Amplify Earth Moon Sun Chapter 1

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What is the main source of light at the center of our solar system?

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The Sun is the main source of light at the center of our solar system.

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How does light from the sun travel?

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Light from the sun travels in straight lines.

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Should all models be 'to scale'?

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No, some things are too big or too small to see.

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What is true about the sun and the moon?

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The sun illuminates the half of the Moon that is facing it, and the other half is dark.

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What is the term for the border between light and dark on the moon?

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The border between light and dark on the moon is called the Terminator.

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What is the role of the Sun in the solar system?

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The Sun provides light and heat, which are essential for life on Earth.

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What is the Moon's relationship with the Sun?

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The Moon reflects sunlight, which is why we can see it from Earth.

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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 model in science?

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A model is a representation of an object or system that helps us understand how it works.

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Why do we use models that are not to scale?

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We use models that are not to scale because some objects are too large or too small to accurately represent.