Class 4 (CBSE) • Environmental StudiesChapter 10: Our Sky⭐ Topic 2
The Sun, Moon and Stars
The Sun, Moon, and stars are important objects in our sky, each with unique characteristics and roles.
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The Sun is a star that gives Earth light and heat, and it is the closest star to us, though it looks much bigger than other stars because of its closeness.
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The Moon is Earth's natural satellite, orbiting our planet and reflecting sunlight, which is why we see it shine at night.
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- The Sun is a star that gives Earth light and heat.
- The Sun is the closest star to Earth.
- The Moon is Earth's natural satellite.
- The Moon reflects sunlight, making it shine at night.
- Stars other than the Sun are very far away.
- Starlight may take years to reach us.
- Sun, Moon and stars have guided navigation and timekeeping.
- Observing the sky helps us understand our place in space.
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the sun