SOL 4.6 Earth, Moon, & Sun

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What is the full moon?

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The full moon is a phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated by the sun, appearing as a complete circle in the sky.

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What happens when the Earth is between the Sun and the moon?

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When the Earth is between the Sun and the moon, we experience a full moon.

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What causes day and night on Earth?

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Day and night on Earth are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axis.

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How long does it take the moon to revolve around the Earth?

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It takes the moon approximately 27 days to complete one revolution around the Earth.

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What is the imaginary line that Earth rotates on called?

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The imaginary line that Earth rotates on is called the axis.

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

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The moon phase when it is not visible from Earth is called the new moon.

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What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

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The path the Earth takes around the Sun is called its orbit.

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What is the tilt of the Earth responsible for?

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The tilt of the Earth is responsible for the changing seasons.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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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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What is a solar eclipse?

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