Science Planets Flashcards

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What does orbit mean?

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-the motion of something that revolves or moves around the sun in a particular path
-one object moves or orbits around another object
-moon orbits or moves around tithe earth
Ex.earth orbits or moves around the sun

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What is axis?

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  • the earth rotates or spins on its axis

- axis is an imaginary(not real)line that extends from the North Pole to the South Pole

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What is a telescope?

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-a scientific instrument that makes distant objects look larger and gives the ability to see objects that are far away

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What is the moon?

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-small planet like body that revolves or moves around a planet

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