Part 2: Using the Sim to Investigate Light on the Moon
Goal: Look for evidence in the Simulation to answer the Investigation Question: Where does the Moon get its light?
Tips:
• You may find it helpful to close some views and observe one view at a time.
• You may want to try turning sunlight on and off.
What evidence from the simulation supports your answer?
CFS:
Accurately identifies the light on the moon based on its position
Accurately describes the relationship between light and the appearance of illuminated objects
Accurately describes connections to the source of evidnece
Chapter 1: Light and Dark on the Moon
Lesson 1.2: Picturing the Moon
Part 1: Introducing the Earth, Moon, and Sun Simulation
Talk with your partner as you explore the Earth, Moon, and Sun Simulation. Share what you both notice.
Identify the function of the following simulation tools:
Three View panel (top left menu bar)
Where does the Moon get its light? (check one)
What evidence do you have as to why one half of the moon appears bright, while the other half appears dark?
CFS:
Accurately identifies the light on the moon based on its position
Accurately describes the relationship between light and the appearance of illuminated objects
Word Bank:
Illuminate
Moon
Sun
System View
View from Earth
Top View
Pink camera toggle (upper-left menu bar)
Yellow sunlight toggle (upper left menu bar)
Purple grid line toggle (upper-left menu bar)
Time Scale