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Astronomy

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Embark on a captivating journey through the cosmos in this comprehensive astronomy video series. Explore a wide range of celestial bodies, including neutron stars, white dwarfs, and black holes. Venture to Mars and uncover the fascinating phenomenon of Earthshine. Master all three of Kepler's Laws of planetary motion. Delve into practical astronomical concepts such as using the small angle formula, understanding units of mass and light measurement in space, and distinguishing between parsecs, light years, and astronomical units. Investigate the history of astronomical discoveries, like the detection of Uranus, and learn about different types of eclipses. Whether you're a budding astronomer or simply curious about the universe, this series offers an engaging and informative exploration of our cosmic neighborhood.

Syllabus

Learn MORE Astronomy with Socratica #Shorts
What are neutron stars? (Astronomy)
How to Use Small Angle Formula + SUPERMOON & MICROMOON (Astronomy)
Kepler’s First Law of Motion - Elliptical Orbits (Astronomy)
Kepler’s Second Law of Motion - Equal Area in Equal Time (Astronomy)
Kepler's Third Law of Motion - Law of Periods (Astronomy)
Units of MASS in Astronomy ✷ Solar Masses ✷ Jupiter Masses ✷ Earth Masses
Measuring LIGHT in Astronomy ✷ How BRIGHT are stars, really?
PARSECS, Light Years, or AU? (Astronomy)
What is a Black Hole? -- Black Holes Explained
What are white dwarfs? (Astronomy)
Would you go to MARS? || Astronomy || Space Exploration
What is Earthshine? (Astronomy)
The Discovery of Uranus (Astronomy)
What are Eclipses? || Solar Eclipse || Lunar Eclipse || Astronomy

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