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Questions on the Earth in Space

Q3. The diagram shows the Earth in orbit around the Sun.

(a)

(i) Give the name of one planet in the Solar System which is closer to the Sun than the Earth is. (1 mark)

(ii) Give the name of one planet in the Solar System which is further away from the Sun than the Earth is (1 mark)

(b) Night-time is when Britain is in the Earth's shadow. Daytime is when Britain is in sunlight. Explain why Britain has both day and night. (1 mark)

(c)

(i) On the diagram, draw the position of the Earth three months later than shown. (1 mark)

(ii) Explain why you have drawn the Earth in this position. (1 mark)

Maximum 5 marks