Stars and the Solar System Review

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An invisible line around which an object rotates, or spins

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axis

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A cluster of stars in the sky that are grouped together in a particular pattern or shape.

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constellation

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When a planet or moon turns all the way around or spins on its axis one time

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rotation

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The Earth is always turning or spinning on its

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axis

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The Earth is constantly orbiting or revolving around the sun. This movement is called a

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revolution

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One full revolution around the Sun is equal to...

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1 year

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One full rotation of Earth is equal to

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1 day

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What are the reasons for the season?

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Earth's tilt & revolution

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The direction of your shadow is always

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away from the Sun

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Why does the Sun appear to move across the sky?

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rotates on its axis