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Venus And The 18th Century Space Race

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The Challenges of the 18th Century Space Race

This chapter explores the daring expeditions of 18th-century astronomers who sought to measure Venus's transit across the sun, highlighting the severe challenges they faced. It also introduces the mathematical principles involved in determining distances in space, paving the way for a greater understanding of our solar system.

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