November Review

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What is a New Moon?

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A New Moon is when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth.

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Which planet was reclassified as a dwarf planet in 2006?

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Pluto was downgraded from a planet to a dwarf planet in 2006.

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What is the Waxing Crescent phase of the Moon?

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The Waxing Crescent is the phase of the Moon that occurs after the New Moon, where a small sliver of the Moon becomes visible.

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What is the first step in the scientific method?

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The first step in the scientific method is to ask a question.

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

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

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What is the definition of a planet?

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A planet is a celestial body that orbits a star, is spherical in shape, and has cleared its orbit of other debris.

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What is a dwarf planet?

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A dwarf planet is a celestial body that orbits the Sun, is spherical, but has not cleared its orbit of other debris.

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What causes the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon are caused by the changing positions of the Moon, Earth, and Sun, which affect how much of the Moon's surface is illuminated.

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What is the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light. 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 is the role of gravity in the solar system?

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Gravity is the force that keeps planets in orbit around the Sun and moons in orbit around planets.