PES UNIT 1 REVIEW

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What is the only star in our solar system?

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The sun.

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Why do we see different constellations at different times of the year?

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Because Earth is at different positions in its orbit around the sun.

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What happens to the appearance of the basketball when Xzavier moves backwards?

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The basketball now appears smaller than it originally did.

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What causes us to see different constellations in summer vs winter?

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Earth's orbit around the sun.

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During the daytime, what happens to stars in the sky?

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They are still present but not visible.

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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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What is the difference between rotation and orbit?

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Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, while orbit is the path Earth takes around the sun.

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

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The sun is the central star that provides light and heat to the planets.

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How does Earth's rotation affect our view of the stars?

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It causes the stars to appear to move across the sky during the night.

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What is the significance of the night sky in understanding astronomy?

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It helps us identify constellations and understand the universe.