Neil deGrasse Tyson
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Why Do We Still Use 'Knots'?

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November 14, 2024

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What is a knot? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice break down how we measure nautical speed. Learn about latitude and longitude and whether aliens know about the prime meridian. How has ocean navigation changed since the age of the pirates?

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