
SOFIA: Stars and the Space Between
The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy—SOFIA—is the only airborne telescope in the world. Infrared imaging of stars and planets is difficult from ground-based observatories because water vapor in Earth's lower atmosphere blocks most infrared radiation. SOFIA operates from a modified Boeing 747, soaring above this vapor to capture infrared emissions from distant galaxies..
Released: 2012-03-12
Genre:
Documentaire
Production:
The American Museum of Natural History
Duration: 8 minutes min
Langue:
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budget:
Budget non disponible