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Solar System Astronomy

Course #: PHYSIC 126, Class #: 1405, Section #: 01

Description

Descriptive introduction to the study of the solar system and its structure. Topics include the historical development of early astronomy; the properties of the sun; the planets and their satellites; comets, asteroids, and meteorites; the results of spacecraft exploration.

Prerequisites

MATH Q114 or equivalent Math Placement Test scores or permission of instuctor

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