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New research finds Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ skies align with physics


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Sept. 20, 202406:00

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A new study found that the skies in Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” align with current models of atmospheric turbulence. NBC News’ Ellison Barber talks to astrophysicist Adam Frank on the science behind the iconic swirly sky.

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