Instructional Video

Why Cepheids Pulsate

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Classical Cepheids are super massive stars that are used to determine distances to galaxies with in a local group. Sal explains why Cepheid variables occur, how they are used to determine distances, and the chemistry that creates the variable pulsations. A basic grasp of chemistry is necessary.

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Resource Details
Grade
11th - Higher Ed
Subjects
Science
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Media Length
7:10
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Instructional Strategy
Flipped Classroom
Accessibility
Closed Captions
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Creative Commons
BY-NC-SA: 3.0
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