Bubbles Within Bubbles
This infrared image shows a striking example of what is called a hierarchical bubble structure, in which one giant bubble, carved into the dust of space by massive stars, has triggered the formation of smaller bubbles. The...
Word of the Day
persifleur
- One who indulges in light, playful chatter; a banterer; a quiz.
This comes from the French word for 'to banter lightly.'
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Science is intimately integrated with the whole social structure and cultural tradition. They mutually support one other only in certain types of society can science flourish, and conversely without a continuous and healthy development and application of science such a society cannot function properly. 
- Talcott Parsons (1902 - 1979)
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