Q2 Review 5th Grade

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What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 3?

Back

Summer

Front

How can a spinning basketball best model the day-and-night cycle on Earth?

Back

Shine a bright light on one side of the ball.

Front

What is the effect of gravity on the Moon compared to Earth?

Back

Gravity is weaker on the Moon.

Front

How does Earth's rotation affect the apparent movement of the Sun?

Back

The Sun appears to move from east to west.

Front

What factor affects the apparent brightness of a star?

Back

The star's distance from Earth.

Front

What is the definition of rotation in terms of Earth?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.

Front

What is the definition of revolution in terms of Earth?

Back

Revolution is the movement of Earth around the Sun, which takes about 365 days.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis and its revolution around the Sun.

Front

What is the difference between a planet and a star?

Back

A planet orbits a star and does not produce its own light, while a star generates light and heat through nuclear fusion.

Front

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

Back

The Sun is the central star that provides light and heat, influencing the orbits of planets.