...As dust particles and extraterrestrial materials combine under the universal gravitational force to form a mass that does not have a distinct shape at first, the mass rotates, collects more particles and materials from its surrounding...

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Common Application: Personal Statement Please write an essay (250 words minimum 500 words maximum) on a topic of your choice or on one of the options listed below. This personal essay helps us to become acquainted with you as a person and student, apart from courses, grades, test scores, and other..

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