This paper talks about the gamma-ray explosions that occur in the universe and its effect if it were to occur close to the earth’s surface. The most energetic explosions to be recorded in the universe are the gamma ray bursts. Gamma ray bursts forms a representation of the events that occur in the cosmos due to its large luminosity that has been detected to approximately z-8.3. This has offered an exciting experience in the study and research of the astrophysics in its extreme condition. The paper focuses on the study revolving around the long gamma ray burst and also the galaxies that form their hosts. The long gamma ray burst have long duration that is more than few seconds and the hypothesis supporting its development states that it develops from the massive stars death. The paper also tries to understand the effect of the gamma ray bursts and how they are related to the redshift distributions in the universe. It tries to analyses the different types of wavelengths that gamma ray burst generates after the collision or merging of bodies in the universe. It explains how recent development in technology has brought man closer in studying gamma ray burst in depth and because of the abilities of the technology, man can understand the different wavelengths generated. Finally, the paper talks of the possibility of gamma ray burst happening closer to the earth’s atmosphere as it happened millions of years back. It tries to look into the impact on the ecosystem and the survival of animals if such a phenomena occurring was to repeat itself closer to the planet earth’s environment.
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Introduction 4
Gamma Ray Burst Radio Afterglows 5
Redshift Distributions of Gamma Ray Bursts 6
Radio Flux Distributions of Gamma Ray Bursts 7
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The discovery of the vast universe, that exists outside our galaxy, began with Edwin Hubble’s discovery of a Cepheid Variable star in Andromeda, which he used to measure the distance to our neighbouring galaxy (Bennett et al. 109). This was instrumental in establishing Hubble’s law or the theory that the universe is expanding and galaxies are moving away from the Milky Way (Bennett et al. 109). However, Andromeda poses a contradiction; while other galaxies are moving away from the Milky Way, Andromeda is actually moving towards it and is set on a collision course with our galaxy. This paper will explore the different ways in which galaxies interact with each other, particularly focusing on galactic mergers. It will also analyze the impact of the Andromeda-Milky Way collision including the effect on existing objects in these galaxies such as stars and black holes, the creation of new bodies and the implication for the survival of life on Earth.
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Solar flares, huge explosions of gasses, gamma rays and ultra-violet rays. These massive flares that come from the solar atmosphere are what I will be analyzing and teaching you about in this essay. Solar flares have had a profound effect on life and resources on earth throughout the history of our planet. Nowadays we are aware of the causes of solar flares and the damage that solar flares are capable of. Throughout this essay we will look into what solar flares are and how solar flares affect life and recourses on Earth.
In 2010, astronomers announced the discovery of two vast- and very mysterious-bubbles of gamma-ray. these structures are enormous balloons of energetic gamma rays emanating from the center of our galaxy they are Two towering bubbles that stretch tens of thousands of light above and below our galaxy. The new portain,described in a paper that has been accepted for on analysis like two 30,000 light year tall incandescent bulbs screwed into the center of the galaxy, the source of these bubbles are mysterious as ever.
Researcher at both Harvard and Yale University have discovered that older star emit a pulsating effect similar to a heartbeat. They have also been able to measure, for the first time, the ways an older, red, pulsating can affect the light their encompassing galaxy. The discovery was made with the use of a unique series of images of galaxy M87, in the constellation Virgo, taken with the Hubble Space Telescope over a period of three months in 2006.
Gamma rays are high-energy waves, and can travel long distances and penetrate human skin. However, they can be blocked by concrete, led, metal or even water.
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“Sheltered as we are by Earth's atmosphere and magnetic field, which deflect lethal radiation from space, we are like coddled children who have never ventured into a tough neighborhood” (Folger 2). Humans have been fascinated with space since the beginning of our time. Just like children and rough neighborhoods, we have tackled obstacle over obstacle to make it home again. In the end, we have a better knowledge and strength than before. The future of space exploration can assist us in answering the everlasting question of how the universe came to be. The more we explore the infinite galaxies, the more we can scientifically discover and create new technologies as science advances. As we continue to discover, we can create new fields and occupations for aspiring young students like myself.