Inspire Science Unit 4a Lesson 2 (Earth's Motion)

Front

Where is the Sun located if a person's shadow is cast to the west?

Back

The Sun is located to the east of the person.

Front

What is the relationship between the seasons in the Northern Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere due to Earth's axial tilt?

Back

The seasons are always opposite in the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere.

Front

What phenomenon is caused by the tilt of Earth's axis?

Back

The change in seasons.

Front

What would happen to day and night lengths if Earth was not tilted toward or away from the Sun?

Back

Days and nights would be about equal in length.

Front

What are Moon phases?

Back

The appearance and shape of the moon as seen at a particular time.

Front

What is the angle of Earth's axial tilt?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees.

Front

How does Earth's axial tilt affect climate?

Back

It influences the intensity and distribution of sunlight, affecting seasonal weather patterns.

Front

What is the significance of the equinoxes?

Back

Equinoxes are the times of the year when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and autumn.

Front

What causes the change in the Moon's phases?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon.