Earth, Moon, Sun Unit Check In Week 2

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What is a scale model?

Back

A proportional representation of an object, either larger or smaller than the actual size.

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What is the definition of orbit?

Back

An orbit is the path of an object as it revolves around another object in space.

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What is the main challenge in making a model of the solar system?

Back

Showing sizes and distances accurately.

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What is Earth's axis?

Back

An imaginary line around which the Earth rotates.

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What is one way to make a solar system model more accurate?

Back

Make the sun larger than the Earth and the moon smaller.

Front

What is the role of gravity in the solar system?

Back

Gravity is the force that keeps planets in orbit around the sun.

Front

What is the difference between a planet and a moon?

Back

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

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What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

Back

The Earth's tilt affects the seasons and climate.

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What is a light year?

Back

A light year is the distance light travels in one year.

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What are the inner planets?

Back

The inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, which are rocky and closer to the sun.