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University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: Solar Flare

For Students 9th - 10th
Solar flares are huge explosions on the Sun that emit lots of electromagnetic radiation.
Handout
NASA

Electromagnetic Spectrum: Ultraviolet Waves

For Students 9th - 10th
Ultraviolet (UV) light has shorter wavelengths than visible light. Though these waves are invisible to the human eye, some insects can see them. The specific wavelength values are given. Uses and applications of these waves are explained.
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Space Telescope Science Institute

Amazing Space: Star Light, Star Bright

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This online exploration provides an opportunity to identify the different properties of waves and the relationship that exists between energy, wavelength, and frequency. Correlate images from the Hubble Telescope to the wavelength,...
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California Institute of Technology

Ipac: Iras Gallery

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from IPAC is a series of images of various celestial objects and regions as viewed in infrared light. Each photo is accompanied by a caption.
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NOAA

Noaa: Space Environment Topics: Radio Wave Propagation [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
NOAA has produced a series of topic papers for use by teachers and students. This paper is on the increase of radio wave activity and the effects solar emissions have on it. PDF format.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Physical Science: Gamma Decay

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Explains how and why gamma decay occurs, what gamma rays are, and why gamma radiation is the most harmful.