Sun,Earth,Moon

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What is the closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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What is the second closest planet to the Sun?

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Venus is the second closest planet to the Sun.

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How long does it take for the Moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

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Approximately 29.5 days.

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What is the term for the position of the Moon when it is not visible from Earth?

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New Moon.

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What causes the different phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon are caused by the relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

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What is the gravitational force that affects the Moon's orbit around the Earth?

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The gravitational pull of the Earth.

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What is the phenomenon called when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun?

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Solar Eclipse.

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What is the phenomenon called when the Earth passes directly between the Sun and the Moon?

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Lunar Eclipse.

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What is the average distance from the Earth to the Moon?

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About 238,855 miles (384,400 kilometers).

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What is the primary reason for the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis as it orbits the Sun.

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