Planetary atmospheres vary greatly from planet to planet. Explore these variations by experiencing the motion of the atmospheric molecules through an engaging simulation. Pupils discover that temperature and mass contribute to the stability of a planet's gases. 

 

Concepts

the atmosphere, the earth's atmosphere, particles, temperature, air mass, planets

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Use exercises as exit questions to check for understanding
• Form collaborative groups to research the components of the atmosphere of each planet

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a fundamental understanding of molecular motion

• This content requires Adobe Flash to view

Pros

• Interactive uses a graph to record each trial and allows for comparisons
• Introduction gives valuable background information

Cons

• None