The Probe on a Mission to Touch the Sun
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the mysteries of our Sun and NASA's groundbreaking mission to study it up close in this 13-minute TED talk by astrophysicist Nour E. Rawafi. Learn about the Sun's life-sustaining energy, explosive geomagnetic storms, and the cutting-edge Parker Solar Probe designed to venture deeper into the Sun's atmosphere than ever before. Discover how this unprecedented mission aims to unravel the secrets of our nearest star and its potential impact on society's future. Gain insights into humanity's closest approach to a star and the scientific advancements driving our understanding of the Sun's complex nature.
Syllabus
The Probe on a Mission To Touch the Sun | Nour E. Rawafi | TED
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TED
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