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Can You Match These Words to the Right Branch of Science?
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Being good at science takes a special kind of person. There are so many formulas to remember. If you're more creative, science in practice might be very difficult. However, most people have at least a basic knowledge of science. Think you can get these questions right? Take this quiz to find out!
How did ancient civilizations use sundials to tell time?
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Ancient sundials first popped up in Egypt around 1500 B.C. Learn how these sundials came about and what they were used for all those centuries ago.
How Astrolabes Work
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Astrolabes are exquisitely crafted instruments that have hundreds of uses. Isn't it time you learned how to use this handy decoder of the sky?
How Many Dimensions Are There?
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A dimension is how we explain the ability to move through space. Are there more to dimensions than just spatial movement? Learn about dimensions.
Aldebaran: The Brightest Star in the Constellation Taurus
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Aldebaran is not just the brightest star in the constellation Taurus, it's also the 14th brightest star in the sky.
What and where is the dark side of the moon?
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Dark side of the moon is term that is used freely in pop culture. But what is the dark side of the moon? Learn more.
What is relativity?
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Relativity is the famous theory that was created by Albert Einstein. Learn about relativity in this article from HowStuffWorks.
How Well Do You Know Basic Facts About the Moon?
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Do you love astronomy? Are you often staring at the moon wondering when man will walk on it again? Find out how well you know the moon and the space programs that explore it with this quiz!
Orion Nebula Is Scene of Epic Star Battle
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In this stellar nursery, firstborn stars are ruthless.
Is Ophiuchus the 13th Zodiac Sign?
Thousands of years ago, the Babylonians created the zodiac and dropped a constellation when it didn't quite fit into their schematic. Its name? Ophiuchus. Should it be part of our horoscope?