Amplify Earth Moon Sun Chapter 1

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Where does the moon get its light?

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The moon is illuminated by the sun's rays.

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What is a moon?

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A rocky sphere that travels around a planet.

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What is the main source of light at the center of our solar system?

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The Sun.

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Does the moon make its own light?

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No, it does not make its own light.

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What does scale mean in the context of astronomy?

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The relative size and distances of things.

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What is the relationship between the Earth, Moon, and Sun?

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The Moon orbits the Earth, and the Earth orbits the Sun.

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What causes the phases of the Moon?

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The relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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An event where 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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An event where the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.

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

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About 27.3 days.

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