Why does the temperature on the moon get so much hotter and colder than the temperature on the earth? The video answers this question and many more. It incorporates a discussion of the importance of atmosphere and how greenhouse gases lead to a better understanding of global warming.

Concepts

greenhouse gases, the greenhouse effect, the atmosphere

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Use a KWL chart to determine if pupils realize greenhouse gases are good if they are in the right proportions

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of molecules, electromagnetic charges, and radiation
• Comments contain inappropriate material for most classes, so avoid displaying them when showing the video

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes closed captioning in 10 different languages
• Awesome animations keep viewers engaged

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4