Scale Models of the Solar System

The video tutorial explains how to create a scale model of the solar system, focusing on calculating scale factors and applying them to determine the sizes and distances of celestial bodies. It provides a detailed example using the Earth-Moon system and offers instructions for a related assignment.

What is the main purpose of the video tutorial?

• To discuss the life cycle of stars.

• To explain the history of astronomy.

• To describe the formation of galaxies.

• To teach how to calculate a scale model of the solar system.

In astronomical units, how far is Jupiter from the sun compared to Earth?

• Twice as far

• Five times as far

• Ten times as far

• Twenty times as far

What is a major challenge in creating a real scale model of the solar system?

• Understanding planetary orbits

• Choosing the right materials

• Getting the sizes and distances correct

• Finding accurate data

What is the scale factor used for the Earth in the Earth-Moon system?

• 0.0005 inches per kilometer

• 0.000784 inches per kilometer

• 0.002 inches per kilometer

• 0.001 inches per kilometer

How large is the moon in the scale model if the Earth is 10 inches?

• 1.5 inches

• 2.9 inches

• 5 inches

• 3.5 inches

In the scale model, how far is the moon from the Earth?

• 20 feet

• 25 feet

• 15 feet

• 30 feet

What unit is used for the scale factor in the assignment for the sun?

• Inches per kilometer

• Centimeters per kilometer

• Meters per kilometer

• Feet per kilometer

What is the first step in calculating a scale model of the solar system?

• Select a model size

• Calculate the scale factor

• Determine the size of the planets

• Measure the distance between planets