Mars-crossing minor planets are asteroids that have orbits that can cross the orbit of Mars. This means that their paths around the Sun bring them into the vicinity of Mars' orbit. These asteroids can potentially be classified as part of the broader group of near-Earth objects (NEOs) since their orbits may bring them close to Earth as well.
The list of fast rotators among minor planets refers to celestial bodies, primarily asteroids, that have relatively short rotation periods, meaning they complete a full spin on their axis in a short amount of time. These fast rotators can have rotation periods of less than about 5 hours. Studying fast rotators is significant because their rapid spins can affect their shapes, sizes, and surface features due to the centripetal forces at play.
The term "slow rotators" in the context of minor planets refers to asteroids that have a long rotation period, meaning they take a significant amount of time—often more than 10 hours—to complete a full rotation on their axis. This characteristic can be influenced by various factors, including the object's size, shape, and internal structure.
The naming of moons, or natural satellites, typically follows specific conventions set by the International Astronomical Union (IAU), which is the organization responsible for naming celestial bodies. Here are some key points regarding how moons are named: 1. **Naming Conventions**: Moons are often named after mythological figures, particularly from Roman and Greek mythology. For example, many of Jupiter's moons are named after lovers and descendants of Zeus (the Greek equivalent of Jupiter).
On Venus, "coronae" are large, circular features that are believed to be formed by volcanic and tectonic processes. They typically consist of a ring of mountains surrounding a depression and are thought to represent the interaction of magma with the planet's lithosphere. The study of coronae on Venus is essential for understanding its geological history and the processes that shape its surface. There are over 100 identified coronae on the planet, and they vary widely in size, shape, and geological complexity.
Venus, often referred to as Earth's "sister planet" due to its similar size and composition, has a surface marked by numerous craters. These craters vary widely in size and age, providing insights into the geological history of the planet. The following is a list of notable craters on Venus: 1. **Maxwell Montes** - The largest mountain range on Venus, it includes several craters.
The "terrae" on Venus refer to large landmasses or highland regions on the planet's surface. These elevated areas are analogous to continents on Earth and are characterized by various geological features. Here is a list of the major terrae on Venus: 1. **Aphrodite Terra** - One of the largest highland regions, it covers a significant portion of the planet and is located in the southern hemisphere.
German anti-nuclear activists refer to individuals and groups in Germany who oppose the use of nuclear energy, primarily due to concerns about safety, environmental impacts, and waste management associated with nuclear power plants. The anti-nuclear movement gained significant momentum in Germany during the late 20th century, particularly after events like the Chernobyl disaster in 1986 and the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster in 2011.
The anti-nuclear movement in the Soviet Union emerged in response to the dangers associated with nuclear weapons and nuclear energy, particularly during the late 1970s and 1980s. This movement was part of a broader discourse on peace, environmental issues, and human rights, reflecting growing public concern about the health and safety risks posed by nuclear technologies, embodied most tragically by the Chernobyl disaster in 1986.
Cayuga Lake is one of the Finger Lakes located in central New York, USA. It is the longest of the Finger Lakes, measuring about 38 miles (61 km) in length and reaching depths of over 400 feet (122 meters). The lake is situated between Seneca and Tompkins Counties and is known for its scenic beauty, as well as its recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, and swimming.
Milw0rm was a website that served as an archive for various security-related exploits, vulnerabilities, and proof-of-concept code, primarily targeting software and web applications. The name "Milw0rm" is a playful reference to "worm" and is recognized within the cybersecurity and hacking communities. The site was popular among security professionals, ethical hackers, and researchers looking for information on known vulnerabilities to help improve security measures and develop countermeasures against them.
The Radical Independence Campaign (RIC) is a grassroots political movement in Scotland that advocates for Scottish independence from the United Kingdom. Founded in 2013 during the lead-up to the Scottish independence referendum, the RIC aims to mobilize support for a radical and transformative vision of an independent Scotland. Their platform often emphasizes social justice, anti-austerity measures, and addressing issues such as inequality and environmental sustainability.
"Threads" is a British television film that was released in 1984, directed by Mick Jackson. It is a stark and harrowing depiction of the effects of a nuclear war on the city of Sheffield, England, and follows the lives of ordinary people as they experience the catastrophic aftermath of a nuclear attack.
Anti-nuclear protests in the United States refer to public demonstrations, movements, and campaigns that oppose the development, testing, and use of nuclear weapons and nuclear energy. These protests have occurred at various points in U.S. history, particularly during key events related to nuclear policy and technology. ### Historical Context 1.
The Nuclear Freeze campaign was a significant social movement in the United States during the 1980s that sought to halt the production and proliferation of nuclear weapons. It emerged in response to increasing public anxiety about the arms race between the United States and the Soviet Union, particularly after prominent events like the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979 and the escalation of nuclear arms developments.
"The Day After" is a television film that aired on November 20, 1983, on ABC. Directed by Nicholas Meyer, the film depicts the aftermath of a nuclear war between the United States and the Soviet Union, focusing on the impact of such a catastrophe on ordinary people living in a small American town, Lawrence, Kansas.
Nuclear power in Armenia primarily revolves around the operation of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant (ANPP), located in the eastern part of the country near the town of Metsamor. The ANPP plays a significant role in Armenia's energy sector, providing a substantial portion of the country's electricity.
Nuclear power in Egypt refers to the use of nuclear technology to generate electricity and support various applications in the country. Egypt has expressed interest in developing nuclear energy as a reliable and sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, with the goal of diversifying its energy sources, enhancing energy security, and meeting the growing demand for electricity driven by population growth and industrialization.

Pinned article: Introduction to the OurBigBook Project

Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
We have two killer features:
  1. topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculus
    Articles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
    • a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
    • a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
    This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.
    Figure 1.
    Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page
    . View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivative
  2. local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:
    This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
    Figure 2.
    You can publish local OurBigBook lightweight markup files to either https://OurBigBook.com or as a static website
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    Figure 3.
    Visual Studio Code extension installation
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    Figure 4.
    Visual Studio Code extension tree navigation
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    Figure 5.
    Web editor
    . You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally.
    Video 3.
    Edit locally and publish demo
    . Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension.
    Video 4.
    OurBigBook Visual Studio Code extension editing and navigation demo
    . Source.
  3. https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook-media/master/feature/x/hilbert-space-arrow.png
  4. Infinitely deep tables of contents:
    Figure 6.
    Dynamic article tree with infinitely deep table of contents
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    Descendant pages can also show up as toplevel e.g.: ourbigbook.com/cirosantilli/chordate-subclade
All our software is open source and hosted at: github.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook
Further documentation can be found at: docs.ourbigbook.com
Feel free to reach our to us for any help or suggestions: docs.ourbigbook.com/#contact