Seasons and Tides

Front

What type of tide occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned?

Back

Spring tide

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

23.5 degrees

Front

What causes a hemisphere to experience summer?

Back

It's receiving the direct rays of the sun.

Front

In which direction does the Earth rotate?

Back

Counter-clockwise

Front

What type of tide occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun form a right angle?

Back

Neap tide

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth?

Back

New Moon

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on seasons?

Back

It causes different areas to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Earth to orbit the Sun?

Back

1 year