What are stars? - Lesson 7

OUTCOME

By the end of the lesson you will understand how the temperature and size of stars can be determined by specrtoscopy

The size of stars can be determined through a stars temperature.

The mass of a star can be determined through gravitational effect or observations

LEARNING TASKS

Explain

Describe the relationship between gravity and pressure in a star

Define hydrostatic equilibrium

Explain how stars are categorised

How are stellar class subdivided?

What do the Roman numerals indicate, give detail

Explore and evaluate

Investigate the colour of a incandescent element

Star size comparison

Solar observation: observe the sun and see what features are viewable. Check out the SOHO websitefor up to date details about sunspot acitivity

Student led task

These student led tasks will help to deliver differentiated curriculum.

These tasks can be dynamic and constantly changing to reflect needs of learners and opportunities that may arise.