World’s largest model solar system

Algebra I 1 Minute

I think this is really cool: the Department of Astronomy at Stockholm University (Sweden) have devised the world’s largest model solar system, at a scale of 1:20,000,000. The inner planets are in the vicinity of Stockholm, while the outer planets, dwarf planets, and distant objects are spread throughout the country.

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Published by John Quintanilla

I'm a Professor of Mathematics and a University Distinguished Teaching Professor at the University of North Texas. For eight years, I was co-director of Teach North Texas, UNT's program for preparing secondary teachers of mathematics and science.

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  1. Pingback: Full lesson plan: Designing a model solar system | Mean Green Math

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