The Sun, the Earth, and the Moon

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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 planets.

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What is the Earth?

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Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only known planet to support life.

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What is the Moon?

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The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite that orbits around it.

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How does the Sun affect weather on Earth?

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The Sun's energy warms the Earth, influencing weather patterns and climate.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Sun pulling the Earth and Moon.

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What causes tides in the ocean?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's waters.

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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 celestial bodies that orbit it, including planets, moons, and asteroids.

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What is an atmosphere?

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An atmosphere is a layer of gases surrounding a planet that can affect its weather.

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What is the distance from the Sun?

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The distance from the Sun affects how much sunlight and heat a planet receives, influencing its climate.

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What is rotation?

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Rotation is the spinning of a planet on its axis, which causes day and night.