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➤ Stars & Stellar Evolution • Galaxies & Universe Structure • Cosmology & Big Bang Theory • Black Holes & Neutron Stars • Astronomy Theory & Observations • Time Travel & Extraterrestrial LifeThis podcast, "Astronomy 162 - Stars, Galaxies, & the Universe," is aimed at non-science majors interested in an introductory exploration of astronomy. Recorded during the Winter Quarter of 2006 at The Ohio State University, it provides a comprehensive overview of various astronomical concepts delivered through lecture audio by Professor Richard Pogge. The episodes chronologically delve into a wide array of topics concerning stellar and galactic phenomena as well as broader cosmic principles.
The podcast discusses fundamental methods in astronomy such as measuring stellar distances and brightness, and it introduces listeners to the properties, structures, and lifecycles of stars, including their evolution from formation to endpoints like white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes. It further explores the nuances of stellar spectra and the Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram, providing insights into how stars are categorized and how their various attributes are interconnected.
A significant portion is devoted to galactic topics, including the structure of the Milky Way, the classification of other galaxies, and the nature of galaxy groups and clusters. Issues such as galaxy collisions and the enigmatic properties of active galaxies and quasars are also covered.
Furthermore, the podcast addresses cosmological concepts, explaining phenomena like the expansion of the Universe, Big Bang theory, and the ultimate fate of the Universe. Episodes also touch upon advanced topics such as dark matter and dark energy, relativity, and even the speculative realm of time travel.
Finally, the podcast considers astrobiological questions, contemplating the existence of life beyond Earth. By weaving together a range of astronomical theories and observations, this podcast offers learners a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of astronomy and cosmology.
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Welcome to Astronomy 162 2006-Mar-10 |
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Lectures 1-4: An Explanation 2006-Nov-27 |
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Lecture 05: Distances of the Stars 2006-Jan-09 |
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Lecture 06: The Motions of the Stars 2006-Jan-10 |
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Lecture 07: Stellar Brightness 2006-Jan-11 |
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Lecture 08: Stellar Masses & Radii 2006-Jan-12 |
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Lecture 09: Stellar Spectra 2006-Jan-13 |
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Lecture 10: Synthesis: The Herzsprung-Russell Diagram 2006-Jan-17 |
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Lecture 11: The Internal Structure of Stars 2006-Jan-18 |
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Lecture 12: As Long as the Sun Shines 2006-Jan-19 |
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Lecture 13: Energy Generation and Transport in Stars 2006-Jan-23 |
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Lecture 14: Star Formation 2006-Jan-24 |
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Lecture 15: The Main Sequence 2006-Jan-25 |
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Lecture 16: The Evolution of Low-Mass Stars 2006-Jan-26 |
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Lecture 17: The Evolution of High-Mass Stars 2006-Jan-27 |
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Lecture 18: Supernovae 2006-Jan-30 |
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Lecture 19: Extreme Stars: White Dwarfs & Neutron Stars 2006-Jan-31 |
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Lecture 20: Black Holes 2006-Feb-01 |
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Lecture 21: Testing Stellar Evolution 2006-Feb-02 |
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Lecture 22: The Cosmic Distance Problem 2006-Feb-06 |
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Lecture 23: The Milky Way 2006-Feb-07 |
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Lecture 24: The Realm of the Nebulae 2006-Feb-08 |
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Lecture 25: A Tale of Two Galaxies, The Milky Way and Andromeda 2006-Feb-09 |
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Lecture 26: Spiral Galaxies 2006-Feb-10 |
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Lecture 27: Spirals, Ellipticals, & Irregular (Oh My!) 2006-Feb-13 |
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Lecture 28: Groups & Clusters of Galaxies 2006-Feb-14 |
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Lecture 29: When Galaxies Collide 2006-Feb-15 |
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Lecture 30: Active Galaxies & Quasars 2006-Feb-16 |
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Lecture 31: A Tale of Two World Views: Special Relativity 2006-Feb-20 |
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Lecture 32: Space, Time, & Gravity: General Relativity 2006-Feb-21 |
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Lecture 33: Einstein's Universe 2006-Feb-22 |
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Lecture 34: The Expanding Universe 2006-Feb-23 |
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Lecture 35: The Cosmic Distance Scale 2006-Feb-24 |
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Lecture 36: The Big Bang 2006-Feb-27 |
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Lecture 37: The Whispers of Creation 2006-Feb-28 |
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Lecture 38: The First Three Minutes 2006-Mar-01 |
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Lecture 39: The Fate of the Universe 2006-Mar-02 |
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Lecture 40: The Once and Future Sun 2006-Mar-06 |
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Lecture 41: Dark Matter & Dark Energy 2006-Mar-07 |
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Lecture 42: Time Travel 2006-Mar-08 |
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Lecture 43: Life in the Universe, Part I 2006-Mar-09 |
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Lecture 44: Life, the Universe, and Everything (Life Part II) 2006-Mar-10 |
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Astronomy 141 Podcast Teaser 2009-Dec-06 |