The Science Behind Twinkling Stars
When one looks up at the night sky, the twinkling stars are a sight to behold. This natural wonder has fascinated humanity for centuries, but why do stars twinkle?According to astronomers, the phenomenon known as 'stellar scintillation' is responsible for the twinkling effect seen from Earth. This occurs due to the Earth's atmosphere causing the light from stars to bend as it travels towards us.Dr...More
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