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OTD In Space - July 2: Space Probe Launches To Halley’s Comet
On July 2, 1985, the European Space Agency launched the Giotto space probe to get a close-up look at Halley's Comet. Nearly nine months later on March 14, 1986, Giotto became the first spacecraft to observe of a comet up close when it...
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The Beguiling Opportunity That Appears Twice in a Lifetime: Halley Armada
The Halley Armada, Giotto, Vega 1 and 2, Suisei and Sakigake, all visited Halley's Comet at roughly the same time in 1986. What did they discover? Why was this such a groundbreaking mission?
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Comets That Flew Too Close to the Sun
The Sungrazer comets that were discovered minutes before they vapourised.
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What Are Comets?
How comets change as they journey around the Sun, what are they made of and where are they found? Physics - Universe - Learning Points. Comets formed from dust and ice particles when the Solar System was very young. There are at least a...
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The Fascinating World of Comets
Learn the key characteristics of comets, including their icy composition, the formation of their tails as they approach the sun, and their historical significance. The video also highlights the role of comets in bringing water and...
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Good2Know: Study Identifies Four Red Flags for Colon Cancer
A new study has identified four red flag colon cancer symptoms. This type of cancer has nearly doubled in recent years among younger people, and now, doctors are saying people shouldn't be shy when it comes to reporting four abnormal...
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Meteors from Halley's Comet
Did you know that meteor showers come from comet tails? A NASA scientist explains that we may not be able to see Halley's Comet for another fifty years, we can experience marvelous meteor showers from its tail. Getting kids excited about...