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gamma-ray astronomy
(Encyclopedia) gamma-ray astronomy, study of astronomical objects by analysis of the most energetic electromagnetic radiation they emit. Gamma rays are shorter in wavelength and hence more energetic…fisheries
(Encyclopedia) fisheries. From earliest times and in practically all countries, fisheries have been of industrial and commercial importance. In the large N Atlantic fishing grounds off Newfoundland…X-ray astronomy
(Encyclopedia) X-ray astronomy, study of celestial objects by means of the X rays they emit, in the wavelength range from 0.01 to 10 nanometers. X-ray astronomy dates to 1949 with the discovery that…radio astronomy
(Encyclopedia) radio astronomy, study of celestial bodies by means of the electromagnetic radio frequency waves they emit and absorb naturally. Radio waves also come from outside the Milky Way.…William Shakespeare: Taming of the Shrew, Act II
Act IIScene IPadua. A room in Baptista's houseEnter Katharina and BiancaBiancaGood sister, wrong me not, nor wrong yourself, To make a bondmaid and a slave of me; That I disdain: but for…William Shakespeare: Midsummer Night's Dream, Act II
Act IIScene IA wood near AthensEnter, from opposite sides, a Fairy, and PuckPuckHow now, spirit! whither wander you?FairyOver hill, over dale, Thorough bush, thorough brier, Over park, over…Christina Rossetti: Goblin Market
Goblin MarketMorning and evening Maids heard the goblins cry: 'Come buy our orchard fruits, Come buy, come buy: Apples and quinces, Lemons and oranges, Plump unpecked cherries, Melons and…A Midsummer Night's Dream, Summary
A Midsummer Night's Dream There was a law in the city of Athens which gave to its citizens the power of compelling their daughters to marry whomsoever they pleased; for upon a daughter's…Fantastic Fables
Contents The Moral Principle and the Material Interest The Crimson Candle The Blotted Escutcheon and the Soiled Ermine The Ingenious Patriot Two Kings An Officer and a Thug The Conscientious…Maine
Maine State Information Capital: Augusta Official Name: State of Maine Organized as a territory/republic: 1820 Entered Union (rank): March 15, 1820 (23) Present constitution adopted: 1820…Trending
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