Explore the mysteries of Venus in this comprehensive 3.5-hour video series. Delve into the planet's basic properties, size comparison, terrain, and major geographic features. Learn about Venus' volcanoes, impact craters, and volcanic activity. Examine the planet's interior structure and atmospheric composition, including cloud formations and wind speeds. Investigate the temperature gradient and calculate atmospheric energy content. Understand why Venus is so hot and how heat is trapped in its atmosphere. Trace the evolution of Venus' atmosphere and its thermal inertia. Follow the history of Venus exploration from the 1960s to the 2010s, including landmark missions like Venera 7, 8, 9, and 10. Gain a comprehensive understanding of Earth's mysterious sister planet through this in-depth astronomical exploration.
Overview
Syllabus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (1 of 61) Basic Properties
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (2 of 61) Size Comparison
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (3 of 61) Terrain and Color
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (4 of 61) Major Geographic Features
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (5 of 61) Major Volcanoes
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (6 of 61) Geographical Features (Part 1)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (7 of 61) Geographical Features (Part 2)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (8 of 61) Where are the Major Volcano Regions?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (9 of 61) Impact Craters
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (10 of 61) Volcanic Activity
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (11 of 61) The Interior of Venus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (12 of 61) What is he Atmosphere of Venus Like?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (13 of 61) Clouds in the Atmosphere of Venus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (14 of 61) Atmospheric Wind speed
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (15 of 61) The Temperature Gradient of Venus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (16 of 61) Atmospheric Energy Content Calculated (Part 1 of 3)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (17 of 61) Heat Capacity of a Gas (Part 2 of 3)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (18 of 61) Heat Content of a Column of Gas
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (19 of 61) What is the Total Heat Content of Venus' Atmosphere (Part 3)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (20 of 61) How Much Atmosphere does Venus Have?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (21 of 61) Why is it so Hot on Venus?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (22 of 61) How Much Sunlight Reaches the Surface?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (23 of 61) How is Heat Trapped in the Atmosphere of Venus?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (24 of 61) How is Heat Trapped in the Atmosphere of Venus by Gas?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (25 of 61) How did the Atmosphere of Venus Become Like This?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (26 of 61) Thermal Inertia
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (27 of 61) Exploration of Venus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (28 of 61) Exploration of Venus Beyond the 1960's (1970's)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (29 of 61) Exploration of Venus The 1980's to 2010's***
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (30 of 61) The First Landing: Venera 7
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (31 of 61) The Second Landing: Venera 8
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (32 of 61) The First Picture: Venera 9
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (33 of 61) The Second Picture: Venera 10***
Taught by
Michel van Biezen
