Learning lessons from the Moon

Learning lessons from the Moon

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Rethinking dyslexia

Dyslexia is a condition which makes it difficult for people to read, write and spell. But, can the ability to process information differently actually be an advantage? And why do dyslexics make excellent spies? Phil and Pippa discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary.Find a ...  Afficher plus

Why are billionaires building bunkers?

People around the world have been preparing for what they believe will be a major world disaster in the near future. Now, some tech billionaires are joining the trend by building underground bunker complexes to keep them safe if the world order collapses. Do they know something w ...  Afficher plus

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Lecture 30: The Moon
Astronomy 161 - Introduction to Solar System Astronomy - Autumn 2007

What physical processes have shaped the Moon? In this lecture, I describe the surface features of the Moon (the Maria and Highlands), how crater density tells us the relative ages of terrains, and what we have learned about Moon rocks returned by astronauts and robotic probes. I ...  Afficher plus

Why Does The Moon Fascinate Us So Much?
Space

Why has the moon fascinated humans for so long? The moon in culture, how it affects life on Earth and what the moon is really like. Originally broadcast 21 July 2014. 

Does the full Moon make us act oddly?
Discovery

Listener Paul Don asks: "I'm wondering what's the feasibility of terraforming another planet ie Mars and if it is possible to do the same thing with something like the moon? Or, why isn't there already a moon-base? Surely that is easier."Dr Adam Rutherford and Dr Hannah Fry consi ...  Afficher plus

Rocket hits the Moon
Learning English from the News

Part of an abandoned rocket is thought to have hit the Moon last Friday, say scientists.