Review- Astronomy Pt. 1

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What is the Heliocentric Model?

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The Heliocentric Model is the astronomical model in which the Earth and other planets revolve around the Sun, which is at the center of the solar system.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What type of surface do inner planets have?

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Inner planets have a rocky surface.

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What are constellations?

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Constellations are a collection or group of stars that create a pattern or image in the night sky.

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What is the role of the Sun's gravity in the solar system?

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The Sun's gravity is strong enough to hold the solar system together, keeping planets and other celestial bodies in orbit.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What is inertia in the context of motion?

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Inertia is the tendency of a moving object to keep moving in a straight line unless acted upon by an external force.

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What are the main differences between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and smaller, while outer planets are gas giants and larger.

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What is the significance of the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is a region between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter that contains numerous rocky bodies and separates the inner planets from the outer planets.

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How do stars form?

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Stars form from clouds of gas and dust in space, which collapse under gravity to create a dense core that ignites nuclear fusion.

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What is the difference between a planet and a star?

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A planet is a celestial body that orbits a star and does not produce its own light, while a star is a massive, luminous sphere of plasma that generates energy through nuclear fusion.

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What is the significance of the Milky Way galaxy?

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The Milky Way galaxy is the galaxy that contains our solar system and is one of billions of galaxies in the universe.