Sun, earth, moon

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What is the cycle of moon phases?

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The cycle of moon phases is the progression of the moon through its different appearances, which takes about one month to complete.

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What is a solar flare?

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A solar flare is an eruption that occurs when the loops in the sunspot regions suddenly connect, releasing a large amount of energy.

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What is the main composition of the sun?

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The sun is composed mainly of hot gases, primarily hydrogen and helium.

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List the Earth, Sun, and Moon in order of size from largest to smallest.

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Sun, Earth, Moon.

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What are sunspots?

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Sunspots are areas of gas on the sun’s surface that are cooler than the gases around them.

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How long does it take for the moon to orbit the Earth?

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It takes about one month for the moon to complete its orbit around the Earth.

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What is the relationship between the Earth, Sun, and Moon?

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The Earth orbits the Sun, and the Moon orbits the Earth.

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What causes the different phases of the moon?

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The different phases of the moon are caused by the changing positions of the moon, Earth, and Sun.

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What is the largest object in our solar system?

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The largest object in our solar system is the Sun.

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

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The Sun provides light and heat, which are essential for life on Earth.