6.E.1 Space Unit Test 2

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What is the Third Quarter moon phase?

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The Third Quarter moon phase is when half of the Moon is illuminated and appears as a half-circle, occurring about a week after the Full Moon.

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Who was the first man on the Moon?

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Neil Armstrong was the first man on the Moon, landing on July 20, 1969, as part of NASA's Apollo 11 mission.

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Who was the first Soviet to explore space?

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Yuri Gagarin was the first Soviet to explore space, orbiting the Earth on April 12, 1961.

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

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The Earth rotates completely on its axis once every 24 hours.

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What are the four gas giants in our solar system?

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The four gas giants in order from the Sun are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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What is a gas giant?

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A gas giant is a large planet that is not primarily composed of solid matter, characterized by a thick atmosphere and lack of a well-defined solid surface.

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What is the significance of the Apollo 11 mission?

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The Apollo 11 mission was significant because it was the first time humans landed on the Moon, marking a major achievement in space exploration.

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What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

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A waxing moon is when the visible portion of the Moon is increasing, while a waning moon is when the visible portion is decreasing.

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What is the role of gravity in space?

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Gravity is the force that attracts objects toward one another, keeping planets in orbit around stars and moons in orbit around planets.

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What is the purpose of a space probe?

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A space probe is an unmanned spacecraft designed to explore outer space and gather data about celestial bodies.