Astronomy

Astronomy

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Science

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do the seasons differ between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

Back

The Northern and Southern Hemispheres experience opposite seasons; when it is summer in one hemisphere, it is winter in the other.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the phases of the Moon in order?

Back

The phases of the Moon in order are: New, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, Waning Crescent.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What determines the length of a day on Earth?

Back

The length of a day on Earth is determined by the rotation of the Earth on its axis.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

The Earth's axis is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees, which affects the seasons.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the Sun.

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