How the Horizon Works

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How the Horizon Works

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Oct 11, 2013

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When you stand at the water's edge and look out toward the horizon, how far away can you actually see? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the horizon and the curvature of Earth. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Oct 11, 2013

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