DSCOVR satellite to offer Earth a much-needed selfie
Friday, February 13, 2015 - 11:00
in Astronomy & Space
A new satellite called the Deep Space Climate Observatory that launched this week will provide a unique picture of the whole Earth, as well as valuable data about the planet, writes Bob McDonald.
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