This informational text resource is intended to support reading in the content area. This text briefly describes how astronomers have measured and quantified the apparent brightness and magnitude of stars as astrophysics has evolved over time. This article also discusses the limitations of absolute magnitude in terms of the technology tools utilized.
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Subject(s): Science, English Language Arts, English Language Arts (B.E.S.T. - Effective starting 2021-2022)
Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8
Intended Audience:
Educators
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: brightness, stars, magnitude, astronomy, text complexity, informational text, luminous, luminosity, solar system
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Text Resource
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STEM Reading Resources