Ask an Astronomer

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Ask an Astronomer episodes

October 14, 2005 Why Is Spitzer Painted Black?
The Spitzer Space Telescope has a funny paint job. This 'Ask an Astronomer' segment explains why.
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October 14, 2005 Why Are Solar Eclipses Only Visible in Some Parts of the World?
This 'Ask an Astronomer' episode explains eclipses of the sun and why they can't be seen everywhere.
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October 14, 2005 What Causes an Eclipse of the Moon?
This 'Ask an Astronomer' episode explains lunar eclipses.
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October 14, 2005 Can You Feel a Solar Wind?
This 'Ask an Astronomer' segment attempts to explain what a solar wind is (and is not).
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October 14, 2005 Why Does the Moon Look Like It Changes?
Phases of the Moon are clearly explained in this 'Ask an Astronomer' episode.
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