Sun,Earth,Moon

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What can be found on Earth but not on the Moon?

Back

Water, Atmosphere, and Life.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

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

Back

24 hours.

Front

Why can we see the Moon in the sky if it does not produce any light?

Back

The Moon reflects the Sun's light.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Front

What is the 6th planet from the Sun?

Back

Saturn.

Front

How often do the phases of the Moon appear?

Back

Monthly.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the primary source of light for the Earth and Moon?

Back

The Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

Back

Elliptical.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Moon to orbit the Earth?

Back

About 27.3 days.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Front

What is the difference between a planet and a moon?

Back

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

Front

What is the Earth's atmosphere primarily composed of?

Back

Nitrogen and Oxygen.