Minor Members of the Solar System

Year Published: 1959

Format: 16mm

Description: Discusses the small objects or debris that travel in and out among the planets in the solar system. Uses diagrams, models, and photographs to show and explain the physical make-up, size, movements, and origin of asteroids, comets, and meteors. Describes the major comets that orbit in the solar system including the visit of Haley's comet in 1910. Tells about the formation of meteors and meteorites and shows examples. Feature James S. Pickering of the American Museum-Hayden Planetarium.

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