U3W3 Earth

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What is the main idea of the paragraph discussing Earth?

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The main idea is how large Earth is.

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What is Earth's closest neighbor?

Back

The moon.

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What term describes the quantity of something?

Back

Amount.

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How long does it take for Earth to complete one rotation?

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24 hours.

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Which two planets are considered Earth's neighbors?

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Venus and Mars.

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What is the average distance from Earth to the Moon?

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Approximately 238,855 miles (384,400 kilometers).

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What is the significance of Earth's rotation?

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It causes the cycle of day and night.

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What is the Earth's position in the solar system?

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Third planet from the Sun.

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What is the composition of Earth's atmosphere?

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Mainly nitrogen (78%) and oxygen (21%).

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What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding Earth?

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Atmosphere.