How astronomers hunt for the rocky remnants of our solar system
In short: Beyond the visible stars lie hundreds of thousands of asteroids. This video explores how astronomers identify these celestial bodies and recounts the discovery of the very first asteroid ever found.
Dr. Carrie Nugent, a specialist in thermophysical modeling, explains the methods used to search for and catalog these bits of rock and metal. Her work involves using observations from NASA's space-based infrared telescope, NEOWISE, to study asteroid surfaces.
The video provides context on the scale of asteroid discovery and the specific techniques used to distinguish these objects from other celestial bodies.
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- Also: Carrie Nugent | Speaker | TED
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