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Determining the age of the universe

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Scientists and astronomers have utilized various mathematical models designed to measure the age of the universe. The Cosmological Model uses various parameters, such as the Hubble Constant and the deceleration parameter. Another technique uses models of the thermonuclear evolution of stars and models of stellar atmospheres. By comparing the results of both methods, scientists have pegged the universe's age at approximately 13 billion years.

Author: Huchra, John P.
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishers
Publication Name: Endeavour
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0160-9327
Year: 1996
Models, Measurement, Cosmology, Age, Age (Biology), Expanding universe

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Keeping the kilo from gaining weight

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Scientists at the UK National Physical Laboratory are working on a technqiue using ozone and ultraviolet light to keep the platinum-iridium cylinder that is the standard kilogram from gaining weight through contamination. The new technique would replace previously used hand polishing.

Author: Croft, Sally
Publisher: American Association for the Advancement of Science
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1995
Standards, Metric system, Weights and measures, Measurement units and standards, Weight (Physics), Weight (Mass)

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And he cooks, too

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A woman who never cooks describes the success of her husband in the kitchen, and the surprise which this causes.

Author: Ansay, A. Manette
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Gourmet
Subject: Food/cooking/nutrition
ISSN: 0017-2553
Year: 1999
Social aspects, Behavior, Men, Cooks

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