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Can Explosions Work in Space? Instructional VideoCan Explosions Work in Space? Instructional Video
Publisher
Physics Girl
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Grade
9th - Higher Ed
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
5:43
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategies
Direct Instruction
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Year
2016
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Can Explosions Work in Space?

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Would an evil mastermind trying to take over the universe use explosives in space? A video that is part of a larger series approaches this question with physics of course! She explains the role of the atmosphere, the properties of waves, and the best way to wage war in space.

5 Views 6 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

space, sound waves, light waves, the atmosphere

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • For fun, see how many of the movie, cartoon, and TV clips from the first 15 seconds pupils can identify
  • Discuss in more detail why there is no sound in space

Classroom Considerations

  • Relies on prior knowledge of sound waves, light waves, and what is required for an explosive reaction
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Offers closed captioning for the hearing impaired
  • Enthusiastic host helps maintain viewer attention
  • Links to other related science videos

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4

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