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What is the primary source of energy for the Earth?
What gases primarily make up the Sun?
How long does it take for light from the Sun to reach the Earth?
The Moon is Earth's only natural ______ and the fifth largest moon in the solar system
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Without the sun, Earth would be a cold, dark, lifeless ______ floating in space
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What is the Moon's relationship to the Earth?
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A ______ is a small object that orbits, or revolves around, a larger object in space
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The moon ______ (revolves around) the Earth
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Study Notes
Energy and the Sun
- The primary source of energy for the Earth is the Sun.
- The Sun is primarily composed of gases, specifically hydrogen and helium.
The Moon and Its Relationship with the Earth
- The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite and the fifth largest moon in the solar system.
- The Moon revolves around the Earth, which means it orbits the planet.
- Without the Sun, Earth would be a cold, dark, lifeless planet floating in space.
Celestial Objects
- A satellite is a small object that orbits, or revolves around, a larger object in space.
- It takes approximately 8 minutes and 20 seconds for light from the Sun to reach the Earth.
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Test your knowledge of our closest star with this Sun quiz! From its composition to its distance from Earth, challenge yourself with questions about the Sun's essential role in our solar system.
