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ERIC Number: EJ136824
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1976
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An Astronomy Exercise Based on an Unusual Planetary Configuration
Margrave, Thomas E., Jr.
Physics Teacher, 14, 4, 229-230, Apr 76
Combines coordinate systems, planetary positions, use of the celestial globe, and synodic period in a graphing exercise. Information is given to duplicate an occurrence of 1940 in which five naked eye planets were simultaneously visible. (CP)
Descriptors: Astronomy, College Science, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Laboratory Experiments, Science Activities, Science Education
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Audience: Practitioners
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