In this episode, we explore the fascinating star Betelgeuse and its mysterious dimming event in 2021. We learn how a new study used high-resolution images from the European Southern Observatory (ESO) to reveal the cause of the dimming: a cloud of dust that formed from silicon monoxide molecules and obscured half of the star’s surface. We also discuss the implications and significance of this study for understanding Betelgeuse and other red supergiants, as well as some of the common misconceptions and myths about Betelgeuse and its dimming event. Join us as we uncover the secrets and wonders of this amazing star.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:25 The Cause of the Dimming: A Dusty Cloud
03:36 A New Perspective on Red Supergiants
05:15 A Reality Check: The Misconceptions and Myths about Betelgeuse
07:27 Outro
08:04 Enjoy
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