Mission Library

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Proportionality
7th Grade

The Mission
49 min

Storyline

When Leon goes missing, the crew must apply their knowledge of ratios and unit rates to find and rescue him.

Facing a wormhole of unknown length, the crew need to find the only drone with a proportional fuel usage in relation to distance. Then, left without a functional engine, the crew must find the constant power output of several alternative fuel sources in order to generate enough power to escape the black hole.

3-Dimensional Science

Science and Engineering Practices

Analyzing and Interpreting Data

Interpreting data from the distress beacon, drones' fuel consumption, and debris analysis to make informed decisions.

Developing and Using Models

Using models to explain and understand phenomena like wormholes, black holes, and propulsion.

Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions

Constructing explanations for Leon's disappearance, the use of combustible chemicals, and escaping gravitational fields.

Crosscutting Concepts

Cause and Effect

Understanding the cause and effect relationship between activating the wormhole and Leon's disappearance.

Scale, Proportion, and Quantity

Analyzing the proportionality of fuel consumption and distance for the drones.

Systems and System Models

Understanding the interactions and dynamics of the ship's systems, propulsion methods, and gravitational forces.

Disciplinary Core Ideas

PS2.A: Forces and Motion

Understanding the impact of forces like propulsion and gravitational forces on the ship's motion.

PS3: Energy

Using energy concepts to calculate the energy needed for escape and to analyze the combustible chemicals.

ESS1.A: The Universe and Its Stars

Exploring space-time distortions, black holes, and the effects of gravitational fields.

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