How to use the Compare the Planets section of our curriculum web: The Compare the Planets section seeks to ask the students, Can you use data to compare the planets in terms of orbit, size, composition, density, rotation, revolution, and atmosphere?
After students complete this section, they should be able to accurately answer this question and compare the planets in terms of several factors. The following Earth Science GLE will be covered in the planet activities: GLE #38. Use data to compare the planets in terms of orbit, size, composition, density, rotation, revolution, and atmosphere (ESS-M-C2). Specific Science as Inquiry GLEs and Technology standards will be listed under each activity. Compare the Planets Background Information and General Activity: This activity serves as general background information on the topic. The page first gives a brief description of a planet and the differences between the inner and outer planets. It also shows an image that is helpful in displaying the relative sizes of the planets and the sun in relation to one another. It then presents a link to a vocabulary page. The activity is most effective in pairs or small groups. Students should read the introduction, view the image, and then click on th
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