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Space Math at NASA: Math Problems Related to the Solar System II

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Levels
  • Intermediate (6-8)
Material Type
  • Math
  • Problem set
Math Skills
  • Geometry
  • Arithmetic
  • Scale
  • Rates
  • Percentages
  • Data Analysis
  • Measurement
  • Conversions
  • Ratios
  • Formulas
  • Equations
Heliophysics Big Ideas
  • Big Idea 1.1 – The Sun is really big…
  • Big Idea 2.2 – The Sun defines the space…
NGSS
  • ESS1 - Earth's Place in the Universe
  • PS1 - Matter and its Interactions
Heliophysics Topics
  • Heliosphere
  • Solar System
  • Sun
Heliophysics Missions
  • ACE
  • IBEX
  • Voyager
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 47 math problems at the intermediate level (grades 6-8) calculating planetary alignments, cratering rates, and physical sizes of objects. Educators can apply this resource to middle school math units, allowing students to practice calculation steps using real space science data.

Source: SpaceMath@NASA, Dr. Odenwald

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Space Math_ The Solar System II

Aug 28, 2026

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