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  • molecules detected in exoplanet atmosphere
  • dead core of evaporated gas giant detected?
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  • Liquid water geysers on Enceladus?
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  Global Warming

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    $1 billion over 10 years for ITER  ($100 million/yr)

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  How about ...

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  Astronomy Java Applets

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  Debunking the "Moon Hoax"

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