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Spectra of Light
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- Neon_LP[1]-2.doc - 25 kB
Submission Information |
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| Authors | Adrian Carmichael |
| Contact Email | carmichaelam@gmail.com |
| School / Organization | Cherrry Creek High School |
| Submitted | 08/04/07 |
| Updated | 08/04/07 |
Contribution Description |
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| Title | Spectra of Light |
| Simulations | Lampu Gas Discharge (Neon, Merkuri dsb.) |
| Keywords | light, spectrum |
| 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. |
| Level | High School |
| Type | Lab |
| Subject | Astronomy |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Answers Included | No |
| Language | English |
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Comments
What do you think about this activity? How did you use it or change it for your class? Professionally constructive comments welcome.
- 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. 08/06/21