Why are Stars Star-Shaped

The video explains why stars are often depicted with points, despite being round balls of plasma. This perception is due to the diffraction of light waves, which creates pointy star shapes when viewed through various openings or objects. The video discusses how both human eyes and telescopes perceive stars this way due to structural imperfections and diffraction patterns. It also highlights the scientific accuracy of drawing stars with rainbow colors, as diffraction causes longer wavelength red light to spread more than blue light, creating mini rainbows.

What is the significance of the Hubble Space Telescope's design in the context of star shapes?

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Discuss how the colors of light affect the appearance of star shapes in photographs.

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