This course on Venus in Astronomy aims to teach students about the basic properties, size, terrain, major geographic features, volcanoes, and atmospheric conditions of Venus. Students will learn about the interior of Venus, its atmosphere, clouds, wind speed, temperature gradient, and heat content. The course covers topics such as the exploration of Venus, including missions like Venera 7, Venera 8, and Venera 9. The teaching method involves lectures and visual presentations. This course is intended for individuals interested in planetary science, astronomy, or space exploration.
Overview
Syllabus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (1 of 61) Basic Properties
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (2 of 61) Size Comparison
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (3 of 61) Terrain and Color
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (4 of 61) Major Geographic Features
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (5 of 61) Major Volcanoes
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (6 of 61) Geographical Features (Part 1)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (7 of 61) Geographical Features (Part 2)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (8 of 61) Where are the Major Volcano Regions?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (9 of 61) Impact Craters
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (10 of 61) Volcanic Activity
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (11 of 61) The Interior of Venus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (12 of 61) What is he Atmosphere of Venus Like?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (13 of 61) Clouds in the Atmosphere of Venus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (14 of 61) Atmospheric Wind speed
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (15 of 61) The Temperature Gradient of Venus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (16 of 61) Atmospheric Energy Content Calculated (Part 1 of 3)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (17 of 61) Heat Capacity of a Gas (Part 2 of 3)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (18 of 61) Heat Content of a Column of Gas
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (19 of 61) What is the Total Heat Content of Venus' Atmosphere (Part 3)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (20 of 61) How Much Atmosphere does Venus Have?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (21 of 61) Why is it so Hot on Venus?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (22 of 61) How Much Sunlight Reaches the Surface?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (23 of 61) How is Heat Trapped in the Atmosphere of Venus?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (24 of 61) How is Heat Trapped in the Atmosphere of Venus by Gas?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (25 of 61) How did the Atmosphere of Venus Become Like This?
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (26 of 61) Thermal Inertia
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (27 of 61) Exploration of Venus
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (28 of 61) Exploration of Venus Beyond the 1960's (1970's)
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (29 of 61) Exploration of Venus The 1980's to 2010's***
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (30 of 61) The First Landing: Venera 7
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (31 of 61) The Second Landing: Venera 8
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (32 of 61) The First Picture: Venera 9
Astronomy - Ch. 11: Venus (33 of 61) The Second Picture: Venera 10***
Taught by
Michel van Biezen
