Ask-A-Flatiron-Scientist: Stellar Binaries and the Formation of Neutron Stars and Black Holes

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• Kids & Parenting
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When a massive star dies a neutron star, or possibly a black hole, forms. This typically happens with giant “fireworks” in the form of a supernova explosion. However, stars capable of doing that usually don’t live alone: they have at least one companion star. Mathieu Renzo, a Flatiron Research Fellow with the Center for Computational Astrophysics, will discuss how living in a binary can change the evolution of stars, how they die, and what we can learn about it from observing the neutron stars and black holes they leave behind.

This interactive session designed for students from 8-12 years old.

If you and the children in your lives are interested in participating, please fill out the form below by Wednesday, August 12th. We will share with you the relevant Zoom log-in information once we receive your RSVP.