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Waves, Signals, and Cosmic Aromas: A Q&A Journey Through Space

Waves, Signals, and Cosmic Aromas: A Q&A Journey Through Space

Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries vor 1 Monat

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In this intriguing Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts
Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle a variety of
cosmic queries from listeners. Join them as they explore the
fascinating world of radio telescopes and how they produce images
from radio waves, delve into the complexities of gravitational
waves, and ponder the sounds and smells of space.

Key topics include:

- How photographic images are generated from radio telescopes,
despite only receiving radio waves, and the fundamental principles
behind this technology.

- A deep dive into gravitational waves, their impact on space, and
how LIGO detects these minute disturbances in the fabric of
spacetime.

- An imaginative discussion on what sounds might exist in space and
the potential smells one could encounter beyond Earth’s atmosphere,
including the curious idea of cosmic fragrances.

Join Andrew and Jonty as they demystify these concepts, providing
clarity and insights into the wonders of astronomy and space
science.

00:00 - Space Nuts aims to answer questions from the audience about
astronomy and space science

01:37 - Were the pyramids built by aliens or were they built by
humans

04:26 - How is a photographic image produced from a radio telescope
and not an optical telescope

12:36 - Dean: I often hear about gravity waves and I have a hard
time visualising

20:15 - Andrew Dunkley: I think ideas become easier to explain over
time

22:45 - Our next question comes from David from Port Washington,
New York

30:37 - Several volcanoes have blown up since we've been to
them

32:08 - The metropolitan area of Auckland contains 53
volcanoes

35:02 - If you could take a big inhale, what would space smell
like

36:22 - If you would like to send us some questions, please do
through our website

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