Provides a basic introduction to astronomy. Includes a visit to Kitt Peak National Observatory, interviews with astronomers and technicians and recent telescopic photography. Suitable for upper primary, lower and middle secondary levels.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
506342
Language
English
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Astronomers
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Astronomy
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Outer space - Exploration
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Photography - Scientific applications
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Radio telescopes
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)