Unit 1 Test: Sun, Moon, Earth

Front

What is the tidal force exerted by the moon compared to the sun?

Back

The tidal force exerted by the moon is stronger than the tidal force exerted by the sun.

Front

What type of tide occurs when the sun and moon are at right angles to each other?

Back

Neap tide.

Front

If it is winter in the Northern Hemisphere, what season is it in the Southern Hemisphere?

Back

Summer.

Front

What are daily changes in ocean water levels called?

Back

Tides.

Front

What is the vast halo of superheated plasma around the sun that can be seen during a total solar eclipse?

Back

Corona.

Front

What is the term for the gravitational pull that affects tides?

Back

Tidal force.

Front

What are the two main types of tides?

Back

Spring tides and neap tides.

Front

What causes spring tides?

Back

Spring tides occur when the sun, moon, and Earth are aligned.

Front

What is the difference between spring tides and neap tides?

Back

Spring tides are higher and lower than average, while neap tides are lower than average.

Front

What is the layer of the sun that emits light and heat?

Back

Photosphere.