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This Gravity Variations Interactive interactive also includes:
What would a baseball game look like on the moon? Probably a lot of home runs! A creative activity explores the motion of a projectile on the surface of different bodies in the solar system. Participants adjust the angle and velocity of a projectile to attempt to hit a target. They may also change their locations in the solar system to compare results.
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NGSS:
Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a handout to guide learners through the interactive lesson
- Provide individuals with the measurements of each planet prior to playing the game
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a strong understanding of acceleration due to gravity
- This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
- Provided questions encourage higher order thinking
- Engaging lesson that uses gaming to motivate pupils
Cons
- None