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Tinora Science Fusion Unit 3

Tinora Science Fusion Unit 3

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Science

5th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why do stars look like tiny points of light in the night sky?

Back

The stars visible at night are located very far from Earth.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What term do astronomers use to describe a galaxy that has a jumbled appearance?

Back

Irregular galaxy.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a comet often referred to as, and what is its characteristic feature?

Back

A comet is often referred to as a 'dirty snowball' and usually has a tail pointing away from the Sun.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the letter 'W' represent in diagrams showing the movements of Earth, the Sun, and the Moon?

Back

The motion that takes about 27 days.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the action of Earth going around the Sun, and how long does it take?

Back

Revolve; it takes Earth 1 year to revolve around the Sun.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main difference between a spiral galaxy and an irregular galaxy?

Back

A spiral galaxy has a defined structure with arms, while an irregular galaxy lacks a distinct shape.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the distance of stars from Earth in astronomy?

Back

The distance affects their apparent brightness and size as seen from Earth.

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