Getting the Data

Learning Objectives All pupils must know: One example of an early model of the Solar System; Discuss some aspects of the exploitation of space Most pupils should know: That there have been various models of the Solar System The role of prediction and testing in the acceptance of models of the Solar System Some pupils could know: Why Kepler’s model superseded the Copernician system Explain why the speed of a planet changes as it moves around its orbit.

Match up the correct answers: Which is which? telescope on Earth space telescope lander orbiter A A space vehicle that is put into orbit around another planet or moon. B An instrument with lenses or mirrors that makes things look bigger. C A space vehicle that lands on another planet or moon. D A telescope that is in orbit around the Earth. 1 Taking soil samples on another planet or moon. 2 Taking photos of the Sun, the stars or planets without the atmosphere getting in the way. 3 Taking photographs or other measurements from close to a planet. 4 Taking photos of the Sun, the stars or planets.

Mission to Europa Europa is a moon of Saturn. It is believed to have liquid water Design a two part mission to discover if there is life there. 1.Observing the planet 2.Sending a probe (what would it look for?)

Plenary Prove you can do the “I Can” section on page 121 of the textbook

Learning Objectives All pupils must know: One example of an early model of the Solar System; Discuss some aspects of the exploitation of space Most pupils should know: That there have been various models of the Solar System The role of prediction and testing in the acceptance of models of the Solar System Some pupils could know: Why Kepler’s model superseded the Copernician system Explain why the speed of a planet changes as it moves around its orbit.