Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar was an Indian-American astrophysicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1983 for his work on stellar evolution, particularly the Chandrasekhar Limit, which explains the mass limit for white dwarf stars.
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The Indian Institute of Astrophysics is located in Bangalore, Karnataka. It is a premier research institute focusing on astronomy, astrophysics, and related fields, contributing significantly to both national and international scientific communities.
Curiosity fuels our quest for knowledge. As you continue exploring science, keep asking questions and experimenting. Remember, every discovery starts with a simple “Why?” Embrace your journey, and enjoy the adventure ahead!
In the last 50 years, we have learned about exoplanets, black holes, dark matter and missions to the Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn, greatly enhancing our understanding of space and our place within it.
Chapter 12, Beyond Earth, explores the universe’s vastness, celestial bodies, and the significance of space exploration, highlighting key astronomical phenomena, the importance of constellations and humanity’s quest for knowledge about our place in the cosmos.