Earth, Sun, Moon, and Stars

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What is the main source of light and heat for Earth?

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The Sun.

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What are the phases of the moon?

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The phases include New, Crescent, Half, and Full.

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What is a constellation?

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A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

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How long does it take for the Moon to orbit the Earth?

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About 27.3 days.

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What is a star?

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An object in space that produces its own light and heat.

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What is the difference between a planet and a star?

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A planet does not produce its own light; it reflects light from a star.

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What is the Milky Way?

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The galaxy that contains our solar system.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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When the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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When the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Moon.

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What is the Earth's rotation?

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The spinning of the Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.