STUDY GUIDE - UNIT 2 STUDY GUIDE

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What is a month measured by on Earth?

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The cycle of moon phases.

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Do we experience eclipses during every new and full moon?

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No, because the moon's orbit is tilted so the shadows don’t usually fall onto the Earth or moon.

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Why does the area around the equator maintain a consistent temperature throughout the year?

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Because of its latitude, the equator always receives direct sunlight.

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What moon phase is predicted for March 9th?

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New Moon.

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What phase of the Moon occurs when the unlit side faces Earth?

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New Moon.

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What causes the different phases of the Moon?

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The relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

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What is the significance of the tilt of the Moon's orbit?

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It prevents eclipses from occurring during every new and full moon.

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How does latitude affect temperature?

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Areas at different latitudes receive varying amounts of sunlight, affecting their temperature.

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What is the cycle of moon phases?

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The progression of the Moon through its phases from new moon to full moon and back.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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An event that occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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