6. Incomplete Model: Motion of the Moon with Solar Perturbation

Stephen Dickman, Jacob Kelter
Physics
Estimated time for students: one 45 minute period.
AP Physics 1
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Overview

This imperfect model attempts to show the Moon's orbit as it is being perturbed by the Sun. The student will have to state why the model does not accurately simulate the Lunar orbit as the Moon will leave its orbit about the Earth.

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Standards

Computational Thinking in STEM 2.0
  •   Computational Modeling and Simulation Practices
    • [CT-MODEL-1] Using computational models to understand a complex phenomenon
    • [CT-MODEL-2] Using computational models to hypothesize and test predictions
    • [CT-MODEL-3] Using a computational tool to understand a system's compenents and dynamics
Next Generation Science Standards
  •   Physical Science
    • [HS-PS2-1] Analyze data to support the claim that Newton’s second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object, its mass, and its acceleration.
    • [MS-PS4-2] Develop and use a model to describe that waves are reflected, absorbed, or transmitted through various materials.

Credits

This model was created by Jacob Kelter and Stephen Dickman

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