
Moon Phases, Eclipses and Tides Flashcard
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the phases of the Moon?
Back
The phases of the Moon are the different appearances of the Moon as seen from Earth, which include New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a lunar eclipse?
Back
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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a solar eclipse?
Back
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, blocking all or part of the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a total lunar eclipse and a partial lunar eclipse?
Back
In a total lunar eclipse, the entire Moon passes through the Earth's umbra (full shadow), while in a partial lunar eclipse, only a part of the Moon enters the umbra.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are neap tides?
Back
Neap tides are the tides with the least difference between high and low tide, occurring during the first and third quarters of the Moon.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are spring tides?
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Spring tides are the tides with the greatest difference between high and low tide, occurring during the full moon and new moon.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why can a lunar eclipse only be observed at night?
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A lunar eclipse can only be observed at night because it occurs when the Moon is in the Earth's shadow, which is only visible when the Sun is not illuminating the Moon.
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