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Our Space Ship and the Solar System

1998
Information about the nine planets and the sun includes mythology associated with them as well as statistical information on the surface, the core, rotation, solar wind, solar output, and atmosphere. Satellites presented are Mariner, Viking, Voyager, Magellan, Hubble, and Galileo. Beyond the solar system, you'll find information on phenomena such as asteroids, the Milky Way, nebulae, and supernovas. Test your knowledge of the universe by playing the Race the Sun quiz.