Montgomery College Astronomy Professor Carrie Fitzgerald, Ph.D. speaksabout solar system distances, what the definition is of a parsec, and how to use a Cepheid into measuring distances. Astronomy emphasizes the appreciation of the Earth's relationship to the universe. The basic laws of physics as they apply to astronomy are covered as are telescopes, data collection, and analysis techniques utilized by astronomers." The World Beyond the Stars is an astronomy lecture series that explores topics that range from the zenith of the sun, to the theories oflife on other planets.
Broadcast In: English Duration: 0:18:40