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Spectra of Light
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| Title | Spectra of Light |
| Description | This lab is used in an astronomy unit while studying stellar specta. It is meant to help students understand how light is created, why light is different colors and how this is related to the different spectra for different elements. This will eventually be related to what we can determine about a star based on its spectral lines. |
| Subject | Astronomy |
| Level | High School |
| Type | Lab |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Answers Included | No |
| Language | English |
| Keywords | light, spectrum |
| Simulation(s) | Neon Lights & Other Discharge Lamps |
| Author(s) | Adrian Carmichael |
| Contact Email | carmichaelam@gmail.com |
| School / Organization | Cherrry Creek High School |
| Date submitted | 4/7/08 |
| Date updated | 4/7/08 |
Comments
I particularly appreciate that the learning goals are so well defined. Using colored lights seems like a good way for students to begin to understand quantized energy.
Trish
6/21/08
