Worlds Revealed Speaker Series | Iron Rain to Supersonic Winds
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series
Iron Rain to Supersonic Winds: Our View of Exo-Jupiters with Dr. James Sikora
Thirty years ago, astronomers discovered the first planet outside the Solar System — a Jupiter-sized gas giant dubbed 51 Pegasi b — that was soon followed by hundreds of similar discoveries. These exoplanets are remarkable for their extremely high temperatures that can cause thousand mile-per-hour wind speeds and raindrops made of liquid iron. In this talk, Dr. Sikora will discuss how astronomers study exo-Jupiters, what we’ve learned about these strange worlds, and what this can tell us about the role Jupiter plays in shaping our own Solar System.
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Step into a universe of discovery with Worlds Revealed, Lowell Observatory’s exclusive speaker series. This engaging program invites diverse staff and experts to share their unique perspectives, bridging the gap between science, art, and exploration. Learn about exciting topics like the intersection of music and astronomy, the operations behind our world-class telescopes, or unexpected connections like animals and stars, Worlds Revealed offers a captivating inside look at the ideas and stories that inspire wonder and shape our understanding of the cosmos.
