Earth, Moon, Sun Amplify

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What are the two different models used to understand the Earth, Moon, and Sun system?

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The Sim and the Moon phase model.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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Why are scaled models useful in science?

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They illustrate proportional relationships.

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What is a model in scientific terms?

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An object, diagram, or computer program that helps us understand something by making it simpler or easier to see.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What does the term 'scale' refer to in models?

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The relative size and distances of things.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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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 is the purpose of using models in science?

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To simplify complex systems and visualize relationships.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

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What is an example of a scaled model?

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A globe representing the Earth.

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How does the Moon reflect light?

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The Moon reflects sunlight, which is why we can see it at night.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What is the difference between a model and a simulation?

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A model is a representation, while a simulation is an imitation of a process.

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Why is it important to understand the relative distances in the Earth-Moon-Sun system?

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It helps us comprehend the scale of space and the movement of celestial bodies.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-ESS1-3