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Star Constellations – What Are They?

Most people will have heard the term “constellation” and will know that it relates to patterns of stars in the sky. Many people will probably think of astrology and the “Signs of the Zodiac”, for example Aquarius and Pisces. But … Continue reading →

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Canals On Mars – Was Percival Lowell Correct, All Along?

In August 2008, NASA confirmed water on the planet Mars. They have analysed Martian soil samples gathered by the Pheonix lander, from the surface of Mars. How is this done from so far away, you may wonder?

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Neptune – Planet Profile

Neptune is the furthest out of the “Gas Giant” planets and is right out at the limits of our Solar System, 2800 million miles from the Sun. The story of its discovery is fascinating…

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