Seasons, Eclipses, & Moon Phases

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What color does the moon appear during a lunar eclipse due to Earth's atmosphere?

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Reddish

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What does the Earth's tilt cause?

Back

The seasons

Front

What are the four seasons?

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Spring, Summer, Autumn (Fall), Winter

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What is a solar eclipse?

Back

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

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What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

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

Front

How long does a typical lunar eclipse last?

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A typical lunar eclipse can last for several hours.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth?

Back

The Earth is tilted at an angle of approximately 23.5 degrees.

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What phase of the moon is visible during a solar eclipse?

Back

The new moon phase is visible during a solar eclipse.

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What phase of the moon is visible during a lunar eclipse?

Back

The full moon phase is visible during a lunar eclipse.

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What causes the seasons to change?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun cause the seasons to change.