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Space Math at NASA: Exploring the Dwarf Planets

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Levels
  • Intermediate (6-8)
  • Advanced (9-12+)
Material Type
  • Math
  • Problem set
  • Educator/Facilitator Guide
Math Skills
  • Arithmetic
  • Scale
  • Measurement
  • Scientific Notation
  • Conversions
  • Rates
  • Logarithms
  • Geometry
  • Ratios
  • Algebra I
Heliophysics Big Ideas
  • Big Idea 2.2 – The Sun defines the space…
  • Big Idea 2.3 – The Sun is the primary source of light…
NGSS
  • ESS1 - Earth's Place in the Universe
  • PS3 - Energy
Heliophysics Topics
  • Solar System
Related Missions
  • Hubble Space Telescope (Astro)
  • James Webb Space Telescope (Astro)
Material Cost per Learner Free
Language English

This problem set and educator's guide from Space Math at NASA features 10 educational math problems for students grades 6-12+ focusing on Pluto and dwarf planets to celebrate the New Horizons flyby. It provides educators with a practical tool to supplement solar system exploration units, applying real-world space science to intermediate and advanced math concepts. Teachers can integrate these exercises directly into classroom lessons or use them as independent practice to reinforce math skills within a planetary science context.

Credits: SpaceMath@NASA, Dr. Odenwald

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Space Math_Exploring the Dwarf Planets

Aug 31, 2026

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