Why the Sun Moves in Figure 8s Across the Sky

How long is a day? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice break down what an analemma is, the solstices, and why Christmas is in December. Does the sundial– that we’re all definitely still using– get noon wrong? Learn what an analemma is and what it is doing on globes and sundials. Discover the summer and winter solstices and how the ancients tracked time. Come check out our brand-new channel! https://www.youtube.com/@StarTalkPlus Get the NEW StarTalk book, 'To Infinity and Beyond: A Journey of Cosmic Discovery' on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PL0NFn Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/startalkradio FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to StarTalk: Twitter: http://twitter.com/startalkradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarTalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startalk 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 Timestamps: 00:00 - What is an Analemma? 00:48 - How Long is Day? 4:31 - When is High Noon? 6:33 - Understanding the Solstice 8:32 - The Origins of Christmas


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