CIS PR 6th Grade Semester Review

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What type of rock are fossils more likely to form in?

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Fossils are more likely to form in sedimentary rocks, which form in layers that help prevent fossils from being destroyed.

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What does it mean when the moon is waxing?

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When the moon is waxing, the amount of light we see is increasing or growing.

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What is the term for the moon's movement around the Earth?

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The moon revolves around the Earth.

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How long does a rotation of the Earth take?

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A rotation of the Earth is equal to one day.

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What is the phase of the moon when less than half of it appears illuminated and shaped like a 'C'?

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The phase of the moon is called a Crescent.

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What are sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are types of rocks that are formed by the accumulation of sediments, often in layers.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation refers to an object spinning on its axis, while revolution refers to an object moving around another object.

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What is a gibbous moon?

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A gibbous moon is a phase of the moon where more than half of the moon is illuminated but it is not yet full.

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What causes the phases of the moon?

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The phases of the moon are caused by the changing positions of the moon, Earth, and sun, which affect how much of the moon's surface is illuminated.

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What is the significance of sedimentary rocks in fossil formation?

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Sedimentary rocks provide the right conditions for fossil formation, as they form in layers that can preserve organic material.