Biosphere 2: a pocket-size planet

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Biosphere 2 is a glass and metal structure built in Arizona where scientists are attempting to simulate five of the earth's biomes: ocean, desert, rain forest, marsh and savanna. These simulations are intended to help scientists predict how the earth's own environment will react to changes.

Analysis, Case studies, Ecological research, Biosphere II Project, Closed ecological systems, Closed ecosystems

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Space: the fatal frontier

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Information has reached animal rights groups that animal abuses are being committed at the NASA's Ames Research Center, CA. Allegations include inadequate protocol review, lack of surgical skills and equipment and absence of post-surgical care.

Reports, United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Animal rights

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Crystallized

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Crystal Point Mine in Williamsport, PA, abounds with fine crystal quartz specimens. The area is owned by a father and son team of amateur miners and crystal lovers. The mine is open to the public for a small fee.

Natural resources, Collections and collecting, Pennsylvania, Mineral deposits, Mines and mineral resources, Mining, Quartz

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