Alberta Science 2023 Curriculum - Grade 6 - Space Unit

What is the primary focus of the Alberta Science 2023 Curriculum - Grade 6 - Space Unit?

• Biology and ecosystems

• Space and celestial bodies

• Chemistry and reactions

• Physics and motion

What type of planets are included in the Alberta Science 2023 Curriculum's solar system diagram?

• Only terrestrial planets

• Only gas giants

• Dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids

• Only exoplanets

According to the Alberta Science 2023 Curriculum, what is the role of satellites in space exploration?

• Providing internet connectivity

• Mining asteroids

• Using satellites for imaging and communication

• Transporting astronauts

What experiment related to gravity is mentioned in the Alberta Science 2023 Curriculum?

• Gravity and the force of gravity on all 8 planets

• Gravity and black holes interaction

• Gravity and time dilation

• Gravity and light bending

What is the primary focus of the scientific exploration of space as mentioned in the learning material?

• To study the effects of gravity on Earth

• To understand the interconnectedness of Earth with other planets in the solar system

• To explore the surface of the Sun

• To find new forms of energy

Which of the following is NOT listed as a celestial body?

• Comets

• Asteroids

• Moons

• Airplanes

What led to the reclassification of Pluto according to the document?

• Its size

• Its orbit

• New information

• Its temperature

Which technology is NOT used to explore the solar system?

• Telescopes

• Satellites

• Submarines

• Space stations

What is the purpose of satellites as described in the document?

• To collect solar energy

• To orbit around another larger object

• To monitor Earth's weather only

• To serve as communication hubs between planets

What is the term used to describe a large body of celestial matter that orbits a star and is capable of reflecting light from that star?

• A) Asteroid

• B) Moon

• C) Planet

• D) Meteor