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HMH Unit 5.2 Discover More

HMH Unit 5.2 Discover More

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Science

5th Grade

Hard

NGSS
HS-ESS1-4, HS-ESS1-2, HS-ESS1-3

Standards-aligned

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Ambrea Hendrickson

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HMH Unit 5.2 Discover More

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Astronomers

  • Astronomers are scientists who study space.

  • They study objects ranging from small, rocky asteroids to enormous galaxies that contain planets and billions of stars.

  • Astronomers have a strong background in physics, which focuses on matter, forces, and energy.

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Astronomers

  • Physics helps astronomers understand the structure of the universe.

  • Astronomers also study chemisy, computer scinece, and math.

  • After completing their college studies, many astronomers obtain a doctorate in their field. This can take up to seven more years of college.

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Multiple Choice

Training in what field best helps astronomers understand the structure of the universe?

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biology

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physics

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geology

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ecology

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Multiple Choice

What statement about astronomers is true?

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They spend little work time looking through telescopes

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They rarely interact with students

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They work mainly in government jobs

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Research takes up a small amount of their time.

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Multiple Choice

Which statement best explains why astronomers need a background in computer science?

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They view images of space objects on computers.

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They communicate with one another using computers.

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They design computer models about space.

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