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Fast, mysterious clouds swarm around our galaxy!
Fast, mysterious clouds swarm around our galaxy!
1) Before reading, answer the following questions (You can do this in an email to me or create and share a Google Doc):
What do you think fills the space between different galaxies? Use what you already know to speculate on objects or matter that might lie between galaxies.
What might the study of matter or objects lying between galaxies — rather than inside them — tell us about the universe? Give one example of a question that the study of such matter or objects might help us answer.
2) Read the article linked here:
https://www.snexplores.org/article/high-velocity-clouds-milky-way-galaxy
3) Answer the following questions:
What is the main element in Smith’s Cloud?
Compared to the stars of the Milky Way galaxy, what is unusual about the direction of travel of Smith’s Cloud?
What does HVC stand for?
What year was the first HVC discovered?
Some scientists propose that HVCs might serve as a “galactic fuel supply.” Describe one piece of evidence that — if found — would support this theory.
What about Smith’s Cloud makes some astronomers believe it formed from a close encounter with a dwarf galaxy rather than through the “galactic fountain” process?
Why does Naomi McClure-Griffiths say that the name “Magellanic Clouds” is misleading?
What property, or characteristic, of the Magellanic Stream is McClure-Griffiths investigating?
Describe one characteristic of HVCs that makes it hard to determine how far away they are.
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Science Bee
Science Bee
All WMS 7th & 8th graders will have an opportunity to take a Science Bee qualifying test - date to be determined. This test will be taken during the day in Science class. The top scorers on the qualifying test will be invited to participate in the WMS Science Bee. This contest is sponsored by IAC-International Academic Competitions.
Sponsored by the University of Nebraska State Museum at Morrill Hall, click the image above to learn about different astronomy topics through virtual Planetarium experiences. These videos will discuss planets, constellations, the moon and other aspects of space and the galaxy.
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Investigating Matter
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Ecosystems
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Natural Selection & Adaptations
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History of Life
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Waves
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Energy
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Non-Contact Forces
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Astronomy
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Forces & Motion
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