GeoPhysical: Student Objective Sheet
Name:_____________________________________________________ Date:____________________
Standards:
Unit: 7- Astronomy
3.1
Key Vocabulary:
Electromagnetic spectrum/radiation/energy, H-R diagram, absolute magnitude, mass, nuclear fusion, Newton’s laws of motion, Kepler’s laws of
planetary motion, Big Bang theory, background radiation, Hubble, geocentric, heliocentric, astronomical unit, light year, elliptical/ellipse, red shift,
blue shift, Doppler effect
Student Knowledge:
Student Skills:
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The life cycles of stars (stellar evolution) as it applies to the H-R
diagram
How the H-R diagram is organized
How a star produces energy (nuclear fusion)
That stars produce many types of energy (heat, light, UV)
The nature of the electromagnetic spectrum & wave characteristics
Differences between heliocentric & geocentric models of the Solar
System
Units used to measure large distances in space (light year, a.u)
Newton’s Laws of Motion
How scientists theorize that the universe is expanding
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Examine, evaluate, question, and ethically use information from
a variety of sources and media to investigate the history of the
universe, solar system and Earth. (3.1.e.) (DOK 1-2)
Use the H-R diagram to identify stars based on luminosity &
heat
Explain that nuclear fusion involves small atoms being joined
together and releasing energy
Explain how gravity affects motion
Explain how scientists use electromagnetic radiation to
determine the characteristics of stars (spectral lines=elements,
brightness, color, type of radiation, etc.)
When discussing the electromagnetic spectrum; correctly use
the terms frequency, wavelength and amplitude and explain
relationship between frequency and wavelength
Describe the gravitational effects of objects in the solar system.
Gather, analyze, and interpret data and create graphs
regarding position, velocity and acceleration of moving objects.
Demonstrate the size and scale of the solar system
READING GUIDE: Unit 7 – Astronomy
Due Date:
Assignment: Chapter 25 & 26 pp.788-861
Questions:
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Explain the difference between the solar system and the universe. Give examples to distinguish between each. 4
pts
2.
Explain the difference between a planet, a moon, and a star. Draw cross-section diagrams to help you if
necessary. Give examples of each 3 pts
3.
How are distances measured within our solar system? Within the Universe? Use the data table on page 804 to help
you 2pts
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Explain the difference and locations between asteroids, (p.809) , comets, and meteoroids (p.815). 3pts
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What is the Kuiper Belt and how far is it from our solar system? 2 pts
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What is the Oort Cloud? 1 pt
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Section 25.4 p. 815 Questions 1 & 2 ( 7 pts)
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Chapter 26: Explain fusion and how it is related to the energy in a star. 3 pts
9.
Draw a cross section of the Sun and label all the parts 5 pts
10. PP. 836-837 What are the properties of stars? List and explain each 4 pts
11. What is the Hertzsprung Russell Diagram and what information do they give us about stars?
GeoPhysical: Student Objective Sheet
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Data Analysis: Page 463 GeoPhysical Text
Read the information and answer questions 1-5 in your lab notebook 10 pts
Challenge Questions:
If you clearly understand the concepts of this unit, you should be able to answer the following.
1. Assessment: p. 782
What do we use fossil fuels for? How are they contributing to global warming?
2.
Give an example in the Real World of how a reduction of fossil fuel use might decrease greenhouse
gases?
3. Why do you think there is more precipitation in southern Florida than there would be in Alaska?
4. How do bodies of water affect the temperatures, precipitation and climate of the lands they are near.
Be scientific and specific
5. What are the greenhouse gases? Are they always “bad”? explain
6. What is the ocean conveyor system? (research)
7. What would happen if the Deep Ocean Conveyor system stopped circulating? (research this)