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June 1993 |
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Features The Sands of Mars By
Ken Edgett, Paul Geissler, Ken Herkenhoff Most of Martian history may lie hidden in the planet's drifts and dunes. |
pg. 26 |
A Peculiar Twist By
Thomas Steiman-Cameron A twisted, dusty disk in the galaxy NGC 4753 reveals massive amounts of dark matter. |
pg. 36 |
The Age Paradox By
Ray Jayawardhana Why do stellar astronomers argue that the universe is billions of years older than cosmologists think? |
pg. 38 |
ASTRONOMY Sky Almanac Choosing Eyepieces: A Buyer's Guide By
Alan Dyer New eyepieces are the best way to upgrade your telescope. Here's a complete guide to buying them. |
pg. 56 |
Exploring the North Polar Sky By
Deborah Byrd A delightful collection of constellations rich in legend and lore awaits you on any clear night. |
pg. 68 |
The Digital Universe By
Alan Dyer Armed with the latest CCD cameras, astrophotographers are capturing supersharp planets, breathtaking galaxies, and colorful nebulae. |
pg. 74 |
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