Episode of Series “The Solar System”.
Uses special effects to create an impression of what is known of the structural character of the inner planets - Mercury, Venus and Mars. explains why life cannot be sustained on these planets. Suitable for middle and upper primary levels.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
507790
Language
English
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Science - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Astronomy
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Mars (Planet)
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Mercury (Planet)
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Planets
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Science - Study and teaching
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Solar system
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)