Planet Hunting Model

PBS Learning Media
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PBS Learning Media
Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
Doppler effect extrasolar planets habitability orbit planet hunting transit method wobble method
Subjects
Science
Grade Levels
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Post-Secondary
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Planet Hunting Model

How do scientists detect planets around distant stars? Use this model to explore how a star’s movement and light intensity are affected by an orbiting planet. Explore the effects of changing the orbiting angle (tilt), type, and size of the planet on the star’s velocity and light intensity. Use the habitability analyzer to determine whether the planet could harbor life.
Publisher
PBS Learning Media

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