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Synopsis:

The StarshadeIs there life on planets in other star systems? It's a very old question. But finding the answer may get simpler with a new invention by astrophysicist, professor and inventor Webster Cash.
Running time 5:55 minutes.

Hands-On Math / Science Activity:

Stars and Planets
Subject: Mathematics; Science
Topics: Trigonometric Ratios; Scientific Notation
Grades: 8 - 12

Algebra in the Real World Activities:

Objects and Images
Subject: Algebra
Topics: Expressions and Equations
Grades: 6 - 12

Light Intensity
Subject: Algebra
Topics: Coordinate Systems; Patterns, Relations and Functions
Grades: 6 - 12

Lens Sculptors
Subject: Algebra
Topics: Rational Functions
Grades: 6 - 8

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