Have you ever eaten a Milky Way candy bar?
Have you noticed how many everyday products are named after astronomy terms?
Ever wonder about the science behind these popular consumer brand names?
For example, the candy bar "Milky Way" was named after our home galaxy
— one of the many countless galaxies in the universe!
- Have you seen other astronomy terms used somewhere? Want to make your own video? Send us your video explanations on astronomy terms you’ve spotted!
Use #PopAstronomyMIT on social media and share your explorations with us!
ABOUT POP! ASTRONOMY VIDEO SERIES
MIT students from the 8.282 class "Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics" chose their favorite astronomy term and learned how to make light board videos about it. By developing their own videos, they gained experience in condensing science concepts into accessible and engaging stories, and to tell them in front of the camera. Such science communication skills are essential for emerging scientists. Thank you to all of the students for participating!
This videos series was supported by the National Science Foundation under grant AST-1716251 (PI Anna Frebel). www.nsf.gov
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