Word: erosion
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In addition to the continued observations of the new planet "Eros," carried on by Professor Pickering and Professor Wendell, at the Observatory, there is an unusually large amount of photographic work now being done by the department in intricate astronomical research.
Observations of the new planet "Eros" which were started by the Astronomical Department in South America last April are now being continued at the University Observatory under the direction of Professor Pickering and Professor O. C. Wendell.
The most interesting and important of these observations was held last night, when the planet reached the same point in its loopshaped orbit at which it was previously observed by Professor Wendell. The atmosphere was fairly clear and several views were taken, but their value is not yet assured. By...
The newly discovered planet Eros is now the object of special investigation at the Harvard Observatory. At the present time the planet is nearer the earth than any other heavenly body with the exception of the moon, and is in opposition with the sun. Owing to its favorable position its...
A photographic plate was taken of Eros at Arequipa, Penn, in April and the first of a long series in Cambridge was obtained in July. Owing to its great distance from the earth and consequent faintness a time exposure of two hours and a half was necessary. Plates are now...