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4.9(B) collect and analyze data to identify sequences and predict patterns of change in the observable appearance of the Moon from Earth
4.9(B) collect and analyze data to identify sequences and predict patterns of change in the observable appearance of the Moon from Earth
Key Concepts
Key Concepts
The moon’s phases are caused by its orbit around the earth.
The moon’s phases are caused by its orbit around the earth.
The moon does not make its own light, it only reflects it.
The moon does not make its own light, it only reflects it.
The phases of the moon repeat in a cycle about every 28 days.
The phases of the moon repeat in a cycle about every 28 days.
The moon is smaller than the sun but appears the same size because it’s closer.
The moon is smaller than the sun but appears the same size because it’s closer.
Fundamental Questions
Fundamental Questions
Extend Your Learning
Extend Your Learning
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