Martians V.S Humans
Omar Fazal #11 7-B Have you ever wondered how Martians are similar to us humans? We got an idea what marches look like and what they do from we listen to end the story dark they were, and golden eyed. The Martians in the play or like human civilizations because they adapt to new places easily and they use their own language and name their belongings or things that they feel they have ownership of whatever they want. The Martians adopt new places easily. From Mars to Earth Day change instantly. From language and looks. When the people came back from Earth to Mars their eye color change to yellow and they look completely different. From different places changes and actions can change depending on where they are
In The Martian Chronicles, Ray Bradbury posits that becoming independent is shown as a brave, meaningful choice to take, whether it is for happiness, a worthy cause, or a peaceful life. It is shown that not following the norm and becoming an independent individual can lead to new, enthralling realizations, compelling philosophies, or true happiness. In this science-fiction novel, Bradbury explores this theme recurringly, more specifically in “Silent Towns”, “-And The Moon Be Still As Bright”, and “The Martian”. Written about the future, spanning the years from 1999 to 2026, The Martian Chronicles takes place on both Earth and Mars, telling the tale of the colonization of different planets and the annihilation of all humans on Earth through war. During the process of discovering these planets, human characteristics are prevalent, especially those concerning the great courage of independence and the bravery of individuality.
New technologies and advancement in the area of field research has allowed biologist and primatologist to analyze information more effectively and efficiently. Through the non-invasive collection of fecal samples, researchers are able to extract and analyze DNA to help determine individual attribute, as well as population dynamics. In addition to DNA, fecal samples also contain hormones and parasites that help in determining the overall health of the depositor (Newton-Fisher NE, 2010). Other technologies include the use of Geographic Information Systems allows for mapping the ranges of chimpanzees, and satellite imagery is used to view the deforestation of select areas (Goodall, 2002).
According to National Geographic, scientists have sequenced the genome factor of the chimpanzee and found that humans are 98.5% similar to the ape species. The chimpanzee is our closest relative in the animal kingdom; however, some people are not aware of our resembling traits with chimpanzees. Jane Goodall’s, In the Shadow of Man, describes some similar traits humans and chimpanzees have such as their facial expressions and emotions, use of tools, and diet.
The invading Martians are a colonialist culture. Margaret Kohn defines colonialism as “a practice of domination, which involves the subjugation of one people to another” (Kohn). Assumedly, the Martians are already the dominant culture on Mars. After conquering their own planet, they moved on to Earth to expand their territory farther into the universe. The Martians are a highly intellectual race and far more technically advanced than the human race. As the narrator states, “intelligences such as we have scarcely dreamed of” (Wells 2). The reason the Martians invade Earth is to colonize. The Martians’ home planet, Mars, is reaching the end of its lifespan. They choose to invade Earth based on its proximity to Mars, warmer climate, and abundant resources. The Martians never exhibit any interest in coexisting with the human race; there is no mention of a peace treaty anywhere in the novel. They plan to dominate the Earth, wiping the human race from existence. Their weapons are highly sophisticated. The primary weapon used by the Martians is the Heat-ray. The heat-ray incinerates everything in its path, leaving a “heap of fiery ruins” (Wells 20)...
If the Martian Chronicles had been written in the 1999’s instead of fifty years ago, many issues and problems would change. Ray Bradbury wrote his book in 1946. In it he wrote about problems such as censorship, man’s cruelty to man, and loneliness. Each issue shows up in one or two of his chronicles. All of his issues affect every one of his characters in many different ways.
The author of The Martian, Andy Weir, did a great job writing it. Although Andy Weir didn’t go to college for writing, The Martian is a huge success because he used humor to keep the reader interested, and suspense to make them keep reading more.
Andy Weir's book, The Martian, is laced with conflict, both external and internal. From the beginning of the book, Weir shocks the reader with the dramatic opening of "I'm pretty screwed." This is the reader's first glimpse that there is conflict between natures bloodthirsty determination to kill the book's main character Mark Watney, an astronaut, botanist and an engineer, and Mark's desire to survive against all odds. In his daily logs Mark narrates his deathly encounters and near-death experiences with nature. Mark's logs record every event in which nature strives to get the best of him and yet he is able to keep his sense of humor throughout. In one of his logs Mark humorously states " I was just one of her crew. Actually, I was the very
What makes a human a primate? A primate is defined by its many incredible features. A primate is a mammal that has certain characteristics such as: flexible fingers and toes, opposable thumbs, flatter face than other mammals, eyes that face forward and spaced close together, large and complex cerebrum, and social animals. What makes a primate a primate is its characteristics. Some of the physical features that primates can be identified by is by their teeth, snouts, eyes, ears, arms, legs, fingers, and their toes. One of the main things that categorizes a human has a primate is selective pressure, the second main thing is having similar features and characteristics. But both humans and non-humans have differences even though they are both primates.
Tracy K. Smith’s “Life on Mars” is a collection of poetry dealing mainly in the search for a sense of purpose and the nature of people. The books is something of an elegy as a whole with many poems pertaining to death and the author’s struggle with the loss of her father. The poems are at once poignant and gentle in tone and leave questions than can only be answered in multiple readings. The book is segmented in four parts that travel through different topics and types of poetry. The mood ranges from passionate accounts of Orwellian politics to soft recollections of a lovers embrace; throughout the book Smith brings in references to pop culture, science, and technology that incorporate seamlessly with her words.
H. G. Wells wrote in his book, "War of the Worlds", about Martian invasion toward earth. He mentioned, "No one would have believed, in the last years of the nineteenth century that this world was being watched keenly and closely by intelligences greater than man's and yet as mortal as his own; that as men busied themselves about their various concerns they were scrutinized and studied, perhaps almost as narrowly as man with a microscope might scrutinize the transient creatures that swarm and multiply in a drop of water."
The major point discussed in Section 3 was the distinctions between humans and other species like primates or Neanderthals, but also the similarities between them which in turn shows the relation and evolution. Some evidence of the major point mentioned above is the gene apoE. This gene that both primates and humans have has been mutated twice in humans so that we could eat more meat and also break down fat and cholesterol in meat that would otherwise clog our arteries. While humans are able to eat more meat because of the mutations of the apoE gene, most primates “deteriorate at sickening speeds” after eating much meat according to what Kean says on page 205. This shows a distinction between humans and primates because of evolution. On the other hand, another gene is the fox2p gene which all mammals have. This gene is described as a “language gene”. However as it states on page 252, “… fox2p has a long reach, interacting with hundreds of genes and steering fetal development in the jaw, gut, lungs, heart, and especially the brain.” This gene described is not only important but it shows the
Today, we know quite a bit about Mars. Nasa recently found water, we know its dimensions, and we haven’t found any signs of life. However, in 1950, we knew significantly less. Ray Bradbury took this to his advantage and wrote about a Mars with not only life, but civilization. Years later, Hollywood decided to turn his stories into a cheesy, and partially accurate TV show. Though Hollywood was for the most part loyal to Bradbury’s stories, there were definitely some changes, especially in “And the Moon be Still be as Bright.”
He expresses an unwavering trust in Jill, and cherishes her opinions and her value in him. He states that he was “more distressed than was possible...because of some shameful lack or failure,” after Jill did not express the sufficient “joyful fullness” upon interacting with him (Heinlein 80). Through Smith’s conversations with Jill, Heinlein explores one significant Martian idea with the introduction of the Martian word “grok.” Without explanation, “grok” begins to appear in descriptions of Smith’s thought processes. Using context, the reader is able to infer that to “grok” something means to comprehend it profoundly. By using a word that is alien, yet makes sense in context, Heinlein starts to simulate a Martian mindset for the
It is important for astronauts to adapt both physically and psychologically. Universe Today, an astronomy site, states that “Mars is a completely hostile environment to human life, combining extreme cold with an unbreathable atmosphere and intense radiation” (Williams). However, people cannot simply decide to be more resistant to the radiation or adapt to be able to the thin carbon dioxide atmosphere of Mars. The real test of adaptability is being able to adapt to the completely different lifestyle of Mars. It is completely different from life on Earth.
Mars is the fourth planet from the sun and is a seven mouth journey (space.com). The reason the planet Mars is red is because the surface is covered with minerals that make it look like the rusty color earth sees (space.com). Mars has a very thin and cold atmosphere which should mean that water cannot exist, but water and ice were discovered on the planet (space.com). Mars also has a much colder climate than earth which is why when people are on Mars, so they must wear mars suits while there (space.com). Out of all eight planets in our solar system, Mars is the most suitable for humans to live on other than earth.