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What is the tilt of the Earth on its axis?

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The angle at which the Earth is tilted from vertical, approximately 23.5 degrees, which affects the seasons.

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What causes seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth on its axis as it orbits the Sun.

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How does the Earth move in relation to the Sun?

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The Earth revolves around the Sun in an elliptical orbit.

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What is the relationship between the Earth, Moon, and Sun?

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The Earth orbits the Sun, and the Moon orbits the Earth.

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What is day and night caused by?

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The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

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What is the Moon's movement relative to the Earth?

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The Moon revolves around the Earth.

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What is the significance of the Earth's axial tilt?

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It leads to varying sunlight distribution, causing different seasons.

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What is the role of the Sun in the Earth-Moon system?

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The Sun provides light and heat, influencing climate and seasons on Earth.

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What is the effect of the Earth's rotation speed?

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It determines the length of a day.

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What happens during a solar eclipse?

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The Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking sunlight.

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