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Bringing Dark Matter to Light - VCE Physics Lecture Series

Offered By: University of Melbourne via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the mysteries of dark matter in this 59-minute lecture from the University of Melbourne's VCE Physics Lecture Series. Delve into the world of particle physics as dark matter researchers Maddy Zurowski and Bill Dix unravel the complexities of this elusive substance. Learn about galactic collisions, gravitational lenses, and galactic velocity as evidence for dark matter's existence. Discover various detection methods, including annihilation, collision, and scattering techniques. Examine the principles behind WIMP interactions, scintillators, and the photoelectric effect. Investigate cutting-edge dark matter detection experiments such as SABRE and XENON. Gain insights into muon detectors, radiation, and the challenges of observing dark matter interactions. Perfect for physics enthusiasts and students seeking to understand the frontiers of modern astrophysics and particle physics.

Syllabus

Introduction
What is Dark Matter
Galactic Collision
Gravitational Lenses
Galactic Velocity
Extra Mass
Spin Around
Annihilation
Collision
Scattering
Detector scattering
WIMP
Influence of Mass
Interaction Rate
Scintillator
Ionisation
Cloud Chamber
Photoelectric Effect
Single Photon Pulse
Summary
Muon Detector
Damalibra
Exclusion Plot
Zenon
Sabre
Crystals
Crystal Enclosure
PMTS
Conclusion
Muon Rate
Radiation
Dark Matter Interaction


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The University of Melbourne

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