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Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites key terms

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Solar system; stability of orbital motions; satellites

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  • space-49-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) State that a star enters the main sequence when it becomes hot enough for hydrogen nuclei to fuse to form helium by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-49-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) State that a star enters the main sequence when it becomes hot enough for hydrogen nuclei to fuse to form helium by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-39-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Explain that fusion of hydrogen nuclei releases energy in a main sequence star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-39-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Explain that fusion of hydrogen nuclei releases energy in a main sequence star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-36-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Explain that a main sequence star is stable because the forces within it are balanced by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-36-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Explain that a main sequence star is stable because the forces within it are balanced by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-22-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Describe the balance in a main sequence star as gravity acting inwards and pressure from fusion energy acting outwards by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-22-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Describe the balance in a main sequence star as gravity acting inwards and pressure from fusion energy acting outwards by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-64-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) State that the Sun is currently a main sequence star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-64-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) State that the Sun is currently a main sequence star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-15-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a star about the same size as the Sun becomes a red giant by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-15-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a star about the same size as the Sun becomes a red giant by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-13-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a red giant becomes a white dwarf by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-13-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a red giant becomes a white dwarf by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-19-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a white dwarf cools to become a black dwarf by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-19-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a white dwarf cools to become a black dwarf by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-16-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a star much more massive than the Sun becomes a red super giant by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-16-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a star much more massive than the Sun becomes a red super giant by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-14-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a red super giant may explode as a supernova by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-14-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a red super giant may explode as a supernova by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-50-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for distant galaxy spectrum: it supports (Physics only) State that a supernova explosion distributes elements throughout the universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-50-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for red-shifted absorption lines: it supports (Physics only) State that a supernova explosion distributes elements throughout the universe by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Red shift means light from distant galaxies has increased wavelength; together with cosmic microwave background radiation it supports an expanding universe from the Big Bang. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-18-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a supernova can leave behind a neutron star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-18-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a supernova can leave behind a neutron star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-17-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a supernova can leave behind a black hole if the remaining mass is large enough by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-17-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Describe how a supernova can leave behind a black hole if the remaining mass is large enough by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-08-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Compare the life cycle of a Sun-sized star with the life cycle of a much more massive star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-08-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Compare the life cycle of a Sun-sized star with the life cycle of a much more massive star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.

  • space-04-term-01 classification The life cycle of a star

    A classification cue for nebula cloud forming a protostar: it supports (Physics only) Apply WS 1.2 when using models to represent stages in the life cycle of a star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: identify classify category label definition object type membership distinction.

  • space-04-term-02 evidence The life cycle of a star

    A evidence cue for main sequence star balancing forces: it supports (Physics only) Apply WS 1.2 when using models to represent stages in the life cycle of a star by linking the correct Space Physics object, stage, motion or evidence to The life cycle of a star. Star life cycles depend on mass: nebula and protostar stages lead to main sequence, then lower-mass and higher-mass stars follow different final pathways. Cue words: observation spectrum signal data measurement inference support pattern conclusion.