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The great dying

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Issues are presented concerning the evidence which has been found of a giant meteor which impacted on the Earth before the extinction of the dinosaurs and which caused the extinction of 90% of sea life and 70% of land life.

Author: Graham, David
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
Environmental aspects, History, Ancient, Ancient history, Earth, Meteors, Natural disasters

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The house of spin

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A description is presented of the design and construction of a house which rotates and which is fitted with many high technology systems. These include voice controlled lights, fire protection systems and keyless entry.

Author: Graham, David
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
Innovations, High technology, Automation

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Cold climate house

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A model home in the Northern Building Science Centre at Whitehorse, in the Yukon territory, features monocoque design and four foundation pads which help withstand permafrost shifts. Details are discussed.

Author: Jamsen, Sheila Serup
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1991
Research, Architecture, Yukon Territory, Architecture and climate, Climate, Whitehorse, Yukon Territory

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Subjects list: Housing, Design and construction, Dwellings
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