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Eyes on Earth is a new,
highly interactive science exhibition that focuses on the Earth Observing
System (EOS), NASA's primary satellite mission. This small group of
man-made scientific observers is constantly scanning our planet - tracking
weather, monitoring pollution, creating maps and gathering information
that helps scientists predict storms, monitor forest fires and study
holes in the ozone. Eyes on Earth brings these concepts "down
to earth" through a combination of fun, accessible and interactive
stations. Developed by the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and
sponsored in part by Honeywell International and Pfizer, Eyes on
Earth is at the Morris Museum from January 27 through May 2, 2004.
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| Mission Kiosk |
Eyes on Earth explores the basics of satellites,
orbits, and satellite technology. Specifically, visitors to the exhibition
can build their
own working satellite and customize it to perform tasks of their
choice; launch marble "satellites" into "space" at
the Orbit Table; take a look at the various NASA EOS missions currently
studying the ozone layer, weather, urban growth and environmental
change; learn about the importance of the ozone layer in the Ozone
Zone; discover the science behind a geosynchronous orbit, where
a satellite circles the earth once each day directly above the
equator;
and experience cutting-edge technology used by EOS to understand
how oceans affect the weather.
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