Science Work Book Earth and Moon
How many days does it take for the Moon to orbit the Earth?
28 days.
How many days does the Earth take to circle or orbit the Sun?
365 days and 6 hours.
How many times does Earth spin on its axis each year?
365 days and 6 hours.
Does the Moon orbit the Sun?
No, it's not.
Does the Moon change shape because of the shadow of the Sun's light on it?
No, it's not. It appears to change shape because the Moon orbit the Earth every 28 days.
Does the Moon changes shape as the Earth's shadow crosses it?
No, it's not. It appears to change shape because the Moon orbit the Earth every 28 days.
Does the Moon shine with its own light?
No, it's not. It reflects light from the Sun.
Does the Moon change shape because clouds cover part of it?
No, it's not. The Moon has no air and no water.
How many times does Earth spin on its axis each day?
One day.
Does Moon take about 28 days to orbit the Earth?
Yes, it is.
Does the Moon change shape because it orbits the Earth?
Yes, it is.
Does the Moon reflect the light of the Sun?
Yes, it is.
Does the Moon orbit the Earth?
Yes, it is. The Moon orbits the Earth every 28 days.
