Science Benchmark 2 Review

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What is a waxing crescent moon?

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

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What season is it in the Southern Hemisphere when the Northern Hemisphere is pointing towards the sun?

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Winter.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The seasons are caused by Earth's tilt and revolution around the sun.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.

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What happens when your area tilts away from the sun?

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It becomes winter.

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What is the tilt of the Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth is approximately 23.5 degrees from vertical.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the moon.

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis, while revolution is the movement of the Earth around the sun.

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What is a waxing gibbous moon?

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A waxing gibbous moon is the phase of the moon when it is more than half illuminated and is still increasing in brightness.

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What is a waning crescent moon?

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A waning crescent moon is the phase of the moon when it is less than half illuminated and is decreasing in brightness.