What's Inside a Star?

Offered By: TED via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of spectroscopy in this 17-minute TED talk by Garik Israelian. Delve into the intricate process of studying a star's spectrum to uncover its composition and potential behavior. Gain rare insights into this scientific discipline that may be on the brink of discovering a planet capable of supporting life. Learn how spectroscopists analyze the light emitted by stars to reveal their inner workings and understand the universe around us. Discover the cutting-edge techniques and technologies used in this field, and how they contribute to our understanding of celestial bodies and the search for habitable worlds beyond our own.

Syllabus

Garik Israelian: What's inside a star?

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TED

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