Unit 7 Lesson 1 - Activity Page 1.3

What two types of energy does the sun provide?

• The sun provides electrical and wind energy.

• The sun provides heat and light energy.

• The sun provides light and electrical energy.

• The sun provides water and heat energy.

How many days does it take for the Earth to orbit the sun?

• It takes about 78 days for the Earth to orbit the sun.

• It takes about 439 days for the Earth to orbit the sun.

• It takes about 365 days for the Earth to orbit the sun.

• It takes about 149 days for the Earth to orbit the sun.

How long does it take for the Earth to make a full rotation on its axis?

• It takes 24 hours for the Earth to make a full rotation on its axis.

• It takes 3 days for the Earth to make a full rotation on its axis.

• It takes 365 days for the Earth to make a full rotation on its axis.

• It takes 24 days for the Earth to make a full rotation on its axis.

4. What creates the energy that the sun gives off?

• A. The sun’s gases create the energy that the sun gives off.

• B. Light and heat from other stars create the energy that the sun gives off.

• C. Absorbing energy from the eight planets creates the energy that the sun

• D. Running into objects in space creates the energy that the sun gives off.

What is the solar system?