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Light, History, Gravity, Distance, Relativity, and Space-Time

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Let the star's color be the guide! The color of a star indicates its temperature and its mass and distance affect the gravitational force. The lesson presentations address these concepts as well as how the theory of special relativity applies to stars.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Pair with additional presentations from the same author to create a complete astronomy unit
  • Create a glossary with new vocabulary
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects a strong understanding of wavelengths of light
Pros
  • Incorporates actual images of stars to add relevance to the information
  • Includes a historical aspect
Cons
  • None
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