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