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Published online 1 June 2007 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news070528-11
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Fathers of the zodiac tracked down
Astronomer shows when and where his ancient counterparts worked.
Using modern techniques — and some rocks — a US astronomer has traced the origin of a set of ancient clay tablets to a precise date and place. The tablets show constellations thought to be precursors of the present-day zodiac.
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