Earth, Moon and Sun

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun cause the seasons.

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What is the average time it takes for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

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24 hours.

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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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, casting a shadow on the Moon.

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What are the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon are the different appearances of the Moon as it orbits Earth, including New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

Front

What is the gravitational pull of the Moon responsible for?

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The gravitational pull of the Moon is responsible for the ocean tides on Earth.

Front

What is the difference between high tide and low tide?

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High tide is when the water level is at its highest, while low tide is when the water level is at its lowest.

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How many phases does the Moon go through in a lunar cycle?

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The Moon goes through 8 distinct phases in a lunar cycle.

Front

What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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Equinoxes are significant because they mark the times of the year when day and night are approximately equal in length.

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What is the role of the Sun in the Earth-Moon-Sun system?

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The Sun provides the light and heat necessary for life on Earth and influences the orbits of the Earth and Moon.