Astronomical Masses - PROBLEM

Course:
Astronomy

Can you calculate the mass of the SUN just based on info about the Earth's orbit? This is a good challenge problem to follow up with if you've watched our Kepler's Third Law video or our video about Astronomical Masses.

Can you calculate the mass of the SUN just based on info about the Earth's orbit? This is a good challenge problem to follow up with if you've watched our Kepler's Third Law video or our video about Astronomical Masses.

Lessons
Course Info
Neutron Stars
Small Angle Formula
Small Angle Formula - PROBLEM
Parsecs, Light Years, or AU? (Astronomical Distances)
Astronomical Distances - PROBLEMS
Kepler's First Law of Motion
Kepler's Second Law of Motion
Kepler's Third Law of Motion
Astronomical Masses
Astronomical Masses - PROBLEM
Brightness, Magnitude, & Luminosity - PROBLEMS
Black Holes
White Dwarf Stars
Let's Go To Mars
What is Earthshine?
Discovery of Uranus
Eclipses
Course Page
Astronomy
Course Description
Come with us as we explore our Universe! Learn about various celestial bodies including Neutron Stars, White Dwarfs, Black Holes, and more. We visit Mars, and explain the phenomenon of Earthshine. You will even learn all three of Kepler's Laws.