Learn on PengiAmplify Science (California) Grade 8Chapter 4: Science Seminar (Case Study: Kepler-47c)

Lesson 1: Analyzing Kepler-47c

Key Idea.

Section 1

Applying the Model to New Systems

Key Idea

To determine if eclipses happen in the Kepler-47c system (a binary star system), we apply our model: Source + Blocker + Receiver.

We must analyze how having two light sources changes the shadows.

Section 2

Binary Shadows

Key Idea

In a binary system, two stars create two separate light paths coming from different angles.

If a planet blocks light from Star A, light from Star B might still shine on the moon from the side.

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Section 1

Applying the Model to New Systems

Key Idea

To determine if eclipses happen in the Kepler-47c system (a binary star system), we apply our model: Source + Blocker + Receiver.

We must analyze how having two light sources changes the shadows.

Section 2

Binary Shadows

Key Idea

In a binary system, two stars create two separate light paths coming from different angles.

If a planet blocks light from Star A, light from Star B might still shine on the moon from the side.