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'Stellar' interferometry with streetlights

Authors :
Sharpe, John
Source :
The Physics Teacher. Oct, 2001, Vol. 39 Issue 7, p428, 3 p.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

An experiment is described that teaches students the principles of stellar interferometry using binoculars or a small telescope to measure the sized of distant street lights. This experiment shows students the principles behind optical interferometry and how it is used with much more powerful equipment to measure stars.

Details

ISSN :
0031921X
Volume :
39
Issue :
7
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The Physics Teacher
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.78794949