ASTR.SCI.9.D
Explain the significance of Earth's solstices and equinoxes.
Astronomy · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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significanceEarth's solsticesequinoxes
Skills
- explain (the meaning and importance of Earth's solstices and equinoxes) #dok2
- describe (the role of solstices and equinoxes in Earth's seasons and annual cycle) #dok2
- analyze (how solstices and equinoxes impact length of day and night) #dok3
- evaluate (the historical and scientific importance of solstices and equinoxes in different cultures and scientific contexts) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can define solstices and equinoxes as they relate to Earth. #dok1
- I can identify when Earth's solstices and equinoxes occur on a calendar. #dok1
- I can explain the significance of Earth's solstices and equinoxes for seasonal changes. #dok2
- I can describe how the position of Earth affects the occurrence of solstices and equinoxes. #dok2
- I can analyze the effects of solstices and equinoxes on the length of day and night throughout the year. #dok3
- I can evaluate the historical, scientific, and cultural significance of solstices and equinoxes in human societies. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Earth's solstices and equinoxes are key astronomical events that mark the change of seasons and influence the length of day and night.
- Understanding the significance of solstices and equinoxes provides insight into Earth's tilt, orbit, and their effects on our environment and human cultures.
Essential Questions
- What causes Earth's solstices and equinoxes?
- How do solstices and equinoxes mark the start of different seasons?
- Why are solstices and equinoxes considered significant in both scientific and cultural contexts?
- How do the lengths of day and night change during solstices and equinoxes?
- In what ways have human societies recognized and used solstices and equinoxes throughout history?