Neil deGrasse Tyson Explains Why Earth's Surface is Smooth

Teacher or professor: StarTalk
Subject: Astronomy
Content of the Lesson: From your point of view, Earth's surface might not look so smooth. Neil deGrasse Tyson is here to tell you why it's smoother than you think. Alongside comic co-host Chuck Nice, you'll learn how all the classroom globes you've interacted with are exaggerating Earth's features. Discover more about the topographical variations found on Earth. Find out why there's a limit to how high mountains can ascend. Lastly, you'll learn why neutron stars are the smoothest objects in the universe. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/startalkradio Subscribe to StarTalk: https://www.youtube.com/user/startalkradio?sub_confirmation=1 Follow StarTalk: Twitter: http://twitter.com/startalkradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarTalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startalkradio/ About StarTalk: Science meets pop culture on StarTalk! Astrophysicist & Hayden Planetarium director Neil deGrasse Tyson, his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities & scientists discuss astronomy, physics, and everything else about life in the universe. Keep Looking Up! #StarTalk #NeildeGrasseTyson


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