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Noting the color of a star is equivalent to taking its temperature! A creative lesson describes the connection between a star's temperature and the color it emits. As pupils interact with a simulation, they learn how to connect the visible light wavelength to the temperature of the corresponding star.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use exercises as exit questions to check for understanding
- Provide pupils with temperatures of different stars to predict their peak wavelength
Classroom Considerations
- Expects an understanding of the ultraviolet and visible light spectrum
- This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
- Includes a set of questions and solutions
- Introduction gives valuable background information
Cons
- None