The Moon

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What is a natural satellite?

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A natural satellite is a celestial body that orbits a planet. The Moon is an example of a natural satellite.

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What is the speed of Earth in one revolution around the Sun?

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About 67,000 miles per hour.

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What is the first quarter moon phase?

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The first quarter moon phase is when half of the Moon is illuminated and visible from Earth.

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How does the Moon shine at night?

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The Moon shines at night by reflecting the Sun's light.

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What is the speed of Earth in one rotation on its axis?

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About 1,000 miles per hour.

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What is the difference between a planet and a moon?

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A planet orbits a star, while a moon orbits a planet.

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What causes the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon are caused by the changing positions of the Moon, Earth, and Sun.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking sunlight from reaching the Earth.

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What is the surface of the Moon like?

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The surface of the Moon is rocky, with craters, mountains, and flat plains called maria.