Earth, Sun, and Moon

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What is the shape of the Earth?

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The Earth is a sphere.

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What causes the variation in light in different parts of the world during the year?

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The variation in light is caused by the tilt of the Earth on its axis.

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What are the two main factors that cause the seasons?

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The seasons are caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis and the Earth's revolution around the sun.

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What force keeps the Moon in orbit around the Earth?

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Gravity keeps the Moon in orbit around the Earth.

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What force keeps the Earth in orbit around the Sun?

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Gravity keeps the Earth in orbit around the Sun.

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What is the evidence that the Earth is rotating?

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Night and day is evidence that the Earth is rotating.

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What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

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The path the Earth takes around the Sun is called its orbit.

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

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It takes approximately 365.25 days for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun.

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What is the significance of the Earth's axial tilt?

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The Earth's axial tilt is significant because it causes the changing seasons.

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What is the term for the movement of the Earth on its axis?

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The movement of the Earth on its axis is called rotation.

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