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We used to think the Earth was flat. More than 2000 years ago, a simple experiment with a stick made the first measurement of our round planet, proving it was much bigger than anyone thought. Now, satellites look down on our small planet every day, tracking weather, ocean currents, ice caps and forest cover. Come to Egypt where ancient scientists discovered the true size of our planet and see the modern view from above that shows how small it actually is. |
View a printer friendly version of this page...Copyright Date: 2007
Length: 28 minutes
Library Audience:
Youth and Adult
School Audience:
Grades 4 - 12
Subjects:
Science: Astronomy, Astronautics, Physics
Formats Available:
DVD
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