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Seds Usa: Charles Messier
Charles Messier (1730-1817 CE) is credited for discovering 13 comets. He also began the Catalog of Nebulae and Star Clusters. This catalog as well as a great deal of information on Messier is available here. The Messier objects are also...
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Wikipedia: The Black Hole
This site examines the black hole as an object in astrophysics. Delve into this comprehensive resource that covers this concept from its history, to qualitative physics, the reality of black holes, mathematical physics and more.
British Library
British Library: International Dunhuang Project: Chinese Astronomy Resource
Using the early Dunhuang Star Atlas, an important historical and scientific document of the sky seen from China dating from before AD 700, learn about astronomical history from the perspective of China. Find resources and analysis that...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Science: Antarctica/ What Are the Different Parts of the Universe?
In this lesson, students learn about objects in the universe, including constellations, planets, meteors, asteroids, and comets.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Galileo: Revealing the Universe
In this lesson plan, middle schoolers will consider "Galileo: Revealing the Universe." The plan includes worksheets and other student materials that can be found under the resource tab.
California Institute of Technology
Spitzer Science Center: Helix Nebula
Under the heading, "Comets Kick up Dust in Helix Nebula" this site a particular nebula in the constellation Aquarius. In addition to an image, the site provides information on nebulas and star systems.
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Pedro Re's Messier Gallery
Are you looking for information on Charles Messier? This site includes a detailed biography of his life along with a timeline, how to conduct a Messier Marathon, and photographs of the astronomical objects in Messier's catalog.
Space Telescope Science Institute
Hubble Site: Supernova Shock Wave
This site from the Hubblesite highlights an article written about a supernova shock wave. Provides images as well as video footage. Site offers links to fast facts, a question and answer section as well as related links.
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Has: Charles Messier
Brief, concise facts about Charles Messier and his catalog of comets, galaxies, and other astronomical bodies. Included are photographs of each of the 110 objects listed in his catalog.
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Paper Plate Education: Serving the Universe on a Paper Plate
Excellent resource for "paper-plate" activities that help simplify various astronomy topics. Learn how to build a "Moon Finder" and "Planet Pointer," and create a paper-plate model that explains the Transit of Venus.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Using a Digital Camera to Measure Skyglow
This is a great project for someone that is interested in both stargazing and photography. Bright city lights and even the light of the full moon obscure the dimmest stars, which can make identifying constellations more difficult. This...
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Aries the Ram
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Taurus the Bull
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Gemini the Twins
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Cancer the Crab
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Leo the Lion
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Virgo the Virgin
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Scorpio the Scorpion
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Sagittarius the Archer
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Capricorn the Goat
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Aquarius the Water Bearer
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.
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Pisces the Fishes
The Learning Network surveys several constellations and the twelve constellations that comprise the Zodiac. Features include star tables and symbols.