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Cosmic Measurements

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Students develop two units of measurement to relate to the astronomical unit and the light year. In this astronomy lesson, students use a Twizzler to develop a measurement unit similar to the astronomical unit. They use a moving object, such as a remote controlled car, to develop a unit similar to the light year.

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astronomy, light years

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astronomical unit, astronomy, cosmic measurements, light year, science
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Resource Details

Grade
7th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
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Common Core

HSN-Q.A.1 HSN-Q.A.2 HSN-Q.A.3 HSA-CED.A.1 HSA-CED.A.4 HSF-BF.A.1.a HSF-BF.A.1.b

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