6.8 - Outer Space Objects

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What is the time it takes for the Earth to complete one rotation?

Back

One day or 24 hours.

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What happens during a solar eclipse?

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The Moon passes between the Sun and Earth and blocks the Sun.

Front

How often does the Moon revolve around the Earth?

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About once every month or 29 days.

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What do we call a meteoroid that has hit Earth's surface?

Back

Meteorite.

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Where is the asteroid belt located?

Back

Between Mars and Jupiter.

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What is a comet?

Back

A celestial object made of ice and dust that, when close to the Sun, displays a visible atmosphere and sometimes a tail.

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What is a meteoroid?

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A small rocky or metallic body in outer space.

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What is the difference between a meteor and a meteoroid?

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A meteoroid is in space, while a meteor is the streak of light produced when a meteoroid enters Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter.

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What is the main component of the Sun?

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Hydrogen.