Seasons, Moon Phases, and Tides
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Science
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the tilt of the Earth's axis during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?
Back
The Earth's axis is tilted towards the sun during summer in the Northern Hemisphere.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the spinning of the Earth on its axis?
Back
Rotation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What phase is the moon in when it is half illuminated and appears as a 'D' shape?
Back
First Quarter.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when the Earth is tilted away from the sun?
Back
Winter.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What phase of the moon occurs when it is fully illuminated?
Back
Full Moon.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the Earth's path around the sun?
Back
Revolution.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the effect of the moon's gravitational pull on Earth?
Back
It causes tides.
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NGSS.MS-PS2-4
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