This planet literally has an iron sky
23 Aug 2021

This planet literally has an iron sky

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Iron and titanium have been found in the atmosphere of the super-hot giant exoplanet, KELT-9b. Learn how scientists use chemistry and technology to analyse elements throughout the universe in this resource for Year 8 and 10 students. Word Count: 508 … Continued
Exoplanet atmosphere hints it formed far from star
11 May 2021

Exoplanet atmosphere hints it formed far from star

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Chemical fingerprint of the exoplanet Osiris shows unexpectedly high carbon. Find out how astronomers have used spectroscopy to analyse the chemical composition of the atmosphere of Osiris. This resource is best suited to Chemistry, Earth and Space and Physics students … Continued
Astrophysicists find the exoplanet they wanted
30 Jun 2020

Astrophysicists find the exoplanet they wanted

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This exoplanet is the size of Neptune and orbiting a young star. This article demonstrates the importance of perseverance in STEM and also shows applications of Physics and Earth and Space sciences to students in years 9-12. Word Count: 453 … Continued
Using a pocket rocket to explore distant planets
18 May 2020

Using a pocket rocket to explore distant planets

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Researchers have adapted a miniature rocket, called the Pocket Rocket, to replicate the conditions of distant planets’ atmospheres. This article could be used with students in years 8, 9, and 10 who are studying Physical, Chemical or Earth and Space … Continued
Planet that never was is still interesting
23 Apr 2020

Planet that never was is still interesting

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Astronomers believe the suspected planet is a dust cloud caused by a cosmic collision. Use this article with students in years 5, 7, and 10, studying Physical and Earth and Space sciences to demonstrate scientists’ changing understanding of space. It … Continued
In Class With… Neil deGrasse Tyson
28 Feb 2020

In Class With… Neil deGrasse Tyson

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Get access to the biggest STEM names and brightest minds with our In Class With... series. The legend of science and screen Neil deGrasse Tyson stopped to tackle questions from school students around Australia in this exclusive In Class With… … Continued
Astronomers find a small black hole. Or a giant neutron star.
1 Nov 2019

Astronomers find a small black hole. Or a giant neutron star.

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Discovery touches on two of the key questions in astrophysics. This article would be suited to students in years 7, 8, 9, and 10, as well as those in senior secondary, studying Earth and Space, Physical and Chemical Sciences. It … Continued
There’s plenty of room, but no atmosphere
20 Aug 2019

There’s plenty of room, but no atmosphere

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Exoplanet still has a few things to offer, however. This article on the study of the atmosphere of an exo-planet would be suited to students studying Earth and Space Sciences and Physical Sciences in years 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, … Continued