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7 Earth, Sun and Moon

Learning Objectives

To Understand
• Sun • Earth

• Moon • Solar eclipse
• Lunar eclipse

To Find Out
• What are planets? • About atmosphere

• The interior part of the earth

Let’s Begin

In the sky we can see the sun, the moon and the stars. There are some other objects also

in the sky. These objects are known as heavenly objects. Further, we will learn more
about the sun, the earth, the moon and the solar system.

Match the following.

1. a. twinkling bodies in the sky

2. b. a huge ball of fire

3. c. extremely cold

T he Solar System

Solar system is the system of eight planets revolving around the sun. Apart from planets,
asteroids, comets and satellites of various planets are also a part of the solar system.

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