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Question 1
This question is about the Earth's orbit. |
a) | State the name of the astronomical object in space that the Earth orbits.
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b) | How long does it take for the Earth to orbit the Sun? A 1 day B 1 week C 1 month D 1 year
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c) | Describe the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun.
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Question 2
This question is about the orbit of the moon. |
a) | Draw the orbit of the moon on the diagram below.
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b) | State the name of the force keeping the Moon in orbit.
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Question 3
This question is about the orbits of astronomical objects. |
a) | State the name of the force holding planets in orbit around the Sun. A electrostatic attraction B gravity C magnetic force D thrust
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b) | Match the length of time to the description below.
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