Science for 6th Grade

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How did the Earth start tilting?

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The Earth started tilting due to a large object hitting it.

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What are outer planets mostly made out of?

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Outer planets are mostly made out of gas.

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What causes seasons on Earth?

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Seasons on Earth are caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis.

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What are the two parts of the shadows that appear during eclipses?

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The two parts of the shadows during eclipses are called Umbra and Penumbra.

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What is the Big Bang?

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The Big Bang refers to the expansion of the universe that occurred billions of years ago.

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What is the Earth's axis?

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The Earth's axis is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is the force that attracts objects towards each other, keeping planets in orbit around the sun.

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What are the inner planets made of?

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The inner planets are mostly made of rock and metal.

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What is an eclipse?

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An eclipse occurs when one celestial body moves into the shadow of another celestial body.

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What is the role of the sun in the solar system?

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The sun is the central star of the solar system, providing light and heat to the planets.

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