Progress in Ancient Alchemy
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A 4 page discussion of the many inroads made by ancient alchemists. Although our modern world tends to scoff at alchemy, it involved not just the pursuit to turn other substances into gold but rather formed the rudiments of ancient science. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPalchem.rtf

Properties and Uses of Steel Beams
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A 7 page overview of steel beam used and selection criteria. General uses examined are applications in auto making; bridge construction and repair; and in building construction. Different properties are used in each of these broad applications, and the steel industry continues searching for greater alterations preserving steel's strength while providing less mass. Includes an appendix with 2 tables. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSsteelBeam.wps

Quantum Mechanics
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A 6 page paper that provides an overview of the progression from classical mechanics to quantum mechanics. This paper begins with the developments of Max Planck and considers a number of major theories, including Einstein's theory of relativity, and their application for quantum theory. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Quantum.wps