Sun, Earth, and Moon

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What is the Earth's axis?

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The Earth's axis is an imaginary line that goes from the North Pole to the South Pole, around which the Earth rotates.

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How long does it take for the Moon to completely revolve around the Earth?

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It takes about a month for the Moon to completely revolve around the Earth.

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How many days does it take for the Earth to travel all the way around the Sun?

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It takes 365 days for the Earth to travel all the way around the Sun.

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What is the yearly orbit of Earth around the Sun called?

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The yearly orbit of Earth around the Sun is called its revolution.

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What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3?

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Summer occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3.

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What is the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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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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What causes day and night on Earth?

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Day and night are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axis.

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What is a lunar cycle?

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A lunar cycle is the period it takes for the Moon to go through all its phases, approximately 29.5 days.

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What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis is about 23.5 degrees, which affects the seasons.

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