Space Bones
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This lesson helps students explore the effects of microgravity on the structural integrity of human bones in space using eggshells and links to the health and nutrition needs of humans on Earth.
Curriculum links (Australian national curriculum):
• Science:
o AC9S5UO1(examine how particular structural features and behaviours of living things
enable their survival in specific habitats)
o AC956U01 (investigate the physical conditions of a habitat and analyse how the
growth and survival of living things is affected by changing physical conditions).
• Health and Physical Education:
o AC9HP4M04 (participate in physical activities to explore how their body feels and
describe how regular physical activity helps the body stay healthy and well.
o AC9HP6M04 (participate in physical activities to investigate the body's reaction to
different levels of intensity)