Science Students Study Stars!
by Sara Walsh
September 04, 2008
The Earth science students have been studying the distant galaxies and theories of how the universe began. They have learned what it really exists "way out there," how we study stars, and why stars shine, among other new information. They were also challenged with deep thoughts such as "Is there an edge to the universe?" and "If the universe 're-explodes,' will life exist again?"
Students were each assigned to write a constellation report telling the mythology of one of these celestial designs. They also learned that scientists study whether galaxies are moving towards each other or away from each other by looking for either a 'red shift' or a 'blue shift.' These colors are observed through a spectroscope--an instrument that separates white light into its individual wavelengths. Students observed both white light and color through spectroscopes to see of which colors they were made. They were surprised to learn that black isn't a color at all, it's a lack of color!
Skits were also created by students, showing different theories and phenomena. This is a class full of very animated actors and actresses!
