The Earth, Moon, and Sun

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What is the Earth?

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The Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only known planet that supports life.

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What is the Moon?

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The Moon is a natural satellite that orbits the Earth and is made of rock.

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What is the Sun?

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The Sun is a star at the center of our solar system that provides light and heat to the Earth.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, or hail.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor and rises into the air.

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How much bigger is the Sun than the Moon?

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The Sun is 400 times bigger than the Moon.

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What is the most important part of the water cycle?

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The Sun is the most important part of the water cycle because it provides the energy needed for evaporation.

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What is the composition of the Moon?

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The Moon is made of rock.