Seasons, Eclipses, & Moon Phases

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What does the earth's tilt cause?

Back

The seasons.

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During a lunar eclipse, the moon appears to be a ______ color due to Earth's atmosphere.

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reddish.

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What are the four seasons?

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Spring, Summer, Autumn (Fall), Winter.

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What causes day and night?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

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What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

An event where 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 shape of the Earth?

Back

The Earth is an oblate spheroid.

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How long does it take for the Moon to orbit the Earth?

Back

About 27.3 days.

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What are moon phases?

Back

The different appearances of the Moon as seen from Earth, caused by the Moon's position relative to the Earth and Sun.

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What is the full moon?

Back

The phase of the Moon when it is fully illuminated by the Sun.

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