Lesson Plan

Solving a Mixed Up Problem

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Begin the process of adding and subtracting spectra. Having a basic understanding of occultation events, pupils begin the pursuit to determine what a found atmosphere might contain. Learners work with two graphs and calculate what the result would be if the graphs are either added or subtracted. Background information provides a connection from the activity to subtracting spectra to determine the makeup of distant atmospheres.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Use two graphs on a coordinate plane to show the addition and subtraction of the graphs
  • Ask classmates to create their own graph subtraction problems and share with others
Classroom Considerations
  • Assumes the class has knowledge of occultation events
Pros
  • Includes an answer document
  • Provides a blackline master for the worksheet with room to draw the answer
Cons
  • None