Keplers Law

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Definition of Tilt

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Slight turn on the side

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Definition of Rotation

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Spinning around an axis

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How many planets are in our solar system?

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8 planets

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Keplers Third Law

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When comparing 2 planets the closest move the fastest.

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How many stars are in our solar system?

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1 (the Sun)

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What is Kepler's First Law?

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Planets move in elliptical orbits with the Sun at one focus.

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What is Kepler's Second Law?

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A line segment joining a planet and the Sun sweeps out equal areas during equal intervals of time.

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What is an ellipse?

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An elongated circle, or oval shape, which describes the orbits of planets.

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What is the significance of the Sun in our solar system?

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It is the central star that provides light and heat to the planets.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation is spinning on an axis; revolution is orbiting around another body.