Explore the Universe

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Explore the universe with Dr. Nick Strobel as he explains astronomical events and how to safely observe these events. Dr. Strobel includes references for you to explore even further.

BC Planetarium Shows

Asteroid in space.

Asteroid Impact on Earth

Learn bout the Chelyabinsk 2013 incident, asteroid DA14, and the Yarkovsky Effect.

Closeup of a metal meteorite.

Is it a Meteorite or a "Meteorwrong"?

Information and references to research if that strange rock you found could be a meteorite.
Mars, the red planet.

Mars Science Laboratory

The largest, most sophisticated robotic rover, Mars Science Laboratory (MSL), landed safely on Mars on the evening of August 5th, 2012.
Sun with a spot.

Observing the Sun Safely

Tips on equipment and creating filters to observe the sun without damaging your eyes.
Moon in a blue sky.

Once in a Blue Moon

Where did that saying come from and what does it mean?
Close up of moon with lines on top and bottom.

Super Moon?! Well...

Learn more about the Moon and the buzz Nasa Science News started in 2012 about a super Moon.

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