Earth-Sun-Moon
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the tilt of the Earth on its axis?
Back
The angle at which the Earth is tilted from vertical, approximately 23.5 degrees, which affects the seasons.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes seasons on Earth?
Back
The tilt of the Earth on its axis as it orbits the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the Earth move in relation to the Sun?
Back
The Earth revolves around the Sun in an elliptical orbit.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between the Earth, Moon, and Sun?
Back
The Earth orbits the Sun, and the Moon orbits the Earth.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is day and night caused by?
Back
The rotation of the Earth on its axis.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Moon's movement relative to the Earth?
Back
The Moon revolves around the Earth.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the Earth's axial tilt?
Back
It leads to varying sunlight distribution, causing different seasons.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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