Sun-Earth-Moon Systems Unit Review

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What are the two moon phases associated with the highest tidal range?

Back

New Moon and Full Moon.

Front

What kind of tides have the highest tidal range (higher highs and lower lows)?

Back

Spring tides.

Front

What are the four quarters of a year characterized by changes in temperature and weather called?

Back

Seasons.

Front

What two factors result in Earth having seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth and its orbit around the Sun.

Front

What determines the length of a year on Earth?

Back

The time it takes for Earth to revolve around the Sun in its orbit.

Front

What is a tide?

Back

The rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces of the Moon and the Sun.

Front

What is the difference between spring tides and neap tides?

Back

Spring tides have a higher tidal range, while neap tides have a lower tidal range.

Front

How does the tilt of the Earth affect seasons?

Back

The tilt causes different parts of Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the role of the Moon in the Earth-Moon-Sun system?

Back

The Moon influences tides on Earth and affects the length of days.

Front

What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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Equinoxes are times of the year when day and night are approximately equal in length.