Expanding Universe and Space Scales Investigation
Distances in space are so large that light itself becomes a measuring tape — and the universe is still unfolding.
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Venture In
Wero
Observe
Kite
Infer
Whakaaro
Create
Auaha
Evaluate
Tohu
Evidence you will build
- Space scale calculation set
- Big Bang evidence evaluation
- Scale visualisation
- NZ scientists in astronomy profile
Why this matters
Cosmology invites humility and evidence — including honouring Beatrice Tinsley's Aotearoa contribution to how we understand galaxies and change.
What you will investigate and collect
You will calculate cosmic scales, weigh Big Bang evidence, and communicate vastness without misleading your audience. How we measure space, what evidence supports an expanding universe, and how NZ scientists contributed. Scale calculations, evidence notes, visualisation draft, scientist profile.
- Object or landmark
- Distance (ly or AU)
- Evidence note
What you might make or share
- 3D-print test piece3D print
Isolate one fair-test comparison with a disposable small print
When one variable dominates your comparisons, printing a test shape keeps other factors steady.
What you will investigate
You will calculate cosmic scales, weigh Big Bang evidence, and communicate vastness without misleading your audience.
What you will collect
Object or landmark, Distance
What you might make or share
A scale strip, a redshift graph interpretation