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The Asteroids is a short and accessible introduction for younger readers, presenting the bodies that roam the solar system—planetoids, minor planets, and meteoroids. The text explains their characteristics, how they move, and what distinguishes them from one another. Designed as a juvenile astronomy resource, the book offers clear explanations and engaging facts to spark interest in outer‑space science.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Science/Astronomy
Authors: Isaac Asimov
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