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AaS! 133: How Do We Know the Earth Is Curved?
Episode 133

AaS! 133: How Do We Know the Earth Is Curved?

Ask a Spaceman!

August 4, 202032m 53s

Show Notes

Why do people believe the Earth is flat? How do we know it's curved? Is a debate even worth it? I discuss these questions and more in today's Ask a Spaceman!

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