With this activity the students learn the difference between meteoroids, meteors and meteorites, finally discovering what a “shooting star” is, thanks to simple, hands-on activities. They will also be able to get an idea of how the impact of asteroids and other celestial bodies can affect life on Earth.
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Big Ideas
The night sky is rich and dynamic
We all live on a small planet within the Solar System
Source: AstroEdu – International Astronomical Union