Title: Planet X - A Unique Discovery
Introduction:
Welcome to the fascinating world of Planet X! In this alternate portfolio, we will explore the characteristics of this newly discovered planet and compare them to Earth. Prepare to be amazed by the scale and vastness of our universe.
Image:
Include an eye-catching and creative image that depicts both Earth and Planet X. Use colors and visuals to highlight the unique features of each planet, emphasizing the significant differences in size and distance from the Sun.
Labels:
1. Earth:
- Diameter: 7,917.5 miles (7.9157 x 10^3 miles)
- Distance from the Sun: 93,000,000 miles (9.3 x 10^7 miles)
2. Planet X:
- Name: __________ (Choose a creative and fitting name for your planet)
- Diameter: ______ miles (Use scientific notation to express the diameter of Planet X)
- Distance from the Sun: 10,000,000,000 miles (10^10 miles)
Paragraph Description:
Planet X is an extraordinary celestial body that has recently been discovered. With a diameter 30 times larger than Earth, it presents a whole new level of magnitude in size. To determine the diameter of Planet X, we can multiply Earth's diameter by the factor of 30.
Earth's diameter: 7,917.5 miles (7.9157 x 10^3 miles)
Planet X's diameter: 7,917.5 miles * 30 = ______ miles (Using scientific notation, express Planet X's diameter)
In terms of distance from the Sun, Planet X is situated at an incredible distance of 10,000,000,000 miles. Comparatively, Earth is relatively closer at a distance of 93,000,000 miles. To find the difference between these two distances, we can use subtraction.
Planet X's distance from the Sun: 10,000,000,000 miles
Earth's distance from the Sun: 93,000,000 miles
Difference: 10,000,000,000 miles - 93,000,000 miles = ______ miles (Express the difference using scientific notation)
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the discovery of Planet X has brought about a deeper understanding of the vastness of our universe. Its immense size, as depicted in the visuals, demonstrates the wonders that lie beyond our own planet. Through scientific calculations utilizing multiplication and subtraction with scientific notation, we have determined Planet X's diameter and the difference in distance from the Sun compared to Earth. This alternate portfolio serves as a tribute to the endless possibilities and infinite beauty that continues to amaze scientists and astronomers worldwide.
Pre Algebra Unit 4 Scientific Notation Alternate Portfolio
You are a Scientist and have just made an amazing discovery of a previously unknown planet with a diameter that is 30 times or 3 x 10 ^ 1 bigger than the diameter of the Earth. Your planet’s distance from the Sun is 10,000,000,000 miles or 10^10.
Information to know and task to complete: The Earth has a diameter of 7,917.5 miles or 7.9157 x 10 ^3 miles. If your planet is 30 times or 3 x 10 ^ 1 bigger than the diameter of the Earth, what is your planet’s diameter?
The Earth is about 93,000,000 miles or 9.3 x 10^7 away from the sun. Your planet’s distance from the Sun is 10,000,000,000 miles or 10^10. Use what you have learned about subtraction with scientific notation to find the difference between your planet’s distance from the Sun and the Earth’s distance from the Sun.
For this portfolio, you will make a poster, drawing, presentation/ ppt, google slides, or computer generated image that depicts the Earth and your newly discovered planet. You will use scientific notation to determine what is the diameter of your planet and the difference between the distance that the earth is from the sun and the distance that your planet is from the sun.
Be creative and arranged in an orderly manner.
What should your portfolio include:
Images of the Earth and your new planet.
Labels for the planets. Give your planet a name.
Clearly include both planets’ diameter and distance from the Sun.
In a short paragraph describe your planet and show your work using scientific notation where you find the diameter of your planet and the difference between the distance that the earth is from the sun and the distance that your planet is.
Hint: You should multiply to find the diameter of your planet. You should use subtraction to find the difference between the distance that the earth is from the sun and the distance that your planet is.
Save your portfolio and name it something you can remember and upload it as your portfolio.
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