Exploring Objects Beyond Earth
Grade 6th Grade · Science · 45 min· Ngss Ms-ess1-3
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe how scientists use evidence to learn about objects beyond Earth.
Warm-Up Video
TED-Ed · 4:45
How do we study the stars? - Yuan-Sen Ting
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Although astronomy is purely observational, we can learn about stars by studying the light that they emit.
- 2
By turning starlight into rainbows, scientists can identify dark lines that reveal the elements present in a star's atmosphere and their concentrations.
- 3
Astrophysicists use telescopes to study different wavelengths of light, including radio waves, infrared light, and ultraviolet light, to gain a more complete picture of the universe.
Practice Questions
10 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Explain how scientists use light to determine what elements make up stars that are far away.”
Complete Lesson Package
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