Aztec and Mayan Civilizations

Geocentric

• A model of the universe with Earth at the center.

• A model of the universe with the Sun at the center.

• A model of the universe with the Moon at the center.

• A model of the universe with stars at the center.

The specific task of Apollo 13 was to land on the Moon, but it became about surviving mishaps and returning safely.

• The unexpected challenges faced by Apollo 13.

• The successful landing on the Moon by Apollo 11.

• The first crewed mission to Mars.

• The development of the Saturn V rocket.

Purpose of Stonehenge

• Religious ceremonies

• Astronomical alignments

• A burial site for ancient kings

• A site for ancient games

Aztec civilization

• A Mesoamerican culture that flourished in central Mexico in the post-classic period from 1300 to 1521.

• An ancient civilization known for its pyramids and hieroglyphics in Egypt.

• A European civilization that dominated the Mediterranean during the Renaissance.

• A North American culture known for its mound-building and trade networks.

Tycho Brahe

• A Danish nobleman known for his accurate and comprehensive astronomical observations.

• A famous physicist who developed the laws of motion.

• An astronomer who invented the telescope.

• A mathematician known for his work in calculus.

Johannes Kepler

• A German physicist known for his work on electromagnetism.

• A German mathematician who developed calculus.

• A German astronomer who is best known for his laws of planetary motion.

• A German chemist who discovered the periodic table.

Greek Mythology: Sun and Moon

Who is the Greek god of the Sun?

• Selene

• Luna

• Helios

• Sol

The Aztec civilization thrived from approximately 1100 to 1521 CE.

• The Aztec civilization was known for its advanced technology and space exploration.

• The Aztec civilization marked a significant period in Mesoamerican history.

• The Aztec civilization was primarily located in North America.

• The Aztec civilization was the first to discover electricity.

Cause: The flourishing of the Aztec civilization

• Development of complex societal structures and cultural traditions that persist today.

• Decline of trade routes and economic instability.

• Rise of European colonization and its impact on indigenous cultures.

• Formation of alliances with neighboring tribes for military strength.

New dynasties appointed astronomers

• to create new calendars.

• to study the stars for navigation.

• to predict weather patterns.

• to develop agricultural techniques.