03. How do we know where we are in space at any one moment? Are there any maps? (A K2S Question)

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We can look up to see the stars to understand where we are. After a while, they become familiar, and you feel like you are looking at a very cool road atlas!

Answer provided by Col. USAF Catherine Coleman, Ph.D.


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