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    • Access Point Number: SC.8.E.5.In.6  
      Access Point Description: Describe the Sun as a mass of hot, burning gases that produces very high temperatures.

      Access Point Category: Independent  
      Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08  
      Big Idea Earth in Space and Time - The origin and eventual fate of the Universe still remains one of the greatest questions in science. Gravity and energy influence the formation of galaxies, including our own Milky Way Galaxy, stars, the planetary systems, and Earth. Humankind’s need to explore continues to lead to the development of knowledge and understanding of the nature of the Universe.

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      » Making Sun-Earth Connections
      This presentation, offered by NASA, includes colorful graphics and presentation notes to help students understand the dynamics of the Sun, of the aurora, and of the turbulent space around Earth.      		 Presentation /Slideshow (Primary Type)
      » Solar Wind's Effect on Earth
      The Sun produces a solar wind — a continuous flow of charged particles — that can affect us on Earth. It can, for example, disrupt communications, navigation systems, and satellites. Solar activity can also cause power outages, such as...    ...read more       		 Video / Audio / Animation (Primary Type)

      * Please note that examples of resources are not intended as complete curriculum.


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