Starry Science

In this engaging lesson, students will investigate and explore the effects of temperature, size, and magnitude on the luminosity and life span of stars using glow sticks. This lesson includes a guided inquiry lab and website exploration.
Resource ID#: 75636 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: stars, luminosity, absolute brightness, apparent magnitude, HR diagram, temperature, outcome (dependent) variable, test (income variable), hypothesis, experimental design, nature of science
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Formative Assessment
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Earth Systems

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