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Description
How many days does it take the earth to revolve around the sun? Easily find the answer to that question and others with this gear-driven model representing the sun, moon, and earth. Daylight, night, seasons, and moon phases are all effectively demonstrated. Arm is 15" L; sun is 6" diam; earth is 4" diam; and moon is 1" diam. The Illuminated Orbiter features an illuminated sun.
How many days does it take the earth to revolve around the sun? Easily find the answer to that question and others with this gear-driven model representing the sun, moon, and earth. Daylight, night, seasons, and moon phases are all effectively demonstrated. Arm is 15" L; sun is 6" diam; earth is 4" diam; and moon is 1" diam. The Illuminated Orbiter features an illuminated sun. Includes a lesson plan and study guide.
Note: The arm, the earth, and the moon of the Orbiter® rotate manually around the sun. The tilt of the earth is kept in a static position as it is rotated. The earth and moon are shown in true scale: 1 in = 2,000 miles. If the sun were to be shown at the same scale, it would be approximately 36 ft in diameter!
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If for any reason you are not satisfied with this item, it is eligible for a return, exchange, refund, or credit up to 180 days from date of purchase. Restrictions may apply. Returns & Exchanges Policy.