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The Science of Space, Stars, Gravity and Black Holes
An introduction to some of the most interesting objects in space for children showing how stars evolve, during their lifetimes, to explode as supernovas and become Black Holes or Neutron Stars, or to become White Dwarfs at the end of their lifetime. We will also look at how gravity was described by Einstein, with a gravity demonstrator and find out why gravity makes less massive objects in space orbit more massive objects like stars. We will also split up white light similarly to that emitted by stars using torches and CDs and prisms. We will also look at how astronomers learn what stars are made of using the light that comes towards the Earth and how they use Red Shifts to find out how fast stars are moving and how far they are away from us.
Dr Gareth Francis is an Astrophysicist that lives in Kent and loves to explain science to children and adults, he has 10 years experience enthusing children about physics and chemistry in schools across the UK. He also gives talks at the Science Museum in London on space and the planets. Suitable for children aged 7 14. Suitable for Children accompanied by adults.
Event to be held on Tuesday 27th October at the following times:
11am -11.40am
2pm - 2.40pm
4pm - 4.40pm
And also on Thursday 29th October at the following times
11am -11.40am
2pm - 2.40pm
4pm - 4.40pm
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LocationAll classes will be held on Zoom
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| Minimum Age: 6 |
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
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