Earth, Moon, and Sun

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What causes the seasons?

Back

The tilt of Earth's axis.

Front

During a total lunar eclipse, the moon is in Earth's...

Back

umbra.

Front

When are tides highest?

Back

When the sun, Earth, and the moon are nearly in a line.

Front

An equinox occurs when...

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Neither hemisphere is tilted toward or away from the sun.

Front

What kind of tide is shown during a neap tide?

Back

A neap tide.

Front

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

Back

The sun provides light and heat, influencing seasons and tides.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the sun and the moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the moon.

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking sunlight from reaching the Earth.

Front

What is the difference between spring tides and neap tides?

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Spring tides occur when the sun, Earth, and moon are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides. Neap tides occur when the sun and moon are at right angles relative to the Earth, resulting in lower high tides and higher low tides.

Front

What is the significance of the Earth's axial tilt?

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The Earth's axial tilt is responsible for the changing seasons as it affects the angle and intensity of sunlight received at different times of the year.