Bibliograph

Understanding the universe, an introduction to astronomy, Part 4, Discs 7-8

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Understanding the universe, an introduction to astronomy, Part 4, Discs 7-8

Language

eng

Characteristic

videorecording

Main title

Understanding the universe

Series statement

Great courses DVD. Math, science, & economics

Sub title

an introduction to astronomy

Summary

Lectures designed to provide a non-technical description of modern astronomy, including the structure and evolution of planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe as a whole. The new discoveries reported in the 2003 course are integrated and recent findings (through mid-2006) are included

Table Of Contents

Part 4 of 8, Discs 7-8, lectures 37-48. Disc 7: 37. The formation of planetary systems -- 38. The quest for other planetary systems -- 39. Extra-solar planets galore! -- 40. Life beyond the Earth -- 41. The search for extraterrestrials -- 42. Special relativity and interstellar travelDisc 8: 43. Stars-distant suns -- 44. Intrinsic brightness of stars -- 45. Diverse sizes of stars -- 46. Binary stars and stellar masses -- 47. Star clusters, ages, and remote distances -- 48. How stars shine-nature's nuclear reactors

Technique

live action

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