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Solar Model

Computer Science

Science

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

If Mercury were the size of one Minecraft block, try to build a scale model of Mercury and the rest of the planets.

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Time to complete the challenge

20-30 mins

Objective

The Sun is 286 times the size of the smallest planet in our solar system, Mercury. If Mercury were the size of one Minecraft block, try to build a scale model of Mercury and the rest of the planets. You may have to round up or down to the correct number of blocks. To get you started, we've created a world with a Minecraft block scale sun!

Extensions

  • Research each planet and create a build of something that represents each one.
  • Use Code Builder commands to help build the planets. Search for the “sphere” command, set the radius, and location to start building.
  • Label part of the sun such the corona and convection zone.