Everyday Grammar - VOA Learning English Talking about What We See in Space - June 27, 2024
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Jun 27, 2024 Skywatching news about a bright nova called the Blaze Star and why it can suddenly flare. Clear tips on finding the event in Corona Borealis using Arcturus and Vega. A look back at April's total solar eclipse and a note on the next one in 2026. Short grammar tips about turning adjectives into nouns with -ity.
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Recent Eclipse And Upcoming Nova
- In April many people in the United States watched a total eclipse of the sun as a recent notable sky event.
- The podcast mentions a coming nova of two stars as another major event to watch in the next few months.
What A Nova Is And Why It Will Be Visible
- A nova is an explosive brightening when material from one star moves onto another and causes an outburst of energy.
- The Blaze Star T. corona borealis will produce an outburst visible to the naked eye because the explosion makes bright light we can see from Earth.
See The Nova With Your Naked Eye
- You can see the upcoming Blaze Star nova with the naked eye, so no telescope or binoculars are required.
- Scientists say the event will be visible almost everywhere on Earth, even in cities, so listen for news updates to know when to look.