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| العنوان: |
TOUCHING THE STARS. |
| المؤلفون: |
IMARA, NIA |
| المصدر: |
Scientific American; Mar2024, Vol. 330 Issue 3, p30-35, 6p, 7 Color Photographs |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
STARS, PATTERN perception, APPLIED sciences, INTERSTELLAR medium, MOLECULAR clouds, HIGH mass stars |
| مستخلص: |
This article explores the use of 3-D printouts of cosmic clouds to study the process of star formation. Astronomers have found that flat telescope images of molecular clouds, where stars are born, can be difficult to interpret due to their complex structures. By creating physical replicas of these clouds using 3-D printing, researchers can gain a better understanding of their multiple dimensions. The article also delves into the dynamics and spatial architecture of molecular clouds, as well as the factors that influence star formation. Astrophysicist Nia Imara and her team have utilized 3-D printing to visualize the structure of stellar nurseries, enabling a deeper comprehension of the intricate shapes and interactions within these clouds. Through the creation of interactive 3-D models, they aim to identify key structures and patterns that contribute to star formation. The combination of improved observations, simulations, and imaginative approaches is aiding scientists in unraveling the mysteries surrounding the birth of stars. [Extracted from the article] |
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