Astronomy

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What causes tides on Earth?

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The moon causes tides because it is closer to Earth.

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What provides the best evidence of Earth's rotation?

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The Foucault pendulum and the Coriolis effect.

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Where is the largest asteroid found?

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The largest asteroid is found between Mars and Jupiter.

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How long does it take for the Earth to rotate once on its axis?

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It takes one day for the Earth to rotate once on its axis.

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What is a large collection of stars, dust, and gas held together by gravity called?

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A galaxy.

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What is the closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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What is the main component of the Sun?

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The Sun is primarily composed of hydrogen.

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What is the term for a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern?

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A constellation.

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What is the name of our galaxy?

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The Milky Way.

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What is the phenomenon called when the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun?

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A solar eclipse.