How Binoculars Work
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A 4 page paper. Binoculars are basically two telescopes mounted side by side, one for each eye. The three parts of all binoculars are identified and their functions are explained. For example, the set of prisms function to turn the image right side up and in its correct horizontal orientation. Reflection and refraction are explained. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGbnoc.rtf

How Birds and Airplanes Fly
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This 4 page paper compares and contrasts the flight of birds with the flight of airplanes. Some historical information about human flight is relayed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA614fly.rtf

How Einstein Changed the Way in Which People View the Universe
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This 5 page paper examines Einstein's theory of relativity, and other contributions, to demonstrate that Einstein was indeed a scientist of great importance. Time travel is discussed as well as other things attached to his notions of space and time. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA516Ein.rtf

Human Diamagnetism Gravity Antenna Levitation
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A 3 page investigation of the physics behind party levitation whcih is sometimes accomplished in the game “Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board”. In this game a volunteer is lifted off the ground from either a prone position or while seated in a chair using just the fingers of four assistants. Diamagnetism is explained in this context. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPlevita.rtf

Hydrothermal Vents in the Ocean Floor
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A 9 page overview of this recently discovered geologic phenomena. This paper provides a description of hydrothermal vents as well as a detailed overview of their geology and the biology which they drive. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPocnVnt.rtf