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Planet Quest
http://library.thinkquest.org/27322/frameset.php
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This website provides solar system information and a tool to compare the statistics of planets. There are also online quizzes about each of the planets, a forum, and links to astronomy clubs around the world.
Intended for grade levels:
  • Middle (6-8)
  • High (9-12)
Type of resource:
  • Text:
    • Ref. material
  • Services:
    • Discussion / Forum
  • Tools:
    • Calculation / Conversion
Subject:
  • Space science
Technical requirements:
QuickTime plug-in
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
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DLESE Catalog ID: DLESE-000-000-004-866
Educational standards:
  • National Science Education Standards (NSES):
    • 5-8:
      • B - Physical science:
        • Properties and changes of properties in matter
      • D - Earth and space science:
        • Earth in the solar system
    • 9-12:
      • B - Physical science:
        • Motions and forces
      • D - Earth and space science:
        • Origin and evolution of the universe
Related resources:
This resource is referenced by 'EduScapes: A Site for Life-long Learners'
http://www.eduscapes.com/index.html
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Publisher: ThinkQuest