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Introduction to Astrophysics, Episode 16

Label
Introduction to Astrophysics, Episode 16
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Main title
Introduction to Astrophysics
Medium
electronic resource
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Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2018
Runtime
33
Summary
Learn how stars work by delving into stellar structure, using the Sun as a model. Relying on several physical principles and sticking to order-of-magnitude calculations, determine the pressure and temperature at the center of the Sun, and the time it takes for energy generated in the interior to reach the surface, which amounts to thousands of years. Apply your conclusions to other stars
Technique
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