2 results

Astronomy Common Core HSN-Q.A.1 resources

Placing Stars onto H-R Diagram Performance Task

Created by

On this task students will display your knowledge of methods used in gathering data on a star. The problems are given in sequential order. Information from the previous problems can be used to help solve the later problems on this task. Students will read infromation from a spectra of a star. Calculate temperature using Weins Law. Calculate the luminosity using Stefan-Boltzman Law and finally place the star on the Hertzsprung-Russel Diagram. Math CC.6.EE Apply and extend previous understandings

Subjects:

Astronomy, Math, Science

Grades:

9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Laboratory

CCSS:

HSN-Q.A.1

, HSN-Q.A.2

, HSN-Q.A.3

Big Bang Lab

Created by

Get Science

This wonderfully simple lab will show students how the Big Bang happened. Using balloons and measuring points as the balloon inflates brings the concept to life. Students will collect and analyze data while also relating to the Doppler Shift and Red Shift.Materials: Balloons, string, ruler and pencil.Teacher Key included.Included is a YouTube Video that the students will watch to generate a follow up class discussion about the lab and related content.Educating the World Together!

Subjects:

Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Physical Science

Grades:

6th - 12th, Adult Education

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

CCSS:

Also included in: Astronomy Lab Bundle