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  1. Background: Introduction to Spectroscopy - Imagine the Universe!

    Oct 14, 2021 · Spectroscopy is a complex art - but it can be very useful in helping scientists understand how an object like a black hole, neutron star, or active galaxy is producing light, how fast it is moving, …

  2. Spectra and What They Can Tell Us - Imagine the Universe!

    Nov 20, 2014 · Spectroscopy can be very useful in helping scientists understand how an object like a black hole, neutron star, or active galaxy produces light, how fast it is moving, and what elements it is …

  3. X-ray Spectroscopy - Imagine the Universe!

    May 7, 2015 · X-ray Spectroscopy A Series of Lesson Plans by Allie Hajian and Maggie Masetti (NASA/GSFC) Rick Fowler (Crossland High School) Angela Page (Hyattsville Elementary School) …

  4. Imagine the Universe! Spectra

    Aug 10, 2015 · Advanced Basic Spectral Analysis In a star, there are many elements present. We can tell which ones are there by looking at the spectrum of the star. The science of spectroscopy is quite …

  5. X-ray Spectroscopy Lesson Plan - Imagine the Universe!

    May 7, 2015 · Students will read and write about the spectroscopy of stars and supernova remnants, as well as understand their relevance and impact on human life. Students will also learn about cutting …

  6. Imagine the Universe!

    Sep 24, 2020 · With that discovery, scientists had the means to determine the chemical composition of stars through spectroscopy. Stars aren't the only objects for which we can identify chemical …

  7. Electromagnetic Spectrum - Introduction - Imagine the Universe!

    Nov 14, 2014 · Advanced Basic The Electromagnetic Spectrum The electromagnetic (EM) spectrum is the range of all types of EM radiation. Radiation is energy that travels and spreads out as it goes – …

  8. Imagine the Universe! Lesson Plans

    Jul 30, 2020 · Imagine the Universe! Lesson Plans The following Lesson Plans are available: Clicking on a column heading will sort the table alphabetically according to that column. Clicking the same …

  9. Imagine the Universe!

    Sep 24, 2020 · More On Spectra and Their Representations If you let the light from the Sun pass through a prism, the result is a wonderful display of all the colors of the rainbow. Separating the …

  10. Imagine the Universe: Spectral Analysis Activities

    Mar 8, 2017 · These activities were designed to aid student understanding of spectral analysis, what the patterns mean, how elements are involved, and how this relates to stars. Traditionally, spectral …