Explore the fascinating world of black holes in this comprehensive 30-minute video series. Delve into the nature of black holes, their infinite density, and the structure of both inactive and active black holes. Learn about the photon sphere, the concept of spaghettification, and how an astronaut's weight would change at the event horizon. Discover methods for detecting black holes and examine supermassive black holes at the center of the Milky Way and in the Virgo Cluster. Gain a deeper understanding of these mysterious cosmic phenomena through clear explanations and diagrams.
Overview
Syllabus
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (1 of 10) What is a Black Hole?
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (2 of 10) The Ultimate (Infinite) Density
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (3 of 10) Diagram of an Inactive Black Hole
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (4 of 10) Diagram of an Active Black Hole
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (5 of 10) What is the Photon Sphere?
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (6 of 10) Spaghettification of an Astronaut
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (7 of 10) How Much Would You Weigh at the Event Horizon?
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (8 of 10) How Can We "see" a Black Hole?
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (9 of 10) Super Massive Black Hole at the Center of the Milky Way
Astronomy - Ch. 23: Black Holes (10 of 10) Super Massive Black Hole in the the Virgo Cluster
Taught by
Michel van Biezen
