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Extraterrestrial bases

Scope note

Use only for manned installations established on natural extraterrestrial bodies for specific functions. For larger communities established in space or on natural extraterrestrial bodies, use "space colonies." For manned artificial satellites set to revolve in a fixed orbit and serving as a base for specific functions, use "space stations."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30008029

Broader Terms used

extraterrestrial structures

Narrower Terms used

lunar bases

Equivalent Terms used

extraterrestrial base

Created

13yrs ago

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