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Spotlite: Light
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Student producers from Harrisonburg City Public Schools confront the misconception that light is unaffected as it passes through transparent materials.…

Feb 17, 2021
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Our World: Sunsets and Atmosphere
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How is NASA using SAGE III to help us learn about the air we breathe? See how the colors of…

May 20, 2013
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Launchpad: Neon Lights – Spectroscopy in Action
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Discover how scientists use spectroscopy to determine what elements are present in remote objects in space. By studying emission or…

Apr 9, 2013
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Our World: Arecibo – The Largest Radio Telescope on Earth
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Learn about radio waves, a special type of light that has a longer wavelength and less energy than the light…

Mar 19, 2013
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Our World: Observatories on Mauna Kea
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Learn all about the optical telescopes on the summit of Mauna Kea in Hawaii. Find out why astronomers prefer the…

Mar 19, 2013
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Launchpad: Atmosphere and Optical Telescopes
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Learn about the effect of our atmosphere on optical telescopes. Discover how the geography of Mauna Kea, Hawaii helps astronomers…

Jun 29, 2009
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Launchpad: Gigapan
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Learn about the NASA spinoff Gigapan, an intelligent tripod that allows photographers to stitch photos for a dramatic panoramic view.…

Jun 23, 2009
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Launchpad: Using Technology to Make Discoveries on Mars
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Find out about the technology on the Mars Phoenix Lander that helps NASA remotely explore the distant planet. Learn about…

Jun 23, 2009
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