Objects in the sky

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What is the moon?

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The moon is a natural satellite that orbits the Earth and can be seen at night.

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Does the moon change its shape?

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Yes, the moon changes its appearance during the month.

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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 and can be seen from Earth.

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What is a new moon?

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A new moon is when the moon is not visible from Earth because it is between the Earth and the Sun.

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What are stars?

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Stars are objects in the sky that give off their own light.

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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.

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How does the moon get its light?

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The moon gets its light from the sun.

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What is a gibbous moon?

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A gibbous moon is when more than half of the moon is illuminated but it is not yet full.

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What is the difference between the sun and the moon?

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The sun is a star that produces its own light, while the moon reflects the light of the sun.

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Can we see stars during the day?

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No, we cannot see stars during the day because the sun's light is too bright.