A Piece of the Universe

Students will learn to estimate the size and scale of various bodies within our solar system. Your instructor will also explain how different telescopes are used to explore the universe while highlighting BNL's contribution to the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope, which will probe deep into out universe and provide new information about dark energy and dark matter.

Program Cost

$225

Contact Information

For more information about this program, contact:

Menzel Smith-Jones
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Bldg.400C – P.O. Box 5000
Upton, NY 11973-5000
631-344-4495 (phone)
631-344-7098 (fax)
slc@bnl.gov

Lesson Objectives

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the size and scale of various bodies within our solar system; and through hands-on activities will explore various types of telescopes and how they assist scientists in their study of the universe.

Vocabulary

concave, convex, focal point, electromagnetic spectrum, infrared light, visible light, ultraviolet light, telescope, constellation, nebula, false color, Large Synoptic Survey Telescope, eyepiece.

Audience for This Program

Grades 6th, 7th, and 8th