A Problem Squared cover image

092 = Broken Hands and Alexander's Bands

A Problem Squared

00:00

The Quirky Universe of Asteroid Naming

This chapter explores the amusing intricacies of asteroid naming, including a speaker's personal nomination for a minor planet. It delves into the bureaucratic aspects of the process governed by the International Astronomical Union, while highlighting the humorous connections to scientific culture and the significance of pi in naming conventions.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app