Dwarf Planets and Pluto (Part 3)

What You'll Learn

Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours, causing day and night. The side facing the sun experiences day, while the opposite side experiences night.

Key Words

moon phase
eclipse
nebula

Materials Needed

markers
string
tape
pencil
ruler

Safety First

Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours, causing day and night. The side facing the sun experiences day, while the opposite side experiences night.

Step 2 — Do

Gather your materials and set up your workspace.

Step 3 — Observe

Use your senses (except taste) to describe what you notice.

Step 4 — Record

Write a summary of your findings in 3-5 sentences.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What causes the seasons?