple, manual procedure on how to calibrate volumetric…
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Are you looking for great astronomy equipment at a price that won’t break the bank? Luckily for you, there are several sources of discount new, used, and display-model astronomical gear. ON-LINE The best place to start your search is on-line….
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Most advanced astronomers already have star-gazing guides on their bookshelves. Furthermore, they know the sky like the back of their hand! So, what kinds of books make appropriate gifts for the advanced amateur astronomer? Here are some suggestions. “Video Astronomy,…
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Black holes vary in size. Some astrophysicists have theorized black holes may be as small as a mountain while others may be over twice the size of our own galactic core. It is theorized small, invisible’ black holes are orbiting…
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Io, moon of Jupiter, was discovered by Galileo Galilei on January 7, 1610 while he was inventing the telescope.  Io is fifth in distance from Jupiter and third largest of its moons.  It is one of the most volcanic bodies…
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Cruithne, also known as asteroid 3735, is a planet discovered the 10th of October 1986. Cruithne is 130,000,000,000,000kg. It is about two degrees Celsius on Cruithne. Cruithne takes about 364 days to revolve around the Sun. Cruithne is locked in…
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Do you have an avid astronomer in your life? If your spouse, sibling, parent, or dear friend loves star-gazing, (and you have the funds to pay for it), an astronomy-themed vacation is one gift they will never forget! City lights…
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Time travel , in my estimation as an amateur scientist is a mathematical fact. I feel not only is it a fact, but if we think about it, it’s very easy to understand. I have read much material on different…
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Science moves ahead, not at a steady rate, but by leaps and bounds. The surges forward are usually because of contributions of scientists with the ability to think differently than everyone else. So it was when Sir Isaac Newton first…
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