Why Do Stars Twinkle?
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Science, Physics
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11th Grade - University
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Hard
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The video explains why stars twinkle, a phenomenon known as stellar scintillation, caused by Earth's atmosphere. As starlight passes through atmospheric layers, it refracts, making stars appear to flicker. The Hubble Space Telescope avoids this issue by capturing images from space, resulting in clear photos. Twinkling also helps distinguish stars from planets, as planets appear more stable due to their proximity. The video concludes with a fun fact about wishing on stars.
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What is the significance of the Hubble Space Telescope in observing stars?
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Explain how scintillation can help distinguish between stars and planets.
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