Cracking the cosmic clock: how scientists determine the age of a star
In short: Determining the age of a star is one of the most difficult yet essential tasks in modern astronomy. This video features astrophysicist and Museum Curator Ruth Angus, who explains the innovative methods used to estimate stellar ages to understand the evolution of our Milky Way.
To understand how the Milky Way Galaxy evolves, scientists must piece together a complex cosmic puzzle. Since stars do not come with timestamps, researchers rely on indirect indicators to estimate their age.
The video explores how astronomers use specific physical markers, such as rotation rates, the presence of sunspots, and brightness measurements, to calculate how long a star has existed.
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