EES Test 1 Study Guide (Astronomy)

Front

What type of tide occurs when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are at right angles to each other?

Back

Neap tide

Front

What is the body of gases surrounding Earth called?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

Which sphere includes all living organisms, such as animals and plants?

Back

Biosphere

Front

How many Earth days are in a lunar month?

Back

29.5 days

Front

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

Back

Elliptical

Front

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

Back

Spring tide

Front

What is the term for the layer of Earth that includes rocks and soil?

Back

Geosphere / Lithosphere

Front

What is the term for the water component of the Earth system?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

What phenomenon causes the changing of tides?

Back

Gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun

Front

What is the average distance from the Earth to the Moon?

Back

Approximately 384,400 km