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    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, …

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    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 …

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    Imagine the Universe! Spectra

    Aug 10, 2015 · The science of spectroscopy is quite sophisticated. From spectral lines astronomers can determine not only the element, but the temperature and density of that …

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    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 …

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    Electromagnetic Spectrum - Introduction

    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 …

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    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 …

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    Supernova Chemistry Lesson Plan - Imagine the Universe!

    May 7, 2015 · Supernova Chemistry Suggested grade levels: 9-12 Estimated class time: 2-3 class periods Lesson plan by Jane Mahon and Ron Dodson of Hoover High School in Hoover, …

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    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 …

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    Different Graphical Representations of Spectra

    Nov 14, 2014 · Different Graphical Representations of Spectra Visible light spectra can be shown as images, as in the spectra below. These spectra represent energy emission as lines, with …

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    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. …