Exploring Planets and Moons in Our Solar System

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What can planets and moons teach us about the solar system and the possibility of life beyond Earth? In this webcast, planetary scientists David Rothery and Mark Fox-Powell discuss planets, moons and the latest developments in planetary science and astronomy. Originally created for students in The Open University planetary science community, including learners studying S283 and “Moons” on FutureLearn and OpenLearn, this session explores key ideas in astronomy, planetary geology and astrobiology. The discussion covers how scientists study planets and moons, what space missions are revealing about the solar system, and why moons are becoming increasingly important in the search for extraterrestrial life. Topics explored include: * Planets and moons in the solar system * Planetary science and astronomy * Astrobiology and the search for life * Space exploration and discovery * Studying planetary systems Watch more astronomy and space science content from The Open University. https://www.open.ac.uk/courses/science/certificates/certificate-in-astronomy-and-planetary-science-s10/ https://www.open.edu/openlearn/science-maths-technology/ https://www.open.ac.uk/ #Astronomy #PlanetaryScience #SpaceScience #SolarSystem #Astrobiology #TheOpenUniversity

Published 2026-06-23 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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