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Science Grade 8 Astronomy |
3-4 weeks |
Earth and celestial phenomena can be described using principles of relative motion and perspective. |
What is the Solar System and What is it Comprised Of? How Are Objects in the Solar System Classified? How Do Obects in the Solar System Move Through Space? |
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Construct diagram of the Solar System. Construct, measure and analyze elliptical orbits to compare orbital paths. Classify and compare stars based on characteristics. Analyze Earth, Moon, Sun relationships to describe the occurence of Moon phases and eclipses.
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asteroid axis of rotation comet eclipse Equator equinox latitude longitude meteoroid Moon Moon phase orbit revolve rotate Solar System spherical star summer solstice tides winter solstice |
Classwork Unit Activities Unit Laboratory Experiments Unit Laboratory Skills Unit Assessments |
Read Works Articles Bill Nye Videos Eyewitness Videos UPCO Intermediate Level Science
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