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Space Math at NASA: Math Problems Related to Stars

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Levels
  • Introductory (K-5)
  • Intermediate (6-8)
  • Advanced (9-12+)
Material Type
  • Math
  • Problem set
Math Skills
  • Arithmetic
  • Percentages
  • Equations
  • Scale
  • Ratios
  • Graphing
  • Scientific Notation
  • Data Analysis
  • Conversions
  • Rates
  • Geometry
Heliophysics Big Ideas
  • Big Idea 1.1 – The Sun is really big…
NGSS
  • ESS1 - Earth's Place in the Universe
  • PS1 - Matter and its Interactions
  • PS2 - Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions
  • PS3 - Energy
Heliophysics Topics
  • Light
  • Sun
  • Stellar Evolution
Heliophysics Missions
  • Parker Solar Probe
  • Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO)
  • Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO)
Related Missions
  • Hubble Space Telescope (Astro)
  • James Webb Space Telescope (Astro)
Material Cost per Learner Free
Language English

This problem set from Space Math at NASA features 48 math problems for students K-12+ investigating stellar brightness, physical properties, temperatures, and relative sizes for physics units. Educators can use these exercises to help students apply mathematical concepts to real-world astronomical data, calculating stellar dimensions and analyzing light profiles.

Source/Credit: SpaceMath@NASA, Dr. Odenwald.

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Space Math_The Stars

Aug 28, 2026

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