Bill Nye the Science Guy
S05E15 Comets & Meteors
The vastness of outer space is teeming with more than just celestial bodies like planets and moons. Scattered throughout are tiny fragments—often overlooked—that drift through the cosmos, sometimes colliding with these larger entities. Comets and meteors, composed of dirt, rock, and ice, are significant players in our Universe. Beyond being mere fast-moving space debris, they hold crucial clues about the origins and evolution of the cosmos itself.
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Forensics
Wood Burning Stoves, Orthoses, Ballet Slippers, Buses
Space Exploration
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Genes
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Farming
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Atoms & Molecules
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Goalie Pads, Lapel Pins, Cardboard Boxes, Crystal Wine Glasses
Lakes & Ponds
Cement, Caskets, Soft Drinks, Glider Rockers
Smell
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Caves
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Erosion
Comets & Meteors
Storms
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Science of Music
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