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Star Spectra Science: Using Balloons and Buttons to Model Spectroscopy
written by
Rebecca E. Vieyra
published by
the American Association of Physics Teachers
This lesson blends physics, math, and space science as students explore the spectra of stars using a physical model composed of balloons and buttons. This activity introduces students to concepts of wavelength, color, and emission spectra. It is based on an article in The Physics Teacher.
Released under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.
Published June 15, 2022
Last Modified August 13, 2022
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Teacher's Guide: Star Spectra - Modifiable Word Version
by Rebecca Vieyra
Printable Word version of the lesson plan with assessment.
Released under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.
Published June 15, 2022
Last Modified August 13, 2022
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Student Worksheet: Star Spectra
by Rebecca Vieyra
Printable Student Guide for distribution in the classroom.
Released under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.
Published June 15, 2022
Last Modified August 13, 2022
This file has previous versions.