Science Benchmark 2 Review

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is directly between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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What is a habitat?

Back

A habitat is the natural environment where a plant or animal lives.

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What does 'waxing crescent moon' mean?

Back

A waxing crescent moon is the phase of the moon when it is less than half illuminated and is increasing in light.

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What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when Earth is at position A?

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Summer occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when Earth is at position A.

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How can you make a block move to the right?

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You can make a block move to the right by increasing the force pointing to the right.

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What is the difference between a full moon and a new moon?

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A full moon is when the entire face of the moon is illuminated, while a new moon is when the moon is not visible from Earth.

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What is a wetland?

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A wetland is an area of land that is saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, and supports aquatic plants.

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What is the orbit of the moon?

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The orbit of the moon is the path the moon takes as it travels around the Earth.

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What causes tides?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's oceans.

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What is the significance of the Moon's position in relation to the Earth and Sun?

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The Moon's position determines the phases of the moon and events like solar eclipses.