Microlensing, Astrometry and Other Methods for Exoplanet Detection - Lecture 6
Offered By: Yale University via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of planetary discovery in this 47-minute lecture from Yale University's Frontiers/Controversies in Astrophysics course. Delve into the concept of transits, crucial astronomical events that aid in identifying new planets. Learn how astronomers use light obscuration during transits to gather vital information about stars and planets, including size, density, and radial velocity. Examine the theory of planetary migration to understand the stark differences between Inner and Outer Solar System bodies. Investigate potential issues in our Solar System resulting from migration. The lecture covers complexities of Hot Jupiters, limits of transit-based planet detection, metallicity's role in planetary formation, and the consequences of planetary migration theory. Gain insights into cutting-edge astrophysics research and expand your understanding of our cosmic neighborhood.
Syllabus
- Chapter 1. Complexities and New Observations on Hot Jupiters
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- Chapter 2. Discovery of Planetary Transits
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- Chapter 3. Limits of Finding Planets Directly from Transits
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- Chapter 4. Metallicity and Planetary Migration
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- Chapter 5. Consequences and Limits of the Idea of Planetary Migration
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