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Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, explains the importance of near-earth objects in helping us understand the origins of our solar system.

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Curious Minds: Astronomy - Season 1

S01 E012015-01-01

Are Asteroids A Hazard?From their role in extinction events to current impact possibilities, Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, explains the dangers posed by asteroids. Could we ever really prevent an impact from an asteroid hurtling through space to earth?

S01 E022015-01-01

Are We Alone In The Universe?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, outlines the current search for life outside of Earth and what it would mean to humanity should we find it.

S01 E032015-01-01

Could Life Exist On Europa?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, looks at Europa, one of Jupiter's moons; the ingredients found within it could sustain life.

S01 E042015-01-01

Did Asteroids Bring Life To Earth?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, explains how we might have migrated to Earth from another planet.

S01 E052015-01-01

Does Jupiter Shield Earth?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, explains Jupiter's role as Earth's protector.

S01 E062015-01-01

Does Space Have Extremophiles?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, describes the harsh conditions that may harbor life as well as which planets may be habitable for living organisms.

S01 E072015-01-01

How Many Stars And Planets?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, surveys the number of stars and planets believed to exist in the Universe.

S01 E082015-01-01

How Old Is The Universe?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, explains how we're currently able to look into the Universe's past.

S01 E092015-01-01

Is There Life Out There?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, highlights what would be the biggest discovery by mankind.

S01 E102015-01-01

Meteor Show And TellNick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, displays different meteor fragments, as well as explaining from whence they came.

S01 E112015-01-01

Mission To PlutoAn overview of Pluto's atmosphere, surface and seasonality by Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory.

S01 E122015-01-01

Next Generation Of Planetary ScientistsNick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, details the exciting questions that will motivate a new generation of scientists.

S01 E132015-01-01

Robotic Or Manned Missions?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, expounds on the importance of man mission to space.

S01 E142015-01-01

Russian Meteor StrikeIn 2013, a meteor entered the Earth's atmosphere over the Chelyabinsk region of Russia. Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, recounts this highly documented event.

S01 E152015-01-01

The Difference Between Comets And AsteroidsHow do these two objects differ from one another, if at all? Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, compares these two space solar system bodies.

S01 E162015-01-01

What Is A Meteor?Meteor, meteoroids, meteorites, what's the difference? Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, gives us the answer.

S01 E172015-01-01

Why Study Near-Earth Objects?Nick Moskovitz, astronomer at the Lowell Observatory, explains the importance of near-earth objects in helping us understand the origins of our solar system.

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