National Science Education Standards.
Earth and Space Science (9 - 12)Objects in the sky
The sun, moon, stars, clouds, birds, and airplanes all have properties, locations, and movements that can be observed and described.
The sun provides the light and heat necessary to maintain the temperature of the earth.
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