Solar Wind and Magnetosphere Interaction Lab
by
Lynne Zielinski
| Key question: | How
do solar wind particles interact with the Earth’s |
| Overview: | This open-ended laboratory activity is useful in demonstrating how solar wind particles are deflected by the Earth's magnetosphere and how charged particles are aligned within it. It is recommembed that the activity be followed up with student presentations and a lab report. |
| General Subject: | Astronomy
– Solar wind interaction with Earth |
| Best for Grades: | 5-8, 9-12 |
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