Earth, Moon, and Sun

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How old is the sun?

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The sun is approximately 4.6 billion years old.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The rotation of the Earth causes the seasons.

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What is the term for when an object spins around its axis?

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This is called rotation.

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How long does it take the moon to revolve around the Earth?

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The moon takes about once every month to revolve around the Earth.

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What is the phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated?

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This phase is called a full moon.

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What is the average distance from the Earth to the Moon?

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The average distance is about 238,855 miles (384,400 kilometers).

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What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on its rotation?

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The tilt of the Earth affects the intensity and duration of sunlight received at different latitudes, leading to seasonal changes.

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

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This path is called an orbit.

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What is the gravitational relationship between the Earth, Moon, and Sun?

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The gravitational pull of the Sun keeps the Earth in orbit, while the Earth's gravity keeps the Moon in orbit.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon.

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