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Space Math at NASA: Exploring Aerosols

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Levels
  • Introductory (K-5)
  • Intermediate (6-8)
  • Advanced (9-12+)
Material Type
  • Math
  • Problem set
  • Educator/Facilitator Guide
Math Skills
  • Measurement
  • Geometry
  • Scientific Notation
  • Scale
  • Conversions
  • Ratios
  • Data Analysis
  • Algebra I
  • Equations
  • Rates
  • Functions
Heliophysics Big Ideas
  • Big Idea 1.3 – The Sun’s energy drives Earth’s climate…
  • Big Idea 2.3 – The Sun is the primary source of light…
NGSS
  • ESS1 - Earth's Place in the Universe
  • ESS2 - Earth's Systems
  • PS1 - Matter and its Interactions
  • PS3 - Energy
Heliophysics Topics
  • Electromagnetic Spectrum
  • Light
  • Energy
Heliophysics Missions
  • Cubesat
  • Sounding Rocket
Related Missions
  • CryoSat (Earth)
  • ICESat (Earth)
  • Aqua (Earth)
  • Jason-CS/Sentinel-6 (Earth)
  • Landsat (Earth)
  • ISS
Material Cost per Learner Free
Language English

This problem set and educator's guide from Space Math at NASA features 18 math problems exploring atmospheric aerosols using real data from the SAGE III instrument on the ISS. It is highly useful for integrating quantitative data analysis into environmental science and physics units. For students grades K-12+, teachers can apply this resource by assigning specific data analysis problems as classroom exercises or homework to help students connect mathematical skills with real-world climate science.

Credits: SpaceMath@NASA, Dr. Odenwald

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Space Math_Exploring Aerosols

Aug 31, 2026

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