Earth and Space Science CAST NGSS

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What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

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 the role of Earth in a lunar eclipse?

Back

During a lunar eclipse, Earth blocks all the sunlight from reaching the Moon.

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What type of object is Object Z if it has a rocky surface and orbits the Sun between Venus and Jupiter?

Back

Object Z is most likely a planet.

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What is the biosphere?

Back

The biosphere is the system made up of all living things on Earth.

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What is the factor responsible for Earth's gravity?

Back

Earth's mass is the factor responsible for its gravity.

Front

How does a compass work?

Back

A compass works because both Earth and the compass are magnets, and the compass aligns with Earth's magnetic field.

Front

What is the solar system?

Back

The solar system is a collection of celestial bodies, including the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, that are bound by gravity.

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What is the difference between a planet and a moon?

Back

A planet orbits a star (like the Sun), while a moon orbits a planet.

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What is the hydrosphere?

Back

The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and water vapor.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding Earth, essential for life.