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Infrared Search for Origins
http://www.teachersdomain.org/resource/ess05.sci.ess.eiu.irorigins/
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Using telescopes tuned into wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum other than visible light, astronomers are able to see the universe in greater detail. The Spitzer Space Telescope studies stars and planetary systems in infrared wavelengths. This interactive feature describes how infrared light can help us better understand the the formation of stars and planets, oddities such as brown dwarfs (stars which lack sufficient mass to 'ignite'), and the deaths of stars in which they become white dwarfs or supernovae. A background essay and list of discussion questions are also provided.
Intended for grade levels:
  • Middle (6-8)
  • High (9-12)
Type of resource:
  • For the classroom:
    • Computer activity
  • Visual:
    • Imagery - remotely sensed
  • Text:
    • Ref. material
Subject:
  • Space science
  • Technology
Technical requirements:
Flash player
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
Source: NASA JPL/Caltech. Copyright 2002-2006, WGBH Educational Foundation. All rights reserved.
DLESE Catalog ID: DLESE-000-000-009-844
Educational standards:
  • National Science Education Standards (NSES):
    • 5-8:
      • B - Physical science:
        • Properties and changes of properties in matter
      • D - Earth and space science:
        • Earth in the solar system
    • 9-12:
      • B - Physical science:
        • Interactions of energy and matter
      • D - Earth and space science:
        • Origin and evolution of the earth system
        • Origin and evolution of the universe
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Publisher: WGBH Educational Foundation
http://www.wgbh.org/