Process of Science: Think of some ways in which you can ...

[dollx]

Process of Science: Think of some ways in which you can demonstrate the following by simply looking at the sky: a) the Sun and stars lie beyond the Earth's atmosphere b) the stars are further away than the Moon
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The no atmosphere temperature of a planet is never higher than the planet's actual temperature.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

[Ahnyah]

Answer to Question 1

a) The Sun and stars disappear behind clouds. That tells us that clouds, in our atmosphere, lie between us and the stars.
b) As the Moon moves across the sky, it blocks out (occults) stars. This tells us that the Moon lies between us and the stars.

Answer to Question 2

TRUE

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Thank you!

[Ahnyah]

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