1. “Constellations: Show What You Know”
Formative
Textbook Support: Unit 2, Lesson 2
“Constellations:
Show What You Know”
Choose a Constellation of Stars from the night sky to research, re-create and report on. Feature the most prominent stars in the group with: Name, Type, Distance, Absolute & Apparent Magnitude. Also include any relevant general information unique to the constellation.
-I can compare the differences and similarities among stars and interpret HR Diagrams
-I can explain the important specific information gained through spectroscopy and the Doppler Effect
-I can estimate the quantities associated with stars and galaxies (size, age, distance)
-I can model the grouping of stars and galaxies using proper terminology
-I can predict the life cycle of stars based on certain criteria while using the correct vocabulary
-I can use scales to compare brightness, luminosity and magnitude
-I can summarize how distances are calculated and how likelihoods are estimated
-I can appreciate the significance of very large distances, sizes and amounts of time
1.0 – Identify and list key objects and facts about our Galaxy and Universe while defining relevant vocabulary.
2.0 – Categorize galaxies and predict the life cycles of stars. Organize how matter is distributed in the universe.
3.0 – Cite the evidence for reliable knowledge through spectroscopy and mathematics. Draw conclusions about space travel and exploration based on history and economics.
4.0 – Apply concepts learned to lab work, observations and demonstrations.
SC.8.E.5.1 Recognize that there are enormous distances between objects in space and apply our knowledge of light and space travel to understand this distance.
SC.8.E.5.2 Recognize that the universe contains many billions of galaxies and that each galaxy contains many billions of stars.
SC.8.E.5.3 Distinguish the hierarchical relationships between planets and other astronomical bodies relative to solar system, galaxy, and universe, including distance, size, and composition.
SC.8.E.5.5 Describe and classify specific physical properties of stars: apparent magnitude (brightness), temperature (color), size, and luminosity (absolute brightness).