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What was one of the historical perspectives on the shape of Earth?
What was one of the historical perspectives on the shape of Earth?
Earth was viewed as a flat board or an oyster.
List two elements that primarily compose the mass of Earth.
List two elements that primarily compose the mass of Earth.
Iron and oxygen.
Explain the two types of movements of Earth and their impact on seasons.
Explain the two types of movements of Earth and their impact on seasons.
The two types of movements are revolution and rotation, which cause seasonal changes like day/night and winter/summer.
What is the mass of Earth as presented in scientific notation?
What is the mass of Earth as presented in scientific notation?
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Identify one of the large scale movements of Earth and its significance.
Identify one of the large scale movements of Earth and its significance.
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Study Notes
Earth's Characteristics
- Earth's shape was once considered flat, like a board or oyster.
- Mass: 5.98 x 1024 kg.
- Primarily composed of iron, oxygen, silicon, magnesium, sulfur, nickel, and calcium.
Planetary Motions
- Large-scale movements: Affect Earth's position relative to the sun.
- Small-scale movements: Affect Earth's position relative to the sun.
- These movements cause seasonal changes (day/night, winter/summer).
- These movements are revolution and rotation.
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Description
Explore the fundamental characteristics of Earth, including its composition and mass. Understand the effects of planetary motions, such as revolution and rotation, on seasonal changes. This quiz covers essential concepts of Earth's shape and its dynamics in relation to the sun.
