Astro Marks.com http://www.astromarks.com A Selection of the Top Astronomy Websites Sun, 17 Feb 2008 18:32:42 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 en Top Astronomy Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-sites/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-sites/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:46:12 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-sites/ astronomyAstronomy is one of the oldest branches of science.

Astronomy deals with the study of physical objects that exist in outer space.

Here is a selection of some recommended astronomy sites.

Astronomy.com - Online version of the world’s best selling Astronomy magazine including a wide variety of in-depth astronomy stories.

AstronomyNow.com - Astronomy Now Online: Official website of UK’s best-selling astronomy magazine. Includes a section on magazine stories, a news archive, a sky chart, links to resources, and an online store.

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]]> http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-sites/feed/ Top Exo-biology Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-exo-biology-sites/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-exo-biology-sites/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:38:57 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-exo-biology-sites/ Exo biology or astrobiology is a relatively new branch of science that is concerned with the origin, distribution, and evolution of life.

Exo biology deals with questions like: What is life? Is there life in other planets?

Here is a selection of some recommended Exo-biology sites.

Exo Biology @ Nasa - Exobiology section of the NASA website. Contains a brief introduction to exobiology as well as links to various research groups.

Exobiology @ duke.edu - Includes sections on the prebiotic earth, the Miller/Urey experiment, possible sites for the origin of life, the search for life outside of earth, politics and controversial issues, and careers in exobiology

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]]> http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-exo-biology-sites/feed/ Top Spectroscopy – Chemistry Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-spectroscopy-%e2%80%93-chemistry-sites/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-spectroscopy-%e2%80%93-chemistry-sites/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:32:18 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-spectroscopy-%e2%80%93-chemistry-sites/ Spectroscopy is the analysis of the interaction between atoms and electromagnetic radiation.

Spectroscopy is used in astronomy to determine the chemical composition of celestial bodies.

Here is a selection of some recommended sites.

ScienceofSpectroscopy.info - The Science of Spectroscopy: Wiki on spectroscopy and its theories, applications, and techniques. Considered to be one of the best wiki-based collaborations by 33 Wikis.

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]]> http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-spectroscopy-%e2%80%93-chemistry-sites/feed/ Top Planets and Stars Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-planets-and-stars-sites/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-planets-and-stars-sites/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:25:16 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-planets-and-stars-sites/ Planets and stars are the most well-known of celestial bodies.

Stars are made up of plasma and emit light and heat. Planets, on the other hand, are composed of rock and/or gas compounds. Planets revolve around a central star called a sun.

Here is a selection of some recommended sites.

NinePlanets.org - The Nine Planets: Now officially the eight planets it gives a multi-media tour of the solar system.

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]]> http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-planets-and-stars-sites/feed/ Top Rocket Engineering Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-rocket-engineering-sites/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-rocket-engineering-sites/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:17:50 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-rocket-engineering-sites/ Rocket engineering or rocket science is the specialized branch of engineering concerned with spacecraft.

It is very complex and requires in depth knowledge of other related topics such as mechanics, mathematics, material science, avionics, etc.

Here is a selection of some recommended Rocket Engineering sites.

DiscoverEngineering.org - Aerospace Engineering section of DiscoveringEngineering: Contains an introduction to rocket engineering, accomplishments of various aerospace engineers, and links to fun stuff.

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]]> http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-rocket-engineering-sites/feed/ Top Space Health and Medicine Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-space-health-and-medicine-sites-2/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-space-health-and-medicine-sites-2/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:08:52 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-space-health-and-medicine-sites-2/ Before, it was the common notion that a person had to be of excellent health to be able to go to outer space.

Nowadays due to studies on space health and medicine it is clear that ordinary people can survive a trip to outer space. However, there are health issues that must be dealt with and studied further.

Here is a selection of some recommended Space Health sites.

SpaceFuture.com - Health and Fitness section of SpaceFuture: Includes discussions on space sickness, bird legs and blocked noses, the long term health effects of living in space, space radiation, and the health benefits of living in space.

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]]> http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-space-health-and-medicine-sites-2/feed/ Top Astronomy Fundamental Physics Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-fundamental-physics-sites/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-fundamental-physics-sites/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 07:53:54 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-fundamental-physics-sites/ Physics and astronomy are two very closely related branches of science.

The fundamentals of physics are used to explain astronomical phenomena and develop technologies that will help us understand more.

Here is a selection of some recommended Fundamental Physics sites.

Physlink.com - Physics and Astronomy Online: Includes current news on Physics and Astronomy, essays, archive of questions answered by experts, software reviews, important references (tables on constants, etc.), directories of journals, societies, publishers, institutes and labs, an online store and fun stuff.

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]]> http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-fundamental-physics-sites/feed/ Top Astronomy for Kids Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-for-kids-sites/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-for-kids-sites/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 07:43:50 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-for-kids-sites/ Outer space has always held a fascination for kids of all ages.

This is why astronomy is not only a very useful but fun subject for them to learn.

Here is a selection of some recommended astronomy websites for kids.

KidsAstronomy.com - Free astronomy resource for kids that is a part of KidsKnowIT network. The approach of this website to astronomy ensures that kids won’t find learning a bore.

KidsCosmos.org - KidsCosmos is a great astronomy resource for both teachers and students helping both teachers and students with the education process by using a multi-media curriculum that supports a hands-on approach.
Telescopes, Cameras and Technology.

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]]> http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-astronomy-for-kids-sites/feed/ Top Telescopes, Cameras and Technology Sites http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-telescopes-cameras-and-technology-sites-3/ http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-telescopes-cameras-and-technology-sites-3/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2008 07:34:41 +0000 admin http://www.astromarks.com/2008/02/07/top-telescopes-cameras-and-technology-sites-3/ Equipment like telescopes and cameras has been instrumental in observing and analyzing astronomical phenomena.

Now, more than ever, scientists are relying on more advanced instruments to learn more about the universe.

Here is a selection of some recommended sites.

Chandra @ Harvard.edu - Chandra X-ray Observatory: Facts and the latest news and images from Chandra. The website includes interesting sections such as the Chandra Tracker, podcasts, Chandra hardware facts, a blog, and information about the people and science behind discoveries using Chandra.

Hubblesite.org - Hubble Site: Official site of the Hubble telescope. Includes the latest news on the Hubble telescope and discoveries made using it, a gallery of images, information about the telescope, an archive discoveries and news, and sections for educators and kids.

Mos.org

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