Solar Eclipse

This problem solving task encourages students to explore why solar eclipses are rare by examining the radius of the sun and the furthest distance between the moon and the earth.
Resource ID#: 44595 Type: Problem-Solving Task
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students , Parents
Suggested Technology: Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 15 Minute(s)
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Instructional Component Type(s): Problem-Solving Task
Resource Collection: Illustrative Mathematics

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