Earth Moon Sun System Pre-Test

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens when the North Pole is tilted toward the Sun?
Back
Riverside will experience hot weather, direct sun rays, and long days.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are days 24 hours long?
Back
Because that is how long it takes the Earth to spin once on its axis.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean when the Moon appears to be getting smaller every night?
Back
The Moon is waning.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Earth's axis?
Back
An imaginary line from the North Pole to the South Pole.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are years about 365 days long?
Back
Because that is how long it takes for the Earth to go around the Sun.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a lunar eclipse?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a 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 is between the Sun and the Moon.
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