JASON Expedition: Mysteries of Earth and Mars

Boldly go where no student has gone before: MARS!

In 2005-2006, Dr. Robert Ballard will take middle-grade students and teachers on the trip of a lifetime� to the red planet! Working with renowned partner organizations such as NASA, as well as research and academic institutions around the world, students will conduct investigations and make discoveries about, and comparisons between, Mars and Earth.

Expedition begins in the 2005-2006 school year. Visit www.jason.org for more information.

Enhance the Mysteries of Earth and Mars Expedition with Vernier JASON packages, which includes the hardware for your own exploration, and download the Vernier Extensions for Mysteries of Earth and Mars to jump start your activities.

JASON Expedition: Mysteries of Earth and Mars Teacher Pack
Order Code: JAC-MARS
Price: $359

Vernier Extensions for Mysteries of Earth and Mars

Unit 1: Physical Science
1.2	The Facts of Friction	Use a Vernier Motion Detector to quantify the movement of your orbiter. Attach the Motion Detector to the top of the ramp. The ramp may need to be longer and the orbiter made larger in order to get good readings.
1.4	Properties of Saltwater and Fresh Water	Use a Vernier Stainless Steel Temperature Probe and Salinity Sensor (or Conductivity Probe) to investigate the properties of saltwater and fresh water.
Unit 2: Earth and Space Science
2.2	Modeling Martian Craters	Use a Vernier Motion Detector to measure the velocity of the impactor as it hits the surface. Mount or hold the Motion Detector pointing down above the falling impactor. The impactor may need to be made larger for good readings.
2.4	Soil Sleuthing	Use a Vernier pH Sensor and Salinity Sensor (or Conductivity Probe) to analyze local soil samples and Martian soil simulants.
Unit 3: Life Science
3.2	Extreme Adaptations	Use a Vernier Stainless Steel Temperature Probe, pH Sensor, Salinity Sensor (or Conductivity Probe), to analyze the various sample conditions. Then use a Vernier Gas Pressure Sensor to determine the amount of CO2 gas produced as yeast respires.
3.4	Local Field Investigation	Use a Vernier Stainless Steel Temperature Probe, pH Sensor, Salinity Sensor (or Conductivity Probe), to test your local water.

Ordering Information

JASON Expedition: Mysteries of Earth and Mars

Includes teacher�s guide, student book, introductory video, and 1-year license for online access to digital labs, chats, message boards, and more!
Available June 2005

JAC-MARS

$359