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    Question Writing in the sand... (regolith)

    LIFE WAS HERE
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    Controversy over giant telescope roils astronomy conference in Hawaii

    This is a repeat of the controversy on Mt. Graham in Arizona, which astronomy eventually won over the objections of traditional Apaches. Traditional values are important and must be respected and treasured, but so is furthering mankind's knowledge of the multiverse in which we live. Surely...
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    stop getting message windows from this site

    Amen! End this feature permanently!
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    Too many topics / not enough discussion

    I agree!
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    Question How would you (personally) define a planet?

    (1) A "planet" is a celestial body that orbits a star, (b) has sufficient mass for its self-gravity to overcome rigid body forces so that it assumes a hydrostatic equilibrium (nearly round) shape, and (c) has gravity sufficient to hold an atmosphere with a density at mean ground level or sea...
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