Earth & Space Science Final Review

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Which direction does the Sun set in?

Back

West

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How long does it take for the moon to go through all of its phases?

Back

1 month

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Why does the moon appear to change shape?

Back

Because of the Moon's revolution around Earth.

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What is the tilt of the Earth on its axis?

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23.5 degrees, which gives us seasons: summer, fall, winter, spring.

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How does the Moon reflect light?

Back

The Moon reflects sunlight.

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What is a natural satellite?

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A celestial body that orbits a planet, like the Moon orbits Earth.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis as it orbits the Sun.

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What is the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

Back

An ellipse.

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What is the primary source of light for the Moon?

Back

The Sun.

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

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24 hours.