Three D Constellations

Learners are introduced to both celestial coordinates and to the first rung on the distance determination ladder. They convert spherical coordinates to Cartesian coordinates to construct a three dimensional model of a constellation which can be viewed from any angle.

Concepts

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constellations, stars, astronomy, the scientific method, coordinate plane, parallax

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Additional Tags

astronomy, constellation, coordinates, parallax, scientific inquiry, science

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Resource Details

Grade

11th - Higher Ed

Subjects

Science

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Resource Type

Lesson Plans

Audience

For Teacher Use

Instructional Strategy

Skills Practice

Usage Permissions

Creative Commons

BY-NC: 3.0