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Definition
Pulsar: A spinning neutron star with a magnetic field on the order of one trillion Gauss. This magnetic field accelerates electrically charged particles along the magnetic poles, forming a beam of energy that shoots into space from the poles. More »

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Radio Programs
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 Title  Air Date
Fermi October 30, 2009
More Crab Nebula August 29, 2008
Recycled Planets June 27, 2008
Pulsars III February 27, 2008
Pulsars II February 26, 2008

Note: Audio versions of our programs will be available the day after they air. Visit the transcript page to listen.

Image Gallery
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Big Hand for a Little Star
Big Hand for a Little Star
Magnetar
Magnetar
Stellar Lighthouse
Stellar Lighthouse
Speedy Thief
Speedy Thief

Frequently Asked Questions
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