Gravity in space

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The solar system

I can describe the main features of the solar system.

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Orbital motion of artificial satellites: relationship between radius and speed

I can describe changes to a satellite’s speed and velocity and explain what happens to its orbital radius if its speed changes.

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1 Worksheet
2 Quizzes
1 Video

Birth of a star

I can describe what a star is and how it forms.

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1 Worksheet
2 Quizzes
1 Video

Stellar evolution

I can describe life cycles of stars and the variations that depend on the mass of a star.

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1 Worksheet
2 Quizzes
1 Video

Observing the universe

I can describe what redshift is and how it is measured.

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2 Quizzes
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The changing universe

I can describe the Big Bang Theory and evidence that supports it.

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2 Quizzes
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