The Earth-Moon System w/ Nov starmaps

Front

What is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone called, where a total eclipse can be viewed?

Back

Umbra

Front

Why does the Moon not fall into the Earth due to gravity?

Back

The Moon's inertia keeps it in orbit around the Earth.

Front

What do you see when looking up at the sky during a solar eclipse?

Back

Solar eclipse.

Front

What type of solar eclipse occurs when the Moon's apparent diameter is smaller than the Sun's, leaving a ring of the Sun visible around the Moon?

Back

Annular Solar Eclipse.

Front

If the Sun, Earth, and Moon create a 90 degree angle, what type of tides occur?

Back

Neap tides.

Front

What is the term for the outer part of the shadow cone during an eclipse?

Back

Penumbra.

Front

What is the phenomenon called when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun?

Back

Solar Eclipse.

Front

What is the term for the gravitational pull that keeps the Moon in orbit around the Earth?

Back

Centripetal Force.

Front

What is the name of the effect that causes the Moon to appear to change shape over the course of a month?

Back

Lunar Phases.

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Moon to complete one orbit around the Earth?

Back

Lunar Month.