Download 6.3 Why satellites stay up

24 May 2017
6.3 Why satellites stay up
Lesson
Learning outcomes
6.2
I can look up data in tables. (Level 4)
6.2
I can explain that there is no friction in Space. (Level 4)
6.2
I can remember that gravity holds planets in orbit around the Sun, and the Moon
and satellites in orbit around the Earth. (Level 4)
6.3
I can describe the uses of some satellites. (Level 4)
6.4
I can describe how models of the Solar System have changed over time. (Level 4)
6.4
I can describe the current model of the Solar System. (Level 4)
6.5
I can describe weight as a force. (Level 4)
6.6
I can explain how scientists use models to describe things (Level 4)
6.2
I can explain how to improve the accuracy of experiments. (Level 5)
6.2
I can explain how friction affects the motion of objects. (Level 5)
6.2
I can explain how to take measurements accurately. (Level 5)
6.3
I can explain the difference between natural and artificial satellites. (Level 5)
6.4
I can explain why the Sun seems to move across the sky. (Level 5)
6.5
I can calculate weight from mass. (Level 5)
6.6
I can describe the motion of objects under simple conditions. (Level 5)
6.3
I can relate the properties of a satellite to its use. (Level 6)
6.4
I can relate observations in history to Solar System models. (Level 6)
6.5
6.2
6.3
I can describe the use of gravity meters to explore underground. (Level 6)
I can explain the link between the gravitational attraction of an object and force and
distance. (Level 7)
I can describe the way that gravitational attraction causes satellites to orbit. (Level 7)
6.5
I can explain how a gravity meter works. (Level 7)
6.6
I can describe the motion and gravitational affects of spacecraft visiting the Moon from
Earth. (Level 7)
6.2
I can discuss Cavendish’s experiment in detail. (Level 8)
6.3
I can describe the relationship between orbital speed, distance and gravitational
attraction. (Level 8)
I can describe the relationship between planet size, distance from Sun and surface
conditions.(Level 8)
6.3
6.6
I can explain the limitations and uses of a variety of models. (Level 8)
Before
Learned
Revised
Orbital space stations
• Discuss in small groups the advantages
and disadvantages of a space holiday on
an orbiting space station for tourists.
• List the things they would want to know,
e.g. cost, duration, experiences, etc.
• Set criteria that would persuade you to go
on such a holiday.
Homework
• Prepare five
questions to ask
me on my next
mission.
• What do you think
the answers would
be?