1.3 | Where Does Space Begin? | The Karman Line | Rocket Science for Everyone with Yale’s Marla Geha

Is space as far away as you imagine? This lesson delves into the fascinating question of where space truly begins, moving beyond common perceptions to uncover the scientific and policy-driven boundaries that define this critical point. You'll learn about the internationally recognized Karman line and discover just how surprisingly close space actually is.🎯 Learning Objectives• Define the Karman line and its significance as the international boundary of space.• Compare the international definition of space with NASA's definition.• Explain why there is no "super obvious" end to Earth's atmosphere.• Understand the concept of how "close" space is in terms of distance.📚 About the CourseThis course is an intuitive introduction to rocket science in our everyday lives.Modern life increasingly depends on technology provided by Earth-orbiting satellites, from detailed weather predictions to broad-band internet and GPS. How are satellites launched into orbit and how do they work once they get there? Why are rockets used to get into orbit and how are they different from airplanes? This introductory course is aimed at a wide non-technical audience and is appropriate for all ages. 📺 Watch the full playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh9mgdi4rNexC1fSWLlpQx_Gjj_0DhjVE 🎓 Enroll on Coursera for assessments and a certificate: https://www.coursera.org/learn/rocket-science-for-everyone 🌐 Explore more learning opportunities on Yale Online: https://online.yale.edu/courses/rocket-science-everyone #RocketScienceForEveryone #YaleOnline #SpaceScience #WhereDoesSpaceStart #AstronomyBasics #STEMEducation #LearnOnline #SpaceExploration #KarmanLine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices