Sun, Earth, and Moon

Front

What model can be used to show relationships between the Earth, Sun, and Moon?

Back

A scale model or diagram that illustrates their relative positions and distances.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is one reason the Moon has more craters than the Earth?

Back

The Earth's atmosphere protects it from impacts, while the Moon lacks a significant atmosphere.

Front

What characteristic is shared by both the Earth and the Moon?

Back

Both have craters on their surfaces.

Front

What is a common characteristic of the Earth and the Moon?

Back

Both have a rocky surface covered with landforms.

Front

What makes Earth unique among the Earth, Sun, and Moon?

Back

Only the Earth contains water in liquid form.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the primary reason for the difference in surface features between the Earth and the Moon?

Back

The presence of an atmosphere on Earth that protects it from meteoroid impacts.

Front

What are the main components of the Earth-Moon system?

Back

The Earth, the Moon, and the gravitational interactions between them.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

How does the Sun influence the Earth and Moon?

Back

The Sun provides light and heat, affecting climate and weather patterns on Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the significance of the Moon's craters?

Back

They provide evidence of the Moon's geological history and the frequency of impacts.

Front

What role does gravity play in the Earth-Moon system?

Back

Gravity keeps the Moon in orbit around the Earth and affects tides on Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1