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Making a space mirror | Teach with space PR55

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In brief

This activity provides a step-by-step guide for how to create an origami hexagon. The activity is linked to James Webb Space Telescope’s primary mirror which is composed of 18 tessellating hexagons. Students can work individually or in groups to fold the hexagons, then attach them together to create a complete representation of the telescope’s primary mirror.

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Subject: Mathematics, Physics, Programming, Robotics 

Age range: 8 – 15 years old 

Keywords: Science, Mathematics, Arts, Webb, Telescope, Mirror 

Learning objectives:

  • Understand how a telescope works and why astronomers use them. 
  • Identify some necessary features of a telescope mirror and understand their function. 
  • Produce creative work, working independently or in groups to explore their ideas.

 

 
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Making a Space Mirror: Fold your Webb Origami
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This classroom resource is part of a set of resources developed by ESA’s Education Office in collaboration with the ESEROs.

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