Earth, Moon, and Sun Review

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What causes day and night on Earth?

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The rotation of Earth on its axis causes day and night.

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What is the Sun?

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The Sun is the closest star to Earth and provides heat and light.

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

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The Moon takes about 28 days to orbit the Earth.

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Why does the Sun appear brighter than other stars?

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The Sun appears brighter because it is closer to Earth than other stars.

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What is the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

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The Earth's orbit around the Sun is elliptical.

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What is an axis?

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An axis is an imaginary line around which an object rotates.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation is when an object spins on its axis, while revolution is when it orbits around another object.

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What is a shadow?

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A shadow is a dark area created when an object blocks light.

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What is the phase of the Moon?

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The phase of the Moon refers to the shape of the illuminated part of the Moon as seen from Earth.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.