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Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Wed., Apr. 20, 2011

Objectives: Describe processes that happen in stars,
what stars are composed of and explain how the EM
spectrum can give us this information

Announcements: Bring in a cereal box
Opening Data: An astro quiz for you
Other processes that happen in stars...


Stellar Evolution - Video (Universe: 0107-0111)
Discussion
2nd viewing - take notes (continue/finish)
EM Spectrum Chart
Spectrum Fill-in
Planisphere Challenge:
  • At what time tonight will Aldebaran rise?
  • Where do you have to look to find it? (N,S,E,W)
  • How many hours will it be in the sky before it
    sets?
  • Use the computers...Find the declination &
    right ascension of Aldebaran.
  • What is the name for the "zero" of declination
    and right ascension?
  • What constellation is that spot in?