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Is there an easy way to prove the Earth is round?

Humans have known, and proven, that the earth is round for a fair few millennia, but how can you prove it yourself?

Asked by: Davis Shears, Aberystwyth

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Yes, travel. Because the Earth’s surface is curved, you’ll notice that different constellations of stars are revealed.

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Robert is a science writer and visiting professor of science at Aston University. He likes maths, West End musicals and hamsters.

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