DSR Flashcard 6 Review

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

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What is the tilt of the Moon's orbit?

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The tilt of the Moon's orbit around Earth is about 5 degrees, which affects the occurrence of eclipses.

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What moon phase is a waxing crescent?

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A waxing crescent is the phase of the Moon when it is less than half illuminated and is increasing in illumination.

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What is a neap tide?

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A neap tide occurs during the first and third quarter moons when the difference between high and low tide is at a minimum.

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What is an annular eclipse?

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An annular eclipse occurs when the Moon is too far from Earth to completely cover the Sun, leaving a ring-like appearance.

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What is a partial eclipse?

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A partial eclipse occurs when only a part of the Sun or Moon is obscured during an eclipse.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's oceans.

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What is the difference between spring tide and neap tide?

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Spring tides have the greatest difference between high and low tide, occurring during full and new moons, while neap tides have the least difference.

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What is the significance of the Moon's phases?

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The Moon's phases are significant for understanding the timing of eclipses and tides.