Astronomy Laboratory:

Journey into the Sun

 

 

1.      To begin, read section 15.2 beginning on page 498.

2.      Review the various images of the Sun provided by the instructor.

3.      Next, construct a creative story that imagines you having the ability to approach the Sun, plunge beneath its surface, and travel to its inner depths.  Your first encounter will be the solar wind.  You may be as creative as you wish, as long as you include all the necessary components of the Sun, and portray their conditions accurately.  Feel free to use humor, tragedy, or whatever creative elements you wish.

4.      When completed, choose at least two other stories written by your peers.  Read them.  For one story, write a paragraph comparing and contrasting the elements of their story with yours.