NASA | Swift: A Decade of Game-changing Astrophysics

The video discusses the dynamic nature of the universe and the creation of the SWIFT satellite to detect gamma ray bursts. It shares personal experiences of working with SWIFT, highlighting its impact on daily life. The video also covers SWIFT's evolving role in observing various cosmic phenomena and its significant achievements. It concludes with the potential for future discoveries, emphasizing SWIFT's importance in astrophysics.

What was the initial belief about the universe before the SWIFT mission?

• It was shrinking.

• It was highly dynamic.

• It was static and unchanging.

• It was rapidly expanding.

What is the primary purpose of the SWIFT satellite?

• To observe the sun.

• To monitor ocean currents.

• To detect gamma-ray bursts.

• To study the Earth's atmosphere.

How often does the SWIFT satellite detect gamma-ray bursts?

• Once a month.

• Once a year.

• Twice a week.

• Every day.

What significant discovery did SWIFT make about a gamma-ray burst in 2009?

• It was the largest gamma-ray burst ever recorded.

• It was one of the most distant objects ever detected.

• It was the first gamma-ray burst detected in the visible spectrum.

• It was the closest gamma-ray burst ever detected.

What new types of astronomical phenomena has SWIFT been used to study?

• Supernovae, novae, and black hole transients.

• Only black holes.

• Only gamma-ray bursts.

• Only comets.

What makes SWIFT unique compared to other missions?

• Its focus on Earth's weather.

• Its large size.

• Its ability to observe the sun.

• Its rapid response to new events.

What is emphasized as a key factor in SWIFT's success?

• The location of the satellite.

• The age of the satellite.

• The dedication of the team behind the mission.

• The size of the satellite.