How do we explore and study space Welcome to Class How do we explore and study space
Agenda Finish Solar System Book Why is Earth best suited for Life? Formation of the universe Nebular Activity
Why is Earth best suited for Life?
Formation of the Universe
Nebular Hypothesis Nebula – rotating cloud of gas and dust Solar Nebula – formed sun and planets about 5 billion years ago
Formation of the Sun Temp at center of solar nebula was hot enough for hydrogen fusion Created star = sun 99% of the matter from the solar nebula
Formation of the Planets Planets formed on the outside of solar nebula Inner Planets Solid, warmer Outer Planets Gaseous, cold Exoplanets - video
Formation of the Planets Planetesimals Protoplanets Planets and Moons
Put the Events in order Cut out the pictures (and words) and glue/tape them onto the paper on order 1-6
Formation of the Solar System Other ideas about the Solar System Readings