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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Birth of a Supernova, Type Ia

For Students 9th - 10th
In this interactive activity from NOVA Online, learn about a type of exploding star - a Type Ia supernova - that is so bright that astronomers can measure the distance to the galaxy in which it resides, and even learn which elements make...
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NASA

Nasa: Imagine the Universe: Supernovae (Advanced)

For Students 9th - 10th
Supernovae are divided into two basic physical types, including a description of supernova types and how they are classified based on the existence of hydrogen spectral lines. Definitions of key terms are provided.
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NASA

Nasa: Imagine the Universe: Black Holes

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn what black holes are and the myths that surround them.