Wonders G3 Unit 3: Earth

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What is Earth?

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Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the largest of the rocky planets.

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What are rocky planets?

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Rocky planets are planets that are made mostly of solid materials, like rock and metal.

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What are gas giants?

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Gas giants are large planets that are mostly made of gases, such as Jupiter and Saturn.

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How long does it take for Earth to rotate once on its axis?

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It takes 24 hours for Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis.

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How long does it take for Earth to orbit the Sun?

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Earth takes 365 days to complete one orbit around the Sun.

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What is the Moon?

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The Moon is a natural satellite that orbits Earth.

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What is the difference between a planet and a moon?

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A planet orbits a star, while a moon orbits a planet.

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What is the Solar System?

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The Solar System is a collection of the Sun and all the objects that orbit it, including planets, moons, asteroids, and comets.

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What is a non-fiction story?

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A non-fiction story is a factual account that provides information about real events, people, or facts.

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What does it mean for a planet to rotate?

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To rotate means to spin around an axis.