Earth, Moon, and Sun Review

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes tides on Earth?
Back
Tides are caused primarily by the gravitational pull of the Moon and, to a lesser extent, the Sun.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why does the Moon have a greater effect on tides than the Sun?
Back
The Moon is closer to the Earth than the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-PS2-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What would happen to the seasons if the Earth were not tilted on its axis?
Back
Temperatures would be the same all year, and we wouldn't see a change in seasons.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the side of Earth facing the Sun experiencing?
Back
The side of Earth facing the Sun is experiencing day.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a solar eclipse?
Back
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a lunar eclipse?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is positioned between the Sun and the Moon.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When does the Northern Hemisphere experience summer?
Back
The Northern Hemisphere experiences summer when it is tilted toward the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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