EARTH AND SPACE SC.5.E.5.1

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What is the Milky Way galaxy?

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What is a galaxy?

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A galaxy is a collection of stars, gas, and dust bound together by gravity.

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What is the Sun?

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The Sun is the only star in our solar system and the main source of energy for Earth.

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What are planets?

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Planets are large objects that orbit a star, like the Sun.

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What are moons?

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Moons are natural satellites that orbit planets.

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What is an asteroid?

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An asteroid is a rocky object that orbits the Sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt.

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What is a comet?

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A comet is a ball of ice, dust, and gas that orbits the Sun and has a glowing tail when near the Sun.

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Why does the Sun appear larger and brighter than other stars?

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The Sun appears larger and brighter because it is the closest star to Earth.

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What is the relationship between stars and planets?

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Stars produce their own light and energy, while planets reflect the light of stars.

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What is the solar system?

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The solar system includes the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and other objects that orbit the Sun.