Space Topics for Students

Discovery Guides

Learn all about planets, the solar system and NASA's exciting missions to explore these alien worlds with robotic spacecraft!

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Slideshow: Mysteries of the Solar System

Spooky things are happening in outer space. Become a solar system sleuth and see if you can solve these mysteries before reading how the scientists did it.

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The Space We Love

Space is filled with all sorts of beautiful images. For Valentines 2011, we asked some JPLers to share their favorite images.

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Black Holes: By the Numbers

What are black holes and how do they form? Get the facts and figures in our slideshow.

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What's Whipping Up the Severe Weather?

Devastating floods in Australia. Crippling snow storms along the eastern seaboard of the United States and in Europe. Torrential rains in South America and heavier than usual rain in California. Do these severe weather conditions have a common origin?

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The Change of Seasons: Views From Space

Our slideshow shows some of the ways seasonal change affects our planet, and invites you to share your own photos of seasonal change where you live.

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Comet Facts for Students

How do comets form and why do they have tails? Get the facts.

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