Patterns in the Sky intro

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What is a pattern?

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A pattern is something that repeats or occurs regularly, not something that happens only one time.

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Does the moon make its own light?

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No, the moon reflects light from the sun.

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Where does the sun rise and set?

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The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.

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What causes day and night?

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Day and night are caused by the Earth rotating (spinning) on its axis.

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What is the sun?

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The sun is a star at the center of our solar system.

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

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The sun provides light and heat, which are essential for life on Earth.

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What is the difference between a planet and a star?

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A planet orbits a star and does not produce its own light, while a star generates light and heat through nuclear fusion.

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What is the Earth's rotation?

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The Earth's rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete.

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What is the significance of the moon's phases?

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The moon's phases are caused by its position relative to the Earth and the sun, affecting how much of its surface is illuminated.

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What is a solar system?

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A solar system is a collection of celestial bodies, including a star and the planets, moons, asteroids, and comets that orbit it.