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An Atlas of the Universe


URL: http://www.atlasoftheuniverse.com/
ODP description: Contains 3D maps of the universe zooming out from the nearest stars to the scale of the galaxy and out to the surrounding superclusters and finally to the scale of the known universe.
Page title: An Atlas of The Universe
Page description: Contains maps of the universe zooming out from the nearest stars to the entire visible universe.

Logarithmic Maps of the Universe


URL: http://www.astro.princeton.edu/~mjuric/universe/
ODP description: Show universe in terms of distance from Earth center. Includes such things as satellites, planets, stars, nebulae, and galaxies, out to cosmic microwave background radiation from the Big Bang.

U.S. Naval Observatory - Astronomical Applications Department


URL: http://aa.usno.navy.mil/
ODP description: Data services, FAQ, publications, software and research.

Absolute Astronomy


URL: http://www.absoluteastronomy.com/
ODP description: Facts and statistical information about planets, moons, constellations, stars, galaxies, and Messier objects.
Page title: AbsoluteAstronomy.com
Page description: General facts and statistical information about planets, moons, constellations, stars, galaxies, and Messier objects.

Eric Weisstein's World of Astronomy


URL: http://scienceworld.wolfram.com/astronomy/
ODP description: A web encyclopedia. Over 500 entries, ranging from definitions to full articles.
Page description: Eric Weisstein's World of Astronomy

AstroWeb


URL: http://www.cv.nrao.edu/fits/www/astronomy.html
ODP description: Astronomical internet resources from the National Radio Astronomy Observatory.
Page title: AstroWeb: Astronomy/Astrophysics on the Internet

Astronomy Net


URL: http://www.astronomy.net/
ODP description: Resources, searchable forums and searchable lists of organizations providing astronomy services.
Page title: Astronomy articles, forums, listings, and other resources about Astronomy.
Page description: The Astronomy Net contains articles, forums, clubs, vendors, manufacturers and other resources important to those interested in Astronomy.

Infrared Astronomy


URL: http://coolcosmos.ipac.caltech.edu/cosmic_classroom/ir_tutorial/
ODP description: Maintained for grades 6 to 12 by NASA's Infrared Processing and Analysis Center (IPAC), this site introduces students to Infrared Astronomy and the detection and study of infrared radiation emitted from objects in the Universe.
Page title: Cool Cosmos

Astronomy Today


URL: http://www.astronomytoday.com/
ODP description: Information and articles on astronomy, space and related topics. Also features a friendly forum and a telescope buyer's FAQ page.
Page title: Astronomy Today: articles, night sky info and a popular forum
Page description: Information and articles on astronomy, space and related topics. Also featuring a friendly forum and a monthly sky guide.

AOL Space


URL: http://reference.aol.com/space/main
ODP description: Get space and astronomy news, photos, and videos.
Page title: Space News, Stargazing Information, Space Photos and Videos - AOL Research & Learn
Page description: Find space news, stargazing tips, space videos, space photos and get guides to viewing the night sky.

Astronomical Pseudo-science: A Skeptic's Resource List


URL: http://www.astrosociety.org/education/resources/pseudobib.html
ODP description: A bibliography from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific, for those who want to examine with a skeptical eye some of the claims at the fringes of science that seem connected to astronomy.
Page title: ASP: Astronomical Pseudo-science: A Skeptic's Resource List
Page description: The Astronomical Society of the Pacific is an international nonprofit scientific and educational organization founded in 1889 that works to increase understanding and appreciation of astronomy.

Astronomical Optical Interferometry


URL: http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/2309/page1.html
ODP description: The use of multiple telescopes to produce high resolution images - commonly used at most modern observatories. A literature review article.
Page description: Description of Astronomical Optical Interferometry at Undergraduate level

Stars and Planets


URL: http://jumk.de/astronomie/astronomy.shtml
ODP description: Information about interesting stars and planets in the galaxy, as well as astral bodies outside the Milky Way. Includes photos.
Page title: Astronomy: Stars and Planets
Page description: Informations about the most interesting stars in our galaxy and beyond, about our solar system and other galaxies.

Space.com - The Greatest Myths, Hoaxes & Mysteries in Astronomy and Space Science


URL: http://www.space.com/scienceastronomy/myths_hoaxes_030325.html
ODP description: Article briefly discussing 21 topics.
Page title: SPACE.com -- Greatest Myths, Hoaxes & Mysteries in Science & Astronomy

Astronomy Facts and Trivia


URL: http://www.funtrivia.com/ql.cfm?cat=59
ODP description: Fun facts and trivia relating to astronomy, space, science fiction movies. Most trivia items are submitted by users.
Page title: Astronomy Quizzes and Astronomy Trivia -- FunTrivia
Page description: Astronomy trivia questions and quizzes

Astronomy for All


URL: http://www.pd.astro.it/E-MOSTRA/A0000HOM.HTM
ODP description: Index with graphics and illustrations about stars, the Solar System, cosmology and Galileo.
Page title: Astronomy for all

Astronomy Forum


URL: http://jollyrogerwest.com/forumdisplay.php?f=9
ODP description: Message board.
Page title: Jolly Roger Great Books Forums - Astronomy Forum

Astronomy Education and Outreach


URL: http://casswww.ucsd.edu/public/astroed.html
ODP description: General astronomy tutorial, education links, web courses, documents at the UCSD Center for Astrophysics and Space Sciences.
Page title: Public Education and Outreach
Page description: Gene Smith's Astronomy Tutorial - an introductory tutorial in Astronomy with links to sites for public information and astronomy/science education

Astronomy Online


URL: http://astronomyonline.org
ODP description: Gives overview of the solar system, the Milky Way galaxy, extrasolar planets, cosmology and astrophotography. Includes images, additional resources, and forums.
Page description: Astronomy Information and Resources

The Naming of Stars


URL: http://www.nmm.ac.uk/server/show/conWebDoc.309
ODP description: Leaflet from Royal Greenwich Observatory.
Page title: The naming of stars : Stars : Astronomy & space : Fact files & in-depth : Learning : NMM
Page description: All official names have to be adopted by the IAU. There are certain rules which have to be followed in the official names allocated to different types of object; some of these are outlined below.

Beyond Earth - Everything Not on Earth


URL: http://www.geocities.com/beyondearth2/M1.htm
ODP description: Provides information about the beginning of universe and solar system. About the planets, quasars, the Milky Way, black holes. Life of a star. Travel in space and extra terrestrial beings.
Page title: Your Gateway To The Universe
Page description: Everything you need to know about everything in the Universe including, stars, planets, comets, asteroids, meteors, black holes, space explorations, technology and aliens.




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