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    ESA Euronews: The Rosetta Odyssey

    8 July 2010

    In the 19th century, the discovery of the Rosetta Stone unlocked the secrets of Egyptian hieroglyphs. Today, 21st century scientists are hoping that the Rosetta mission will unlock the secrets of the oldest 'building blocks' of our Solar System - the comets - and their origins and influence on our planet.

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