Solar System Formation & Dynamics

Deadlines for the first problem set and the first writing assignment are extended to Tuesday (please note the writing assignment is required work, even though you’ll get automatic credit once it’s turned in satisfactorily). Stay safe, and of course we’ll be flexible for those of you who’ve been flooded.

The following article discusses the most interesting planetary system (yet) discovered via direct imaging, the HR 8799 system. (Note: link should work on campus, from off-campus follow the link in Susanna Kohler’s email that you should have gotten already.)

The assignment is to write a short (500-1200 characters, which is roughly 100-200 words) paragraph summarizing the article for the general non-specialist public.

Submit your summary via this link (deadline: Thursday 12th September, before class).

Problem Set #1 (due Thursday 12th September, in class)