Using Color to Identify Planets
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesDiscover how scientists compare the reflected red, blue, and green light from planets in the solar system to identify distant planets. Carolyn Crow, an astronomer, describes how the amount of green, blue, and red light reflected by planets can be plotted. A diagram compares the color data of the planets and shows that Earth is easily distinguishable by its blue color.
Media Details
Runtime: 2 minutes, 11 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Astronomy, Space Sciences
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2015
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Learning Media
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