The Sun, Moon, & Earth

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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 the Moon?

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The Moon is a natural satellite that orbits around the Earth.

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What is 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 causes day and night?

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Day and night are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axis.

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What is a full moon?

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A full moon is when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun.

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What is a half moon?

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A half moon, also known as a quarter moon, is when half of the Moon is illuminated.

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In which direction does the Sun rise?

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The Sun rises in the east.

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In which direction does the Sun set?

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The Sun sets in the west.

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What is the Earth's axis?

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The Earth's axis is an imaginary line that the Earth rotates around.

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How long does it take for the Earth to rotate once?

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It takes 24 hours for the Earth to complete one rotation.