Planets, Stars & Galaxies

Process

Galaxies

Which galaxy is our Solar System a part of? What is a galaxy made of? How many galaxies are in the Universe?

Could there be life in other galaxies?

What do you think?

Your job is to investigate the nature of galaxies and the possibility of life on other planets.

Task 1

• Download and print the <Galaxies Worksheet>

• Look at the following image taken from the Hubble Space Telescope

*Click on the picture to see a larger image*

Part 1

• Use this image to help you answer questions in Part 1 on your worksheet

• When you have completed your classification table, compare your results with the <Astronomer's Table>.

• Complete the remaining questions in Part 1

Part 2

• Click on the images below to answer questions in Part 2 on your worksheet

Task 2

• Using the resources found on the <Information Page> or from your own search, investigate what  conditions are required for life to exist and the possibility of other life forms existing in the Universe.

• Participate in a discussion with your other class experts in the <Discussion Board Page>.

Tips:

• Think about the following questions:

  • Do any of the planets in our Solar System have conditions suitable for life?

  • Where are scientists looking for evidence of life?

  • Do you think they will ever find evidence of life on another planet in the Universe?

  • Where are the main possibilities for life to exist in the Universe?

• Check the Grading Rubric on the <Evaluation Page> to guide your work.

Task 3

• Complete the <online quiz> about galaxies

Stars Checklist

 

Task 1	Galaxies Worksheet	þ
Task 2	Discussion Activity	þ
Task 3	Online Quiz	þ

Once you have completed all tasks on the Galaxies...

Follow the path to your next destination - NEPTUNE!