Compares the sun with other stars on the basis of size, mass, temperature, brightness and composition. Gives the life story of a star and shows some of the work of scientists, including their understanding of fusion. Suitable for secondary level.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
322803
Language
English
Subject categories
Childrens Films → Children 12+
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Science - Juvenile films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Scientists
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Solar system
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Space and time
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Space sciences
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Stars - Formation
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)