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Rotation and Orbits - Design Your Own Experiment

Design Your Own Experiment

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The movements of celestial objects have fascinated people long before there were any astronomical gadgets. For projects related to rotation and orbits, you can think about how the movements of the Sun and Moon have an effect on Earth. You can also visit a local planetarium to view how objects in our solar system move. Check the For More Information section and talk with your science teacher to learn more about rotations and orbits of celestial objects. Remember that if you conduct a project where you observe celestial objects, never look directly at the Sun to avoid damage to your eyes.

Steps in the Scientific Method

To conduct an original experiment, you need to plan carefully and think things through. Otherwise, you might not be sure what question you are answering, what you are or should be measuring, or what your findings...

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