Essays and Research Papers on Astronomy

This 7 page paper reviews the vast amount of information scientists currently have about life on Mars and speculates on what else might be discovered. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page research paper exploring aspects of Saturn's Rings. Topics include hypotheses of composition of the rings, leakage from the rings, the latest ring found, and what scientists hope the Cassini will reveal. Bibliography included.

A 2 page paper on findings from the early 1990's which show a number of geologic activities on the Earth's "twin" planet Venus,-- including live volcanoes and dramatic faulting. It is concluded that while the "case" of active volcanoes on Venus has not yet been entirely settled, there is indeed plenty of room for future ...

A 5 page definitonal overview of what sun spots are, how they are formed, etc; The writer is particularly concerned with what sun spots say about the future..Some scientists have initiated great controversy by bringing up issues concerning their potentially harmful effects-- even the suggestion that sunspots are indicative of another Ice Age ! Research ...

A brief 2 page report on findings from 1992. 2 sources listed in bibliography. Good for those studying issues, events, and/or controversy within astronomy.

13 pages on the Apollo Space Program; Its mission, success & failures etc; Specifically covered are Apollo I, VIII, IX, & XIII. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page research paper that traces the life and contributions of the famous Sixteenth Century Astronomer. Brahe's scientific works gained him recognition in his own time as well as a permanent place in history. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

10 pages in length. A discussion of the life and works of Galileo and the religious controversy that surrounded his heliocentric model. Galileo was among the first to suggest that the planets revolved around the sun and not around the Earth. The specific reason and issues surrounding his condemnation are examined. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 7 page paper on the Renaissance mathematician, scientist and inventor which examines his legacy to us as we live in a modern world influenced by the scientific perspectives and methods he espoused during his life. Current applications of discoveries, inventions, and philosophy of science pioneered by Galileo in a wider variety of fields ...

A 9 page history of the turmoil created by the revelation of the heliocentric theory by Copernicus, Keppler and Galileo in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Bibliography lists nine sources.

A 5 page paper in which the writer provides an overview of Sagan's book. Demon-Haunted World challenges many of theories formed from developments in science and technology regarding space travel and the presence of life from other worlds. The paper contends that Sagan's challenging of current scientific myths supports his theory that increases in science ...

A 5 page paper that provides an overview of Zubrin & Wagner's book which examines the importance of Mars exploration. The writer demonstrates the applicability of their work in science and technology and demonstrates why it is important to the overall efficacy of the space program.

A 7 page paper discussing sputnik. The history of sputnik is discussed, which involves the various effects and influences the launching of this satellite had upon the general condition of te American people. The race in space was, for all purposes, nothing more than a reflection of the race in the arms department. Russia's ability ...

In 5 pages the author discusses the probability of intelligent life forms on other plants around other stars. When one considers the "alien life form" concept, it is generally in a humorous or scary way as portrayed in the great number of sci-fi movies about aliens. One movie has been shown in recent years ...

This 6 page report discusses the options available to the governments of Earth if a meteor on a collision course was cited. Earth's atmosphere is literally besieged with as much as 50,000 tons of interplanetary rubble annually. There is a scientific consensus agrees that cosmic impacts have played a major role in Earth history and ...

A 7 page historical survey of the bond of Astrology and Astronomy and how as the result of the scientific method that bond was broken. And how both are still influencing us today. Lists four sources in bibliography.

This 15 page paper provides an overview of the phenomenon called the aurorae. This paper outlines the history of the discovery, the basic elements involved in the formation, the different types, and the nature of the aurora borealis, or northern lights. This paper also considers recent discoveries and the rationale behind emerging interest ...

A 9 page overview of the method of energy generation by the Sun, specifically the nuclear aspects of this generation. Discussed are the basic processes that lead to energy generation, the reactions that take place, and the mathematical and astronomical theories which apply to these reactions and processes. Terminology covered includes, in part, ...

This 7 page report discusses the evolution of climate on the terrestrial planets. The idea of climate on the terrestrial planets is centered on the long-term effect of the sun's radiation on the rotating Earth’s, Venus’, and Mars’ varied surfaces and atmosphere. Climate is most easily understood in terms of annual or seasonal averages of ...

An 8 page thesis essay which confirms the technological preeminence given America for being the first nation on the moon, but which also analyzes the closeness of the race and the competency of the Russian cosmonauts. The "rude awakening" experienced by America during Russia's launch of Sputnik I and Sputnik II is discussed along with the ...

A 7 page paper which argues that there was, at least during some time in the past, life on the planet Mars. This subject is causing a great deal of controversy in the past few years, with just as many arguing that there is life, as there is not. The evidence presented illustrates that the possibility of life, ...

A 5 page paper which discusses the relationship between astronomy and telecommunications today. Without an adequate knowledge of astronomy, we would certainly not be in a position to even possess the capability to communicate using satellites and such. This reality is discussed, as well as the reality that illustrates the conflict between the two fields of study. Bibliography lists ...

In 8 pages, the author discusses what the early Greeks knew about astronomy and how they knew this information. Many early Greeks are associated with astronomy. They include, among others, Thales, Socrates of Athens, Plato of Athens, Eudoxus of Cnidus, Aristotle, Callippus, Aristarchus of Samos Symposium, Pythagoras, Eratosthenes, and Hypatia. Free Roman ...

A 5 page discussion of the heliocentric theory verses the geocentric theory in astronomy. Compares the early attempts at mathematical modeling and explains how the heliocentric theory is supported by such modeling while early attempts at modeling the geocentric theory were flawed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

4 pages in length. Astronomy is an ancient science almost as old as the universe itself. From the beginning of time man has studied the stars, imagining pictures in the sky and relying on the fact that they will always be there to guide and direct. We all know the importance ...