Why learn about the moons of Jupiter?
Two reasons– the Moons of Jupiter are important, and they are fascinating. • They orbit Jupiter, not the Earth, so by discovering them, Galileo disproved the ancient theory that everything in the universe revolves around the Earth. This may be the single most important discovery in the history of science. • Io, the closest of Jupiters moons is the most volcanic body is the solar system. • Europa, the second closest moon, probably has a liquid water interior, and may be a suitable habitat for microbial life. • Ganymede is the largest moon in the solar system, and is larger than the planet Mercury. • Callisto has the largest crater in the solar system. • It allows you to review basic concepts about the solar system without seeming repetitive to the students. • By focusing on planetary geology, it integrates astronomy and geology. (It would be great if more science projects did this). • It has rich connections to history and mythology. • The culminating project is fantastic. I hope I hav
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