Sun, Earth, and Moon
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Science
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Earth's axis?
Back
The Earth's axis is an imaginary line that goes from the North Pole to the South Pole, around which the Earth rotates.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How long does it take for the Moon to completely revolve around the Earth?
Back
It takes about a month for the Moon to completely revolve around the Earth.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How many days does it take for the Earth to travel all the way around the Sun?
Back
It takes 365 days for the Earth to travel all the way around the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the yearly orbit of Earth around the Sun called?
Back
The yearly orbit of Earth around the Sun is called its revolution.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3?
Back
Summer occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the equator?
Back
The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between rotation and revolution?
Back
Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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