Science Standard VI, Earth and Space Science
Lesson 603, Space Exploration Today
Understanding the role of astronomers in space
Defining Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity
Knowing who Albert Michelson was
Identifying the four major parts of the theory of relativity
Defining constant, space-time, computer simulations, particle accelerator, subatomic particles, telescope, refracting, reflecting, convex lenses, focus, radio waves, Doppler Effect, redshift, visible spectrum, and rockets
Recognizing the importance of the Hubble Space Telescope
Recognizing the importance of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory
Understanding the space race between Russia and the United States
Identifying the two types of satellites: natural and artificial
Understanding the importance of Sputnik in space exploration
Recognizing the achievements of space exploration, including those of Yuri Gagarin, the Soyuz Capsule, Alan Shepard, the Mercury Capsule, Saturn V, Apollo, Apollo 11, space shuttles, Challenger, Columbia, space probes, Voyager 2, Galileo, Huygens probe, the Mars Global Surveyor, Mars Pathfinder, rovers, Sojourner, Spirit, and Opportunity
Describing the optical telescope, radio telescope, X-ray telescope, and spectroscope and what each measures or magnifies