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A collection of chapters from the previous five volumes in the Rational Science series. We discuss the difference between objects and concepts, hypothesis and theory, and science and technology. We learn about light, time, and mass, the Big Bang Theory, black holes, and Mach’s principle. We find out about dinosaurs and why they were so big. We look at a couple hypotheses on planetary and solar system formation. From atom to sun, we learn to think about reality in new ways.

The Scientific Revolution of the 17th century has often been called a decisive turning point in human history. It represents, for good or ill, the birth of modern science and modern ways of viewing the world. In What Galileo Saw, Lawrence Lipking offers a new perspective on how to understand what happened then, arguing that artistic imagination and creativity as much as rational thought played a critical role in creating new visions of science and in shaping stories about eye-opening discoveries.

A meteorite is a mass of stone or metal which has reached the earth's surface from outer space. There are various names for a meteorite depending on where it is situated. While it is traveling in space, it is referred to as a "meteoroid". When it passes through the earth's atmosphere and produces a fiery streak in the sky, known as a "shooting star", it is called a "meteor".

In the mid-1990s, astronomers made history when they detected three planets orbiting stars in the Milky Way. The planets were nothing like Earth, however: They were giant gas balls like Jupiter or Saturn. More than 500 planets have been found since then, yet none of them could support life. Now, armed with more powerful technology, planet hunters are racing to find a true twin of Earth. Science writer Michael Lemonick has unique access to these exoplaneteers, as they call themselves, and Mirror Earth unveils their passionate quest.

Although space is a virtual vacuum, this does not mean there is no sound. Sound exists as electromagnetic vibrations. The specially designed instruments aboard the space probes were designed to pick up and record electromagnetic vibrations. This information, when sent back to Earth and decoded, can be heard as intriguing and beautiful sounds from space. The real music of the spheres.

One of the most elusive and controversial figures in NASA's history, George W. S. Abbey was called "the Dark Lord", "the Godfather", and "UNO" (unidentified NASA official) by those within NASA. Yet Abbey had more influence on human spaceflight than almost anyone in history. From young pilot and wannabe astronaut to engineer, bureaucrat, and finally director of the Johnson Space Center, Abbey's story has never been fully told - until now. The Astronaut Maker takes listeners inside NASA to learn the real story of how Abbey rose to power and wielded it out of the spotlight.

In Search of a Theory of Everything takes listeners on an adventurous journey through space and time on a quest for a unified "theory of everything" by means of a rare and agile interplay between the natural philosophies of influential ancient Greek thinkers and the laws of modern physics.

When you look up at the night sky you’ll see millions of stars spread out through Milky Way galaxy, but how much do we know about them? Explore zodiac constellations, deep space, galactic mysteries, and become a master of the stars with this bite-sized audio collection from Seeker.

The cycle of day and night and the cycle of seasons are two familiar natural cycles around which many human activities are organized. But is there a third natural cycle of importance for us humans? Nature's Third Cycle discusses the fascinating science behind the sunspot cycle, and gives an insider's perspective of this cutting-edge scientific research from one of the leaders of the field.

Depuis le début du XX? siècle, les révolutions de la physique fondamentale ont bouleversé notre relation à l'univers. Jean-Philippe Uzan nous embarque dans un voyage cosmique fascinant et nous raconte tout ce que l'on sait aujourd'hui sur la Terre, la Lune, le Soleil, les étoiles, mais aussi l'origine de la vie et les galaxies.

It was not easy being a woman of ambition in early 20th-century England, much less one who wished to be a scientist. Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin overcame prodigious obstacles to become a woman of many firsts: the first to receive a PhD in astronomy from Radcliffe College, the first promoted to full professor at Harvard, the first to head a department there. And, in what has been called "the most brilliant PhD thesis ever written in astronomy", she was the first to describe what stars are made of.

This is a fascinating introduction to the history of Western astronomy, from prehistoric times to the origins of astrophysics in the mid-19th century. Historical records are first found in Babylon and Egypt, and after two millennia the arithmetical astronomy of the Babylonians merged with the Greek geometrical approach to culminate in the Almagest of Ptolemy. This legacy was transmitted to the Latin West via Islam and led to Copernicus's claim that the Earth is in motion.

Earth, from space, looks like a shimmering gem suspended in an inky, infinite expanse. But this serene image masks the magnificent and volatile interior forces that make life possible for millions of species on the surface. The placid appearances of our neighboring planets similarly belie their powers—and science fiction-worthy features, like diamond rain.

Stellar Insights: Solar Flares and Beyond" takes you on an exciting journey through the universe, exploring the powerful phenomena that shape our cosmos and their effects on Earth. From solar flares and solar cycles to interstellar events, this podcast delves into the science behind these cosmic forces, offering fascinating insights into how they influence space weather, our planet, and everything in between. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the sun, stars, and the vast expanse of space, uncovering how these celestial events impact life on Earth and the future of our planet.

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Vashikaran specialist Tantrik Baba Ji AMIT There are various problems with which we have to go through. We daily have various kind of the problems that makes us frustrated but life is not easy and those problems make us a good human being. Whatever the problems those arise in our life is just because of the planetary movements. Our lives and the various other things are dependent on the planets, stars and various other celestial bodies and their movements really affect our lives. If those planets are not at their right house then there are more chances that a person has to face problems and ...

Vashikaran specialist Tantrik Baba Ji AMIT There are various problems with which we have to go through. We daily have various kind of the problems that makes us frustrated but life is not easy and those problems make us a good human being. Whatever the problems those arise in our life is just because of the planetary movements. Our lives and the various other things are dependent on the planets, stars and various other celestial bodies and their movements really affect our lives. If those planets are not at their right house then there are more chances that a person has to face problems and ...

Vashikaran specialist Tantrik Baba Ji AMIT There are various problems with which we have to go through. We daily have various kind of the problems that makes us frustrated but life is not easy and those problems make us a good human being. Whatever the problems those arise in our life is just because of the planetary movements. Our lives and the various other things are dependent on the planets, stars and various other celestial bodies and their movements really affect our lives. If those planets are not at their right house then there are more chances that a person has to face problems and ...

Vashikaran specialist Tantrik Baba Ji AMIT There are various problems with which we have to go through. We daily have various kind of the problems that makes us frustrated but life is not easy and those problems make us a good human being. Whatever the problems those arise in our life is just because of the planetary movements. Our lives and the various other things are dependent on the planets, stars and various other celestial bodies and their movements really affect our lives. If those planets are not at their right house then there are more chances that a person has to face problems and ...

Vashikaran specialist Tantrik Baba Ji AMIT There are various problems with which we have to go through. We daily have various kind of the problems that makes us frustrated but life is not easy and those problems make us a good human being. Whatever the problems those arise in our life is just because of the planetary movements. Our lives and the various other things are dependent on the planets, stars and various other celestial bodies and their movements really affect our lives. If those planets are not at their right house then there are more chances that a person has to face problems and ...