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Episode 37: How to Date a Star

Episode 37: How to Date a Star

Fromastro[sound]bites


Episode 37: How to Date a Star

Fromastro[sound]bites

ratings:
Length:
43 minutes
Released:
Jun 6, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode, we discuss the varied methods used to determine stellar ages. Alex shares how planetary companions can slow the spin of twirling stars, Will compares the  spectroscopic fingerprints of binary systems (thanks, Barium!), and Malena provides some peaceful pulsations to enjoy on your next afternoon walk.
 
Astrobites:
astrobites.org/2021/05/24 
astrobites.org/2019/05/21 
 
Space sound: http://www.classicalmusicsentinel.com/KEEP/keep-talman.html
Credit: Jeff Talman and Daniel Huber
Released:
Jun 6, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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Astrobites for your ears. Three grad students bring you cutting-edge research findings in astronomy and connect the dots between diverse subfields.