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Library of Things: Measuring Light in the Night

Measuring Light in the Night: 

Too much light pollution can wash out starlight in the night sky, disrupt human and animal sleep, interfere with ecosystems such as bird migrations, have adverse health effects, and waste energy. 

Measuring Light in the Night kit includes:

  • Plastic bag with Sky Quality light meter (in bubble wrap) and miniature flashlight (instructions taped inside front cover of kit)

  • Tirion Planisphere "The Night Sky"

  • Four pages of instruction (double-sided in two sheet protectors) - click here for PDF

  • Clear carry case

Make sure all parts are included before returning to the library!