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The Invisible Universe by ZacAndrews
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What lies beyond the senses? What secrets have been hidden from you due to your physical limitations? Is the universe as empty as it seems? Are we alone? Dr Thomas Clark has just made a discovery that will answer all of those questions... Hope you enjoy this collection of Sci-Fi short stories starting with "The Invisible Universe" I would love to hear from you. "Traction" The deafening sound of roaring engines. The smell of burning rubber. The rush of the wind, pushing against you at every turn... You don't get these on The Moon, but you do get 400kmh. Racing on The Moon, what could be better? "Alpha Division" In the distant future the human race has spread across the stars, forming colonies on many habitable worlds in a golden age of exploration. However, humanity soon learns that the universe is a hostile place and that they must fight to keep what is theirs. Fresh out of training, Rickey is plunged into the heart of war against a never before seen alien race and to make matters worse he's been placed in the infamous Alpha Division, humanity's first into battle shock troops. Rickey must fight alongside his fellow recruits in bloody battle to push back the enemy on a distant mining world. He's passed the training and survived the simulations but will he manage to keep his cool when the danger is real?
Gaea by Bentu12
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A short novel about interstellar colonization, the dangers of scientific discovery, and the end of the world. Image credit goes to Space Engine.
Ultima by TimMcFarlane
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After the dangerous and mysterious element Ultima is stolen from a top secret government science facility, the galaxy erupts in a panic to find it. The races blame each other while the Ultima is transferred to waiting hands right under their noses. Will anyone rise to the challenge and prevent the destruction of the known universe...? **The first draft was written in 2012 and became a featured story on the site. In 2013 I edited it and reworked some parts to create the second draft and the current version is final after being edited by a pro. Cover Art by: k3ls3y Edited by: CharlotteAshley
Spectrum - A Science Fiction Short Story by AidanJReidAuthor
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The human brain decodes only 0.0035% of the entire electromagnetic spectrum. A tiny fraction which our eyes recognise as 'visible light'. BioLuminary Enterprises conduct early clinical trials and breakthrough medical research for pharmaceutical companies. Pushing the boundaries of science, they have developed a controversial new study and are actively seeking volunteers. As far as the eye can see...
Mathematics by ExTacey666
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Try to understand math.
Introduction to Differential Calculus by SaveThePenguin9
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Calculus... one of the greatest inventions of mathematics. It is the study of change and is a fundamental concept that has been 'integrated' into the natural world. :P From projectile motion, to economy, to population growth, calculus has applications in many areas. 'Introduction to Differential Calculus' will provide a definitive course that is designed to help students understand the mathematical function and its derivatives in further detail.
Physics And Astronomy Facts (Completed) by a_cosmic_dust
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Just some random facts about physics and astronomy. let's fall in love with physics. 😂😄 P.S - This work is not original. Things I have read in books or from other sources are here. I might be wrong in my interpretation so feel free to correct me.